The ninth largest city in the Dominican Republic is mostly known for its spectacular all-inclusive resorts and world-class beaches. What many people don’t know though is that outside Puerto Plata’s bright turquoise waters and sprawling properties lie charming colonial architecture, cool mountain retreats, and even volunteering opportunities. Better yet? You can enjoy many of these […]
Maria Laborde
Is Ubud a Tourist Trap? How to Enjoy Bali’s Cultural Center
Is Ubud a Tourist Trap? was written by fellow travel blogger Maria Alexandra, who now speaks Bahasa Indonesia after living among locals in-country for one year. Following the release of Julia Roberts’ Eat, Pray, Love movie, scores dream of visiting the town that’s known as Bali‘s cultural center. Unfortunately, as with many destinations glorified by Hollywood, now several travelers […]
Best places in the world to swim with whale sharks
Is it on your travel bucket list to swim with whale sharks? Then read up because today you will learn more about these gentle giants–in addition to discovering the best 5 spots to encounter them in 5 different continents. Don’t let the name fool you. Scientifically known as rhincodon typus, whale sharks are the largest non-mammal vertebrate in the world. Their size averages […]
Top Things To Do in Myanmar: Tourist Attractions
Top Things To Do in Myanmar: Tourist Attractions and Itinerary Ideas is a guest post by fellow travel blogger Maria Laborde from LatinAbroad.com Under iron-fist military rule for almost 50 years, Myanmar opened up to significant democratic reforms between 2011 and 2012. Since then, tourism has boomed in the former hermit land, with an outstanding 60% growth […]
Top Things To Do In Bangkok: Tourist Attractions
Today Maria talks about the top things to do in Bangkok – tourist attractions! Bangkok is the seat of power of the only country in Southern Asia to have never been colonized. Nowadays, Thailand’s capital is one of the most important airline hubs around the world, making the city a top stopover. Enjoy both the highlights and some […]
Top Things to Do In Cancun: Tourist Attractions
When thinking about the best things to do in in Cancun it’s tempting to book an indulgent all-inclusive package to Mexico. Who doesn’t dream of lazily laying by bright turquoise waters, while enjoying unlimited libations and gourmet cuisine? Yet, there are too many exciting things to do from Cancun to bypass a booking a couple […]
Top Things to Do in Bali: Unique Tourist Attractions
The top things to do in Bali – famous tourist attractions – bring sights of romantic honeymoons and exotic escapes. So unique is this island that some travelers think it is an independent country. But Bali is part of Indonesia: a kaleidoscope of tribal cultures and fascinating history. You won’t believe the different things to do in […]
Top Iceland Attractions for a Unique Stopover
One of the best European travel tips I can give you involves a stopover in Reykjavík and some really interesting Iceland attractions. How come, you may ask? You will be surprised to find it is cheaper stop in Iceland for a couple of days whenever you’re traveling to or from Europe. I discovered this travel hack […]
Top Things To Do In Hong Kong: Tourist Attractions
From a small fishing village filled with Chinese pirates and refugees, Hong Kong morphed into a global trade center–becoming the world’s 44th largest economy. As a former British territory and current Chinese dependency, the metropolis boasts a multifaceted culture and heritage. Witness the top tourist attractions in Hong Kong through a convergence of its traditional and contemporary cultures found throughout the […]
Top Things to Do in Thailand: Tourist Attractions
The top things to do in Thailand: Tourist Atrractions is brought to you by LatinAbroad.com. Mueang Thai, as locals call the country, is a fascinating melting pot of ancient kingdoms. For over five centuries, the Khmer Empire ruled its lands — until expelled in the 13th century. Then, the Thai Kingdom was successfully unified and established by King Sri Indraditya of the Kingdom of […]
