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Look over my shoulder as I travel across America on the trip of a lifetime. I review the hotels I stay at, the restaurants I eat at, the flights I take, the trains I ride, and the things I do.
All good things must end. Here I am at Stockholm Arlanda Airport after spending four weeks exploring Sweden. I've had more than 35 years of experience in publishing, starting to focus on travel writing 20 years ago. I work closely with the media - both print and digital - as well as hotels and hotel …
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The days have been getting longer since 22 December, reaching their crescendo today, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. If you're south of the Equator, however, it's the shortest day of the year.
Bali Travel Basics Bali is a large island in Indonesia. Also, it is Indonesia's most popular travel destination. In fact, tourism accounts for 80% of the Balinese economy. The island's unique culture, breathtaking scenery, and hospitable people are among its key attractions. This Practical Guide to Bali is a quick reference guide for travelers planning …
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Travel Basics Bali has the second busiest international airport in Indonesia so most travelers from overseas fly direct to Bali without having to change plans in Jakarta, the country'ss capital and largest city. A new international terminal opened at Ngurah Rai International airport, which goes by the name Denpasar on websites, in 2014. Its airport …