Paris, France
Paris

What country should you visit for your first trip abroad?

Many people have asked me where they should go for their next trip. Since my wife and I are "in the travel business,” we are often asked for advice. It’s a hard question to answer, as your next destination really depends on the type of person you are, what you enjoy doing during your travels, and where you’ve already been. But many people have never left the comforts of their home country. It’s quite common, especially in larger and geographically isolated countries such as the U.S. or Australia where foreign travel entails purchasing an expensive plane ticket. Some people are timid or anxious about leaving their home country for the first time. All sorts of questions arise about what it's like to travel. People are usually most worried about the costs of travel, safety, speaking foreign languages, what hotel rooms might be like, and just the overall “unknown” of being somewhere new. Fear is often a big barrier to travel,…

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Jerusalem
Jerusalem

Are You Visiting Israel? Here are the Top Sights and Attractions You Shouldn’t Miss

Israel is famous as a place of pilgrimage for many; after all, it is where many events in many faiths have occurred through the centuries. Israel definitely has a long and varied history, and its place in the Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faiths has been established since ancient times. But whether you are planning to visit Israel as part of a pilgrimage or you simply want to see the many sights and attractions this amazing country has to offer, here are some of the top places – and their various attractions – you shouldn’t miss.

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Carvings of Ancient Egyptian gods at a temple along the Nile near Luxor

Tips for Visiting Egypt

Egypt is a destination that offers a lot for every type of tourist, either those paying for all-inclusive services or those traveling on a budget. You can visit many fascinating places in this beautiful country without wasting money if you plan the details of your journey before you go.

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Nyang Nyang beach
Nyang Nyang beach

Bali’s Top 5 Best Kept Secrets

If you have ever been to Bali, it may be no surprise to you that this island was recently rated as the world’s top travel destination. From the breathtaking cliffside views, perfectly sculpted rice terraces, magnificent underwater world to intricately carved Hindu temples, it’s hard not to fall in love with this paradise also known as the Island of the Gods.

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