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July 02, 2019

Van - Don't Miss this Kurdish City in Eastern Turkey - Staying with Locals

July 02, 2019/ Scott Biales
Van - Don't Miss this Kurdish City in Eastern Turkey - Staying with Locals

A Budget Guide On Things To Do In Van, Turkey - Spend a day at Akdamar Island after visiting the Van Cats Home—then another day at the Muradiye Selalesi Waterfall followed by a sunset picnic at Van Lake after going for a refreshing swim.

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July 02, 2019/ Scott Biales/ 6 Comments
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June 29, 2019

A Planning Guide for Hiking The Lycian Way: What to Know Before You Go

June 29, 2019/ Sylvie Golec
A Planning Guide for Hiking The Lycian Way: What to Know Before You Go

Find answers to your Lycian Way Hiking questions. Learn how to prepare for your Lycian Way hike on this scenic and historic walking trail.

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June 29, 2019/ Sylvie Golec/ 9 Comments
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June 28, 2019

Hiking the Lycian Way: Kalkan - Bezirgan - Saribelen

June 28, 2019/ Sylvie Golec
Hiking the Lycian Way: Kalkan - Bezirgan - Saribelen

We start hiking the Lycian Way! Know what to expect on the section between Kalkan and Saribelen. Read more about our experience.

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June 28, 2019/ Sylvie Golec/ 3 Comments
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June 06, 2019

Traveling Turkey's Turquoise Coast: Dalyan, Fethiye, and Kalkan

June 06, 2019/ Sylvie Golec
Traveling Turkey's Turquoise Coast: Dalyan, Fethiye, and Kalkan

We get familiar with the Turkish Riviera.

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June 06, 2019/ Sylvie Golec/ 4 Comments
What to do on the Turquoise Coast, Visiting Turkish Riviera, What to do in the Turkish Riviera, which towns to visit on the Turquoise coast, what to do in Kalkan, What to do in Kalkan, What to do in Dalyan, What to do in Dalyan Turkey, Istanbul Hotels, Antalya Hotels, Belek Hotels, Kalkan Hotels, Kalkan Villas, Gocek Villas, Bodrum Hotels, Fethiye Hotels all are available with Voyage Elegante Holidays.
June 03, 2019

8 Days in Sarawak, Borneo, Malaysia

June 03, 2019/ Scott Biales
8 Days in Sarawak, Borneo, Malaysia

Exploring the World's Largest Cave on the Beautiful Island of Borneo

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June 03, 2019/ Scott Biales/ 4 Comments
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Mulu, Kuching, Sarawak, SE Asia, Malaysia, Borneo, Caves, Jungle
May 31, 2019

What To Do in Selcuk, Turkey: Visiting the Ancient City of Ephesus and More

May 31, 2019/ Sylvie Golec
What To Do in Selcuk, Turkey: Visiting the Ancient City of Ephesus and More

An overview of Selcuk and Ephesus. Learn how to make the most of a visit to the modern and ancient cities.

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May 31, 2019/ Sylvie Golec/ 2 Comments
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May 28, 2019

Tales of a Traditional Turkish Haircut: Foam, Fire, and a Facial

May 28, 2019/ Scott Biales
Tales of a Traditional Turkish Haircut: Foam, Fire, and a Facial

Getting your haircut in Turkey is more than a simple trim and shave. Here it’s a cultural adventure.

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May 28, 2019/ Scott Biales/ 3 Comments
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May 25, 2019

What is Couchsurfing? Learn How To Stay With Locals for Free

May 25, 2019/ Sylvie Golec
What is Couchsurfing? Learn How To Stay With Locals for Free

Read about what to expect when couchsurfing, tips for being a good couchsurfer, and our experience couchsurfing in Santiago, Chile.

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May 25, 2019/ Sylvie Golec/ 3 Comments
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May 18, 2019

3 Days in Jaisalmer with a Camel Safari in the Thar Desert, India

May 18, 2019/ Scott & Sylvie
3 Days in Jaisalmer with a Camel Safari in the Thar Desert, India

We stay inside a 1,000 year old fort and then sleep alone in the Thar Desert.

