Wat Ban Pong is a quiet hilltop temple near Chiang Mai, known for its 900-step forest climb and peaceful setting. Built over 19 years, the temple offers wide views, simple beauty, and a break from city crowds. A small café at the base makes the visit both reflective and relaxing.
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Canadian Travel to the U.S. Is Down in 2025—Here’s What You Need to Know
Canadian tourism to the U.S. is plummeting—and it’s not just about politics. For me and my family, trips from Alberta’s mountain towns to Toronto’s festivals and Québec’s cobblestone streets shaped years of cross-border memories. Now, rising tensions threaten that connection. This post explores what we lose when trust disappears.
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Manhattan in a Weekend: Old Favorites, New Stops, and One Tough Puzzle
Each visit to Manhattan, Kansas, brings something new. My son Malik is a senior at Kansas State University, so we’ve spent many weekends here. We’ve done the campus tours, the football games, and even axe-throwing. But this time, we slowed down. We leaned into the quieter side of the “Little…
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How Black Couples Travel Challenges Stereotypes and Strengthens Love
This post celebrates Black couples who travel together, sharing real stories of love, partnership, and adventure. From digital nomads to retired explorers, these seven couples show how traveling together strengthens relationships and challenges norms—proving that Black love belongs everywhere, even in places that never expected to see it.
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10 Breathtaking Natural Wonders to Visit in New York State
New York is more than a city—it’s wild, beautiful, and quiet in ways that stay with you. This guide shares 10 natural wonders that shaped my love for the state. From roaring waterfalls to peaceful lakes, each place invites you to slow down, look closer, and feel something real.
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Frankfort to Copper Harbor: The Best Northern Michigan Road Trip
This Northern Michigan road trip looped from Frankfort to Copper Harbor, with stops for hikes, beaches, cafes, and lakeside views. We skipped the rush and leaned into quiet mornings, local food, and open skies. Each stop gave us something different—and reminded us to slow down and take it all in.
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$250 Visa Integrity Fee Could Make America One of the Most Expensive Countries to Visit
The proposed \$250 Visa Integrity Fee could reshape U.S. tourism, adding significant costs for international visitors. Industry leaders warn it may discourage travel ahead of major events like the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics. This ongoing situation requires close monitoring as details remain unclear and potential impacts continue to unfold.
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The Side of Africa I Never Saw in the Media
I look for street food, quiet cafes, hikes with a view, and places that hold meaning. I’ve found them all over the world. Now I want to find them in Nigeria, Togo, and Benin—three countries in Africa tied to my history that I’ve never seen with my own eyes. I’m ready to see the truth about Africa for myself.