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Sunday Special – Salvador, Brazil
Last year I briefly heard about the city of Salvador in Brazil’s North East region, in the state of Bahia. Recently, it popped up again in my Instagram feed. Because of that, I decided it was a good choice for today’s Sunday Special: to learn more of this cultural, musical, and foodie city that is…
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Sunday Special – Las Lajas Sanctuary, Colombia
I’ve only became familiar with this architecturally intriguing basilica recently. Truthfully, it is the January photo on my new calendar of destinations. With the name clearly listed, I easily sought out this architectural beauty. The imposing building and adjoining bridge emanates an air of grandeur amidst the nest of nature, piquing my curiosity. The allure…
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50 Movies That Will Keep Your Wanderlust Alive
Ah wanderlust! My familiar friend that spurs on my travel flames and sends me seeking inspiration. The Sunday Specials that I post are one way to find travel inspiration. Another way is through movies set in various distant locales, fanning those flames of wanderlust — even more so during this pandemic. As I watch (and…
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Sunday Special – Marble Caves of General Carrera Lake, Chile
The South American country of Chile is rather long – spanning 4,270 km / 2,653 miles. With such length the topography is quite varied. Towards the southernmost section is the well-known area of Patagonia, which Chile shares with Argentina. Mountains, desserts, plains, lakes, rivers, islands, glaciers, plateaus and caves can be found in this region…
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Sunday Special – Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), Peru
Peru is not lacking in places to see and visit. In recent years Vinicunca or Rainbow Mountain has exploded in fame, almost rivalling Machu Picchu in its popularity. This relatively “new” destination has become an Instagram gem, albeit often extensively photoshopped or filtered. Rainbow Mountain is part of the Andes Mountain range and is located…
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Sunday Special – Potosí, Bolivia
Lying at the base of a mountain that many claim to be made of silver is the Bolivian town of Potosí. Located in the southern region of this South American country is a locale steeped in history and commerce. One of the world’s highest cities (at 4,090 m / 13,420 ft) it dates back to…
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Sunday Special – Ciudad Perdida, Colombia
An ancient city set deep into the forests of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains in the South American country of Colombia is where we visit today. Ciudad Perdida, built most likely by the Tairona peoples, it was a significant hub for the ruling powers through to the arrival of Spanish. Believed to be…
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Sunday Special – Machu Picchu, Peru
Situated in a mountaintop 50 km / 50 mi northwest of the Peruvian city of Cusco is an old Incan citadel that has captivated tourists and travellers alike since it was re-discovered by Hiram Bingham in July 1911.What he though was the “Lost City of the Incas” was in fact Machu Picchu. Considered by many to…
