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China Travel Guide: From the Mountains of Yunnan to the Megacity of Chongqing

China had been on our travel wishlist for years. We had heard stories about futuristic cities, dramatic mountain landscapes, ancient cultures and incredible food. Yet despite all the photos and videos we had seen online, nothing really prepared us for what we experienced during our journey through China. Over several weeks, we travelled through some […]

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Machu Picchu view

Peru Backpacking Itinerary: Chaos, Mountains & Machu Picchu

From Ecuador, we continued our backpacking journey to Peru, one of the main goals of our entire Latin American trip. Big mountains, legendary food, ancient history, and raw adventure. But Peru didn’t exactly welcome us gently. Here’s our Peru backpacking itinerary, told place by place — from surf towns and desert cities to high Andean

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Chasing Volcanoes in Ecuador: Epic Backpacking Journey

We came with backpacks and no plan.Ecuador gave us volcanoes, altitude, and a new perspective on life. 🇪🇨 Ecuador Travel Guide – Quick Overview Ecuador is one of South America’s most diverse and compact travel destinations, making it perfect for backpackers, hikers, and adventure seekers. This Ecuador backpacking itinerary with carry-on only covers everything from

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Traveling Colombia: Our First Taste of Latin America

In Colombia, Latin America stopped being an ideaand became real. Colombia is located in northwestern South America, bordered by both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. It’s one of the continent’s most diverse countries, known for its Andean mountains, coffee regions, tropical rainforests, and vibrant cities. In recent years, Colombia has become one of

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A beautiful Iranian mosque in the city of Isfahan in Iran

10 Days in Iran – Tiles, Tales, and a Thousand Smiles

Iran is a land where ancient history whispers through the wind, hospitality greets you at every turn, and the colors of bazaars seem almost unreal. Far from the headlines, we discovered a country of warm smiles, endless cups of tea, and breathtaking landscapes — from the golden deserts of Yazd to the snow-capped peaks near Tehran. This is the Iran we saw, the one you won’t find in the news: rich, vibrant, and unforgettable.

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