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The little green island in the crater lake is the world's smallest volcano (photo: Shankar S.)

Mount Taal, The World’s Smallest Active Volcano

Find out the best time to travel to Miami Beach, Florida (photo: Antonio Cuellar)

Best Time to Travel to Miami: A Month by Month Breakdown

Dave on a scenic drive in Oahu, Hawaii (photo by Kelly Lemons)

Oahu Scenic Drive: Ultimate One-Day Itinerary

Trisaetum Winery

10 Best Wineries in Willamette Valley According to a Sommelier

Highlights from Dave

Dave hikes Devil's Bridge Trail in Sedona, AZ

17 Best Things To Do in Sedona, Arizona

Devil's Bridge in Sedona, Arizona

Devil's Bridge in Sedona: Sunrise Hiking Guide

Swim With Pigs in the Bahamas: What To Expect

Frigate Bird at sunset in the Galapagos Islands

How to Book a Last Minute Cruise to the Galapagos Islands

Highlights from Keith Robinson

Keith on a mountain peak in Joshua Tree National Park, California

Joshua Tree Climbing: The 10 Highest Peaks in the Park

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park: A Real California Adventure

Badwater Basin in Death Valley

Death Valley National Park: A Three-Day Visitor's Exploration

Backpacking the Lost Coast Trail in California

Lost Coast Trail: A Four-Day Adventure on the California Coast

Great Adventures

Via Francigena in Tuscany

Via Francigena: The Ultimate Walking Tour in Tuscany

Makalu Base Camp Trek

Best Treks in Nepal: Where to Hike in the Himalaya

Appalachian Trail bridge

Planning an Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike

Umantay mountain as seen on Salkantay Trek

Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu: A Daily Account

Wearing protective gear provided to us, including rubber boots and a battery-powered headlamp.

Potosí Silver Mine Tour at Bolivia's Cerro Rico

An 800 mile trek across Nepal's Great Himalaya Trail.

Great Himalaya Trail: An 800-Mile Walk in Nepal

Butterfly Balloons in Cappadocia

Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride: A Sunrise Adventure

Hospital - El Ganso 24 cross and Astorga

Walking the Camino de Santiago on a Budget

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United States

Trisaetum Winery

10 Best Wineries in Willamette Valley According to a Sommelier

Kermit's Treme Mother in Law Lounge

7 Best Jazz Clubs in New Orleans

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota (photo: Dave Lee)

10 Fun and Free Things To Do in Sarasota

Hot air balloon ride in Temecula, CA

Top 10 Things to Do in Temecula, California

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Central America

Dave in Exuma Cays, The Bahamas

Staniel Cay Travel Guide: The Bahamas' Best Little Island

Johnny Cay, San Andres

San Andres Island, Colombia: A Travel Guide

Dave in San Blas Islands, Panama

Backpacking Panama: A Two-Week Itinerary

View of Providencia

Providencia Island, Colombia: A Travel Guide

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South America

The author at the true Equator

Top 10 Things to Do in Ecuador

Llapingachos served with chicken, chorizo, a fried egg, and salad is typical of Ecuadorian food.

Ecuadorian Food: Typical & Traditional Cuisine

Colorful Cartagena

12 Amazing Things To Do in Colombia

A scenic view of El Poblado, Medellin

Medellin Travel Guide: Advice from an Expat

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Europe

Switzerland Shoulder Season

Switzerland on a Budget: 10 Essential Tips

Iceland

Iceland's Ring Road: 9 Amazing Places to Camp

Oludeniz, Turkey

Turkish Riviera: Exploring Turkey's Turquoise Coast

Palaiokastritsa beach

7 Beaches in Corfu That Will Leave You Speechless

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Asia

Mount Bromo

12 Natural Wonders of Southeast Asia

10 National Dishes from Southeast Asia

Royal Enfield

How to Travel in India with a Motorcycle

Helicopter at Everest Base Camp

15 Reasons to Visit Everest Region of Nepal

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New Stories

Stone bridge for one of the carriage roads

Park Loop Road in Acadia: Top Spots and Cycling Route

Couple at La Valise Tulum hotel in Mexico

Tips for Booking Your Honeymoon

Dave with e-bike at entrance to the Schoodic Peninsula in Acadia National Park

Cycling Schoodic Peninsula in Acadia National Park

Dana Point, California (photo: Ariel Blanco)

9 Best Festivals in Orange County: The Ultimate Guide

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