8 best places to visit in Kenya

A trip to Kenya is synonymous with safari, and rightfully so. Kenya’s national parks teem with wildlife, with the most famous being Maasai Mara Game Reserve, famous for the Big Five – lion, leopard, black rhino, elephant and buffalo – and the Nilotic Maasai tribe with their distinct red traditional shuka (checkered cloth). But Kenya…

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9 things to do in Bermuda in between beach days

Of course you’re going to Bermuda for the beaches. But there’s much more to do on this tiny island in the Atlantic Ocean than plonk yourself on the sand. While Bermuda is not part of the Caribbean, it shares the same history of colonial influences, pirate outlaws and distilling rum, and a similarly fascinating hinterland…

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Getting a visa to visit Cuba is tricky – and worth it

Cuba is a Caribbean paradise, but because of the island’s tumultuous history and international relations, its visa rules can be complicated – especially for visitors from the US. We've rounded up all the key information you need to know about Cuba’s entry requirements, including details on the various types of visas, how to secure them and…

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Sun, rain and holy days: when to visit San José, Costa Rica’s capital

San José and the Central Valley of Costa Rica have some of the most pleasant weather in the world, with average daily temperatures of 24–28ºC (75–82ºF). Days can be warm and nights cool, but the mercury stays consistent every month of the year. The climate is so accommodating that josefinos tend to get spoiled, complaining about the…

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20 things to know before going to Cuba

To a first-time traveler, Cuba can seem like a confusing jigsaw puzzle, particularly if you’re breaking free of the resorts and traveling around on your own. The Spanish spoken here is fast and hard to decipher, every street has two different names, and the country’s fickle and highly complicated monetary situation could fill its own…

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How to get around NYC

New York City’s extensive public transit system is a source of both pride and frustration for its millions of residents. The subway system can be hot, stuffy and prone to delays, and navigating the city at street level becomes an icy ordeal in winter – that's before you even mention the crowds.  The time of…

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18 things to know before going to Ghana

Travelers have plenty to look forward to on their trip to culturally rich Ghana. Ghana’s warm-hearted citizens make the country one of the friendliest spots in West Africa, and with its compelling history, vibrant clothing prints and flavorful dishes, tourists keep coming back for more. Life in Ghana generally moves at a slow, relaxed pace,…

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