You know, sometimes the energy of life is so powerful you can feel it by being there? That’s how it was like seeing a kauri tree. Agates australis, more affectionally known as kauri tree is New Zealand’s largest and most famous native tree. It only grows in the subtropical northern part of the North island. […]
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Road trip to Paracas! Lima and Cusco, the two pillars of traveling in Peru. Lima, a big city by the Pacific coast is busy but the coastal town’s unique vibe is irresistible. Cusco, the bellybutton of the world, is the gateway to Machu Picchu. But don’t dismiss places in between the two; take your time
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After spending an afternoon in the jungle of Palenque, what do you do? You’re soaking wet from sweating, and the air is so thick and heavy it’s hard to even breathe deep. On a day like this, there’s nothing like swimming in the waterfalls. Other than visiting ruins of Palenque, I didn’t have much plan
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I’ve always secretly wanted a pair of cowboy boots. Is it just me? There’s just something special about cowboys. We knew it ever since we watched movies about the Wild West. They are mysterious, rough, and masculine. I’ve always liked the cowboy hat. I don’t look good in caps but I can do cowboy-style hats.
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Have you had beer in Germany? There are certain things you can’t miss in Europe. Like finding a great croissant in France, home-made pierogi in Poland, or Neapolitan pizza in Italy, In Germany, you have to taste beer. It’s one of the best way to learn about the culture, history, and people of Germany. It’s
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Picturesque Peru: Photo Essay With its grand vista and stunning characters, Peru is a dream destination for photographers. Not just that; the Andes brings hikers from all around the world, high-quality alpaca products lure fashion enthusiasts, and still mysterious Inca heritage fascinates archeologists. Peru has many faces. I spent four weeks in Peru in June,
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Sunrise at Dead Horse Point State Park Dead Horse Point State Park features a dramatic overlook of the Colorado River and Canyonlands National Park. Millions of years of geological activity created this view. It’s amazing to see what nature can make in a long period of time. Deposition of sediments of oceans, freshwater lakes, wind,
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It’s okay to have two weddings, right? I got married in March 29, 2015 in Seoul. My in-laws traveled all the way from the US for our traditional Korean wedding. I’m lucky to have a family who loves to travel. Some of our friends in other countries as far as New Zealand also came over
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Men, do you know how to knit? You can learn from the men of Taquile Island. It’s not every day you see a man knitting out in public. The community of “Knitting Men”, the people of Taquile Island are living the lifestyle they’ve preserved for centuries. Taquile Island is on the Peruvian side of Lake
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“In the variety of its charms and the power of its spell, I know of no other place in the world which can compare with it.” -Hiram Bingham, ‘re-discoverer’ of Machu Picchu- Four days of walking on the Salkantay Trek was the greatest build-up for Machu Picchu. Visiting something so grand as Machu Picchu
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