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4 Fascinating Places to Experience Taiwanese Culture in Taipei
Written by Kaitlin Murray Taiwan is a country of vibrant colored temples, kind people, and delicious street food. We spent a week in Taipei and were so amazed by the modern and efficient city, the historic sights and temples, and all of the beautiful aspects of Taiwanese culture. We realized it is a perfect blend of Japanese and Chinese cultures, creating a great atmosphere and feeling for first time travelers to Asia. Here are the best places to visit to experience this unique culture! Longshan Temple The brightly colored temple in the Wanhua District of Taipei is a Buddhist temple where tourists can come to experience the rituals and ceremonies…
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Traveling Back in Time in Havana, Cuba
Written by Cassidy Murray As time goes by and cities and countries grow larger and greater, there is one country that remains frozen in time following the same traditions and ways of life we were accustomed to in the 1950s. This amazing city with its complicated history and incredibly energetic vibe is Havana – the capital of Cuba. Last winter my family traveled to Cuba where we spent a week exploring Havana. The city is very exotic and old fashioned in a poodle-skirt and hot pink 50’s convertible sort of way. Havana has European architecture and a fun Caribbean feel which makes the city look more antique and rustic than…
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5 Magical Places to Explore on the Emerald Isle of Ireland
There are only two kinds of people in the world, the Irish and those who wish they were. Written by Kaitlin Murray Ireland – the land of green hills, kind people, ancient legends, and magical experiences. My family traveled for 2 weeks throughout the whole country and every city and sight had something new to offer. I wish that our road trip could have lasted longer and I fell in love with all of the Irish folklore, legends, and art. I cannot wait to return one day! So here are my favorite experiences during our adventure through Ireland. Dingle Peninsula On the Western coast of the country is the…
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Five Fun Things to do in Sydney, Australia
Written by Cassidy Murray. Australia always sounded like a mystical and faraway country to me. It wasn’t until I explored it that I realized it is also a fascinating and historic country which I now consider one of my favorite destinations. This April my family and I planned a trip to Australia while we were traveling through Asia and since Oceania always intrigued me, I was so excited when I found out I was finally going to make it to one of my bucket list countries. We planned for 2 weeks in Sydney and left the rest of our trip open knowing we had time to travel the country freely. Here…
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An Unexpected Journey in Hobbiton – The Land of Fantasy and Magic in New Zealand
In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit.. Written by Kaitlin Murray Beyond the rolling green hills of the North Island lies Hobbiton, the famous movie set for the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings trilogies in New Zealand. As one of my favorite experiences during our entire trip, Hobbiton is a place that transports you into another world of fantasy and dreams, where you can leave behind the real world for awhile. Our long awaited adventure began as we arrived at the Shire’s Rest, a cafe, shop, and gateway to the movie set. There you can find all sorts of great trinkets, gifts, and fun memorabilia! To…
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An Off the Beaten Path Guide to My 2 Favorite Egyptian Pyramids
Written by Cassidy Murray Egypt is one of the most intriguing countries in the world. It not only is home to sites that have been around for over 5,000 years, but it is also known for its chaotic yet fun culture. My family and I have traveled to Egypt 3 times and it never ceases to amaze us every trip. Whether you travel on a Nile cruise or tour on your own, you will find the magic of ancient Egypt at every turn. Each Egyptian city has hidden sights and treasures and even in the desert it’s common to find amazing artifacts. This past trip we traveled to Cairo and…
