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Salvador
Brazil The Vibrant Vibes of Salvador: A Journey Through Color and Culture Salvador is the heart of Afro Brazilian culture in Brazil. I had sleepless nights here because I couldn’t wait to see the city before it woke up, this is the best time to witness the true essence of the city. I remember being…
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Brazil Beyond the Game: The Unifying Force of Soccer in Brazil Soccer in Brazil is more than a sport; it’s a cultural phenomenon deeply woven into the fabric of everyday life. The Museu do Futebol in São Paulo captures this impact, showcasing how soccer has become a unifying force, transcending age, gender, and background. Brazil’s…
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Brazil A Dream in the Dunes: Swimming in Lençóis Maranhenses In the far reaches of northern Brazil lies a place where sand and water blur into a landscape of dreams: Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses. The journey here from Manaus took 15 hours, but when I arrived, the miles of untouched sand dunes, shaped by…
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Peru Arequipa Ruta De Sillar In Arequipa, surrounded by the imposing presence of three volcanoes, I rediscovered my passion for rustic elegance through the lens of Sillar. This volcanic stone, integral to the city’s stunning architecture, tells a story of resilience and beauty. Walking the RuTa de Sillar, I felt a deep connection to the…
Read MoreWeaving Art of Huilloq
Peru The art of weaving in Huilloq In the remote village of Huilloq, nestled near Ollantaytambo, the ancient craft of textile weaving remains alive and vibrant. I was fortunate to engage with Awamaki artisans, who journey an hour from their village to teach their craft to eager learners. Each thread they wove told a story,…
Read MoreWinay Wayna Inca Trail
Peru Hike Through Time: Wiñay Wayna Inca Trail The Wiñay Wayna Inca Trail is an extraordinary 11km journey that takes 6-8 hours on a moderate hike. This is no ordinary trail; it’s an ancient route once traveled by the Inca people to deliver messages to their king around 500 BC. As I hiked, I imagined walking alongside…
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Malaysia Countless Stars at Sipadan Island During my Borneo island tour recce trip, Sipadan Island quickly became my top destination. As one of the world’s renowned diving spots, it exceeded my expectations. On my first day of island hopping, I was awestruck by the sight of countless starfish scattered across the beach of Pulau Sibuan.…
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Malaysia Mandi Sungai at Batang Ai Batang Ai, about 275 km east of Kuching near the Malaysia Kalimantan border, was my destination. While I didn’t manage to visit the national park, I stumbled upon something even better: the most amazing Mandi Sungai (river dipping) experience ever! Spending three days and two nights here, I found…
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Switzerland Bern Youth Hostel As a big fan of youth hostels, I appreciate their consistent value, and in Bern, I discovered that the Bern Youth Hostel is one of the most beautiful I’ve ever encountered. Built in 1955/56 and designed by Peter Indelmühle, the hostel’s modern and stunning architecture is ideally located beside the Aare…
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