Backpack and Snorkel

We #travel the #world and show you the best places to see and the best things to do.
With our #backpack and #snorkel we do not just seek out #whitesand #beaches and #turquoisewater , but we #hike #mountains and #explore big and small #cities #worldwide.
Let us #inspire you to make memorable moments on #relaxing #vacations .

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2024-09-02 16:30:05

Roatan is English speaking and right at the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef which guarantees excellent snorkeling and diving. But there is so much more. Check out the best things to see and do. How did you like it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Roatan/
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2024-08-18 01:03:04

Bunratty Castle in Ireland with its Folk Park village with buildings built in 19th century style, is absolutely worth a visit to experience life in the old times. How did you like it? #BunrattyCastle #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day8/#581
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2024-08-18 00:05:05

#Christchurch in New Zealand has lots of beautiful #murals and #streetart . We have a self-guided tour that shows you the highlights of Christchurch and the murals. #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Christchurch/#tour
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2024-08-17 23:04:07

#Matira Beach is the best #beach in #BoraBora and one of the best in the world. The mesmerizing #turquoise waters and soft white #sand are excellent for #sunbathing , but there is also good #swimming and great #snorkeling https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Bora-Bora/#matira
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2024-08-17 22:02:05

St. Maarten is a popular destination for cruise ships and snowbirds. It has fabulous white sand beaches (some are clothes optional) and unbelievably turquoise waters. What do you like best? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/St-Maarten/
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2024-08-17 20:10:05

2024-08-17 16:30:04

Plaza Mayor in Villa de Leyva is one of the largest town squares in the Americas. Most streets seem to lead to this massive cobblestone plaza. See the best things to see and do in our post. How did you like Villa de Leyva? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Villa-de-Leyva/
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2024-08-17 14:41:08

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is my adopted hometown. It is a fascinating city and we even have our own language and food. Since I live here, I have put together an extensive list of the best things to see for the Steel City. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/
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2024-08-17 01:03:08

Have you ever traveled to a new place and you instantly knew it was your Personal #Paradise ? This happened to us with Isla Mujeres. Check out my blog to see what got us hooked. Have you been there?
#Travel #traveltribe #BUCKETLIST #Mexico https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Isla-Mujeres/
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2024-08-17 00:05:05

The National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology is one of 3 branches of the Museum. Most visitors come to see the extensive collection of historic artefacts made of gold, but the museum has much more. #NationalMuseum #Dublin #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day4/#544
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2024-08-16 23:04:04

No, the Mexican-American War was not fought in Pittsburgh - the Mexican War Streets were developed during that time. You will find beautiful row houses, gardens, tree-lined streets and some of the best museums. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/War-Streets/
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2024-08-16 20:10:05

The #Zekreet #Peninsula in #Qatar is known for its erosional #landforms . A tour brings you to the mushroom rocks and even an arch, #Camel #Racetracks, Richard Serra's East-West/West-East #sculpture in the #desert and to a #beach . https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Qatar/Day7/
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2024-08-16 16:30:04

2024-08-16 15:35:06

One of our best ever vacations ever was at the Simbavati River Lodge outside Kruger National Park in #SouthAfrica . The game drives are fantastic and we saw the Big 5 and more. Have you been there and how did you like it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/South-Africa/
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2024-08-16 14:41:05

Cabo San Lucas's white sand #beaches , its famous arch and almost guaranteed #sunshine make it a perfect #vacation destination. Check out my #travelblog for the best things to see and do in Los Cabos.
How do you like it?
#BUCKETLIST #Mexico https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Los-Cabos/
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2024-08-16 13:23:10

The #Christchurch Botanic Gardens in New Zealand were founded in 1863. On 52 acres they showcase a large variety of exotic and native plants of New Zealand. How did you like it? #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Christchurch/#botanic
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2024-08-16 11:55:05

At the eastern end of Raccoon Creek State Park outside Pittsburgh is the Wildflower Reserve. The best time to come here is in late April or August when many of the 700 wild flower species are blooming. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Raccoon-Creek/
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2024-08-16 01:03:14

2024-08-15 23:04:07

Belfast is one of the main attractions of Northern Ireland. There is so much to see that we created self-guided tours to see the highlights of Belfast in two days. #Belfast #NorthernIreland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Northern-Ireland/Day15/
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2024-08-15 20:10:08

Allegheny Landing Park in Pittsburgh is one the first urban riverfront sculpture parks in the US. More than 200 years ago, a ferry connected Allegheny City with the City of Pittsburgh on this location. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Walking-Tour5/#Allegheny-Landing
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2024-08-15 16:30:04

Hartwood Acres outside Pittsburgh is sometimes called the crown jewel of Allegheny County parks as it is beautiful, has a large Tudor style 1929 mansion, an English style formal garden, and a stable complex. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Hartwood-Acres/
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2024-08-15 15:35:04

The Cayman Islands are known for their beautiful beaches and excellent snorkeling. Seven Mile beach is one of the best beaches on the planet. Do you dream of going to Hell and sending a postcard from there? Grand Cayman has you covered. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Cayman-Islands/
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2024-08-15 02:21:55

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@npub13mu…x484 Heinz History Center is not a trolley museum. They just happen to have one.