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May 18, 2019/ Scott & Sylvie/ 15 Comments
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May 17, 2019

An Illustrative Food Guide to Argentina: Where Culture and Cuisine Collide

May 17, 2019/ Sylvie Golec
An Illustrative Food Guide to Argentina: Where Culture and Cuisine Collide

A tasty tour of Argentine foods and culinary traditions. Sure to tempt the taste buds.

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May 17, 2019/ Sylvie Golec/ 3 Comments
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May 15, 2019

3 Days in Jodhpur, India

May 15, 2019/ Scott Biales
3 Days in Jodhpur, India

Enjoying the Indian heat in style in the Blue City.

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May 15, 2019/ Scott Biales/ 16 Comments
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Jodhpur, India, Rajasthan, Asia, Fort, Mehrangarh, Village Safari
May 12, 2019

Top Things To Do in Buenos Aires

May 12, 2019/ Scott & Sylvie
Top Things To Do in Buenos Aires

Make the most of a trip to Buenos Aires.

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May 12, 2019/ Scott & Sylvie/ 6 Comments
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May 05, 2019

Ditch The Map And Visit These 5 Strangest Places In America That Will Blow Your Mind

May 05, 2019/ Scott Biales
Ditch The Map And Visit These 5 Strangest Places In America That Will Blow Your Mind

These 5 Strangest Places In America Will Blow Your Mind

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May 05, 2019/ Scott Biales/ 2 Comments
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May 03, 2019

The Best of Hiking and Dining in San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina

May 03, 2019/ Sylvie Golec
The Best of Hiking and Dining in San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina

How to make the most of a few days in Bariloche including top hikes and unique cuisine.

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May 03, 2019/ Sylvie Golec/ 5 Comments
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May 01, 2019

El Bolsón - A Patagonian Destination Not to Miss

May 01, 2019/ Sylvie Golec
El Bolsón - A Patagonian Destination Not to Miss

Think Patagonia is touristy and overpriced? Read this article about a hidden gem just 2 hours south of Bariloche.

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May 01, 2019/ Sylvie Golec/ 1 Comment
Reviews (non-gear), Planning
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April 25, 2019

2 Days in Jaipur, India

April 25, 2019/ Scott & Sylvie
2 Days in Jaipur, India

A short stopover in the capital city of Rajasthan.

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April 25, 2019/ Scott & Sylvie/ 29 Comments
Daily Essays
Rajasthan, India, Asia, Jaipur
April 25, 2019

3 Days in El Calafate, Argentina

April 25, 2019/ Scott & Sylvie
3 Days in El Calafate, Argentina

Learn everything about how to visit the world's 3rd largest fresh water reserve...and it's frozen.

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April 25, 2019/ Scott & Sylvie/ 2 Comments
Daily Essays
Perito Mereno Glacier, El Calafate, Argentna, Patagonia, South America, Hiking/Trekking, day trip from el calafate to el chalten, hiking glacier in patagonia, where to go in el calafate, peritomereno, perito mereno
April 22, 2019

A Travel Guide to El Chalten: Plan your Trip to Argentina's Hiking Capital

April 22, 2019/ Scott & Sylvie
A Travel Guide to El Chalten:  Plan your Trip to Argentina's Hiking Capital

Find out about the best hikes and where the best places to stay are in El Chalten, Argentina.

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April 22, 2019/ Scott & Sylvie/ 8 Comments
Daily Essays, Planning
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April 20, 2019

The Ultimate Guide for Hiking Torres del Paine’s W, O, and Q Treks

April 20, 2019/ Scott Biales
The Ultimate Guide for Hiking Torres del Paine’s W, O, and Q Treks

Comprehensive guide on hiking, packing, and staying in Torres del Paine, National Park, Chile.

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April 20, 2019/ Scott Biales/ 3 Comments
Planning
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April 09, 2019

What is Workaway? Our Experience Volunteering at a Bed and Breakfast in San Rafael, Argentina

April 09, 2019/ Sylvie Golec
What is Workaway? Our Experience Volunteering at a Bed and Breakfast in San Rafael, Argentina

Want to learn how to volunteer in a foreign country? Want a chance to live your dream life? Learn how to travel for free while living like a local in Argentina.

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April 09, 2019/ Sylvie Golec/ 3 Comments
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