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I’m Scott, a freelance writer who seeks out offbeat attractions and awesome destinations around the world. Come along as I bring you travel advice, trip inspiration, and dispatches from places that are fascinating, unusual, or just plain amazing!
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Most Popular Posts
My 39 Most Amazing Wildlife Encounters in Africa
The most memorable wildlife sightings in Africa included giraffes fighting, hippos attacking, lions eating, and elephants swimming.
The 30 Most Amazing Things I Saw in Iceland
From boiling mud pots to glacial ice chunks on black sand beaches, these were the most incredible sights in Iceland.
The American’s Guide to Visiting Havana: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
Learn everything you need to know about Cuban food, lodging, money, crime, and more!
Latest Blog Posts
Things To Do in Mexico City: 85 Must See Attractions and Experiences for Tourists!
Visiting Mexico City? This extensive guide features must-see attractions, neighborhoods, street food, and offbeat activities!
Complete Guide to Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota
Voyageurs National Park in Minnesota is a popular place for boating, camping, and bald eagle watching.
Why You Should Consider an Okavango Delta Mokoro Canoe Trip in Botswana
The Okavango Delta in Botswana is a lush swamp full of wildlife and camping and hiking opportunities.
48 Hours in Banff National Park: A Suggested Itinerary
You can pack a lot of lakes, hikes and glaciers into two days in Banff National Park! Browse this suggested itinerary for tips.
I Kissed a Giraffe and I Liked It: Visiting The Giraffe Centre in Nairobi, Kenya
Get your giraffe kiss and feed them by hand at the Giraffe Centre in Nairobi, Kenya.
Quirky Fun in the Canadian Heartland! Getting to Know Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan is one of my new favorite cities in Canada. I spent time there visiting museums, record stores, beaches, and excellent restaurants.
Awesome Adventures
Tips for Climbing Namibia’s Dune 45 Before Sunrise
Climbing Dune 45 in Namibia to see the sunrise is one of the most fun activities you can do in the Namibian Desert.
Hiking One Mile Straight Up at Oahu’s Koko Crater Trail
The Koko Crater Trail in Oahu is a challenging hike that follows 1048 steps straight up the side of a volcanic crater.
I Jumped Into the Ocean With A Bunch of Sharks on a Cage Diving Encounter in Oahu
An experience shark diving in Oahu gave me a chance to see eight-foot-long sharks up close for the first time.
Quirky & Unusual
Quirky Attraction: Mardi Gras World in New Orleans
See Mardi Gras floats and props being created in real time at Mardi Gras World in New Orleans!
Quirky Attraction: The Pinball Hall of Fame in Las Vegas
Las Vegas is home to the Pinball Hall of Fame, which houses hundreds of vintage pinball machines going back to the 1940s.
Quirky Attraction: International Museum of Surgical Science (Chicago)
Chicago’s International Surgical Science Museum is the place to find vintage wheelchairs, surgery-themed artwork, and medical artifacts.
Travel Tips & Advice
The Ultimate Overland Safari Packing List (And What NOT to Pack!)
Packing for an African overland safari doesn’t have to be difficult. This guide describes the electronics, clothing, and personal items you’ll need to take.
How I Travel Cheaply: My Best Budget Travel Tips
My best budget travel tips for saving money on lodging, flights, food, and transit while traveling.
Eating Cheaply in Iceland: How I Spent Less Than $150 on Food in Nine Days
The cost of food in Iceland is high, but you can eat cheaply if you plan ahead and make smart shopping decisions.
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