Author: The Travelling Sloth
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A Trekker’s Guide To Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) in Peru
Peru is a destination of many wonders. The first thing you think of when you imagine Peru is probably: Machu Picchu. Now, think of any environment you would want to see; rainforests, deserts, colonial cities, ancient wonders, beaches! You name it, Peru has it. During my travels around the South American country, I came across the…
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Hiking Svartisen Glacier in Norway: An Unforgettable Adventure
The first time that I laid my eyes on Svartisen was in 2012. On the way down from visiting my uncle in Northern Norway, we detoured to stop by a magnificent glacier. We saw it from afar and didn’t take the ferry over. During my solo road trip last year, I visited my uncle and spent…
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Underwater Exploration: The SS Thistlegorm Wreck in the Red Sea
It is safe to say that for most divers who love wrecks, the SS Thistlegorm is nothing short of a dream. This world-famous wreck sits on the western tip of Sinai, Egypt in about 30 meters of the Red Sea. The Thistlegorm was a British merchant navy ship that was bombed by the Germans 76…
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Exploring the Stunning Country of Laos: A Travel Guide
Laos is, without a doubt, a stunning country with mountainous terrain, French colonial architecture, hill tribes, scenic riverside towns and insane partying. Nestled between 5 countries (Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and China), Laos is landlocked with the Mekong flowing through. It is relatively off the beaten path as it is often overlooked by backpackers, which…
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Discover the City of London Through a Visual Diary
I think we can agree when I say London is a pretty city. An estimated 20 million tourists visited the British capital last year, making it the world’s second most popular tourist destination. It’s not hard to see why. I, myself, visited the capital twice last year and fell head over heels for it. It is…
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Solo Travel: Embracing Freedom and Empowerment
A revolution has started! More and more women are going against the grain and travelling alone. We have been told to avoid certain places or wait until we find a man someone to travel with. Travelling solo is a scary idea to many people, especially women. In all honesty, it’s not as bad as what it’s…
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Discover Myanmar – The Last Frontier In Asia
In recent years, Myanmar has been booming with tourism despite opening its doors in the 1990’s. Considered as the last frontier in Asia, its rich history gives you a little insight to what South East Asia used to be prior to tourism. Waves of tourists have been frolicking to the country, from 268 000 in…
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The Hidden Gems of Yangon, Myanmar
Recently, I returned to the former Burmese capital, Yangon, for two weeks. Myanmar earns its nickname, the Land of Golden Pagodas, with pride, and at the heart of this bustling city lies the renowned Shwedagon Pagoda. Beyond exploring the holiest Buddhist pagoda in Myanmar, the city boasts numerous other attractions. Although tourism has received encouragement…