2024-08-15 01:03:04

The Andy Warhol Museum is dedicated to Pittsburgh-born pop art icon Andy Warhol. It has 17 galleries, 77 sculptures, 900 paintings, over 1,000 prints, 2,000 works on paper, 4,000 photos, and more than 4,300 films. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Museums/#Andy-Warhol-Museum
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2024-08-15 00:05:04

#Temae Beach is the best #beach on #Moorea . It is a 3,000 ft (900 m) long and has excellent #snorkeling with lots of #colorful #fish and colorful and healthy #corals. This was our favorite beach on Moorea. How did you like it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Moorea-Beaches/#temae
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2024-08-14 23:04:05

Fort Pitt Museum is located in Pittsburgh's Point State Park at the confluence of the Monongahela and Allegheny Rivers, where they form the Ohio River in a recreated bastion of Fort Pitt which was built in 1758. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Museums/#Fort-Pitt-Museum
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2024-08-14 22:02:05

2024-08-14 20:10:05

#Marae in French #Polynesia are ancient spaces reserved for ceremonial, social, and religious activities. Most were destroyed, but you can visit some restored marae and experience these sites. Do you like exploring ancient ceremonial sites? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Tahiti/#taata
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2024-08-14 16:30:04

San Andres is the big Spanish speaking brother of English speaking Providencia in #Colombia . We loved Town Beach and Playa Spratt Bight. What is your favorite beach? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/San-Andres/
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2024-08-14 15:35:04

Hore Abbey are the ruins of a monastery near the Rock of Cashel (Ireland). It is worth a visit - we really liked it and we were the only visitors. Have you been there and how did you like it? #HoreAbbey #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day5/#554
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2024-08-14 14:41:04

Maalhos in the Baa Atoll of the Maldives is known for its excellent snorkeling, Its Bikini Beach is 400 ft (120 m) long, but beautiful and it has good swimming. #Maldives #Maalhos #snorkeling #beaches https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Maalhos/
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2024-08-14 13:23:04

At Plaza de Bolivar in the heart of #Bogota ,you will see hundreds, if not thousands of pigeons and wonderful buildings around it like Museo del 20 de Julio, Catedral Primal, Capitolio, Casa de Narino, and Palacio de Justicia. How did you like it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Bogota
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2024-08-14 00:05:16

Rock of Ages is a granite quarrying and finishing company in Barre, VT. Join a guided tour to visit the quarry, see the beautiful turquoise water and learn more about granite quarrying. More information is here: https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Vermont/Barre/
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2024-08-13 22:02:05

#Chile 's #Patagonia is known for its natural beauty: endless prairies, majestic mountains in the Torres Del Paine National Park and friendly people. A true paradise. How did you like it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Patagonia/
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2024-08-13 20:10:05

No visit to #Qatar is complete without #dune bashing, #camel #riding , dune #surfing and, as Qatar has such a long #coastline, a visit to the #beach. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Qatar/Day6/
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2024-08-13 16:30:05

The Gateway Clipper Fleet is a Pittsburgh staple since 1958. The fleet has the largest inland riverboat fleet in the US. I particularly like sunset dinner cruises with live music. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Best-Things-Downtown/#Gateway-Clipper
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2024-08-13 15:35:04

2024-08-13 14:41:04

South Park outside Pittsburgh has several hiking trails, a golf course, an ice skating rink, and a wave pool. A main attraction is the Oliver Miller Homestead, which is an important site of the Whiskey Rebellion. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/South-Park/
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2024-08-13 13:23:09

#Otumuheke Stream in #Taupo in New Zealand is a historical #Maori bathing and meeting place where a small hot stream flows into the #Waikato River. A nice place to #relax . #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Taupo/#otumuheke
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2024-08-13 11:55:06

#Iceland is a rugged and beautiful country. Its volcanic origin gives rise to #lava fields, geysers, #waterfalls , lava tubes, #hotpools and beautiful #scenery . Here is a detailed itinerary for the Golden Circle and a Reykjavik walking tour. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Iceland/
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2024-08-13 01:03:05

The Heinz History Center is Pennsylvania's largest history museum. On six floors, its exhibitions feature more than 40,000 artifacts of the history of Western Pennsylvania. Have you been there? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Museums/#Heinz-History-Center
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2024-08-13 00:05:17

The Glendalough monastic site was founded by St. Kevin in the early 6th century in Ireland. It is now in ruins, but a must-see in Ireland. We tell you what you see during a self-guided tour of the site. #Glendalough #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day5/#552
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2024-08-12 23:04:05

2024-08-12 20:10:07

#Cartagena in #Colombia has, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful historic downtown areas on the planet. Need a self-guided walking tour to explore this fantastic city? Our blog post has you covered. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Cartagena/
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2024-08-12 16:30:05

Cape Town in #SouthAfrica is the mother city. It is wonderful to tour - let us show you the best things to see and do in Cape Town and Cape of Good Hope. How did you like it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/South-Africa/
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2024-08-12 14:41:04

2024-08-12 13:23:04

Construction on Yasaka Shrine started in 656. #Kyoto 's biggest procession begins here on July 17 every year since 869 when it was first held to ward off an epidemic that had hit the city. I hope it helps in 2020!
Read more here: https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Kyoto/
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2024-08-12 11:55:04

Phoenix Park is a park with large grassland areas and tree-lined roads outside of Dublin�s busy downtown area. The name comes from the Irish word fhionnuisce = clear or still water. How did you like the park? #Dublin #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day1/#513
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2024-08-12 01:03:04

Pittsburgh's National Aviary is the largest aviary in the only aviary with "National" status. There are over 500 birds from more than 150 bird species, and sloths and armadillos. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Best-Things-Downtown/#National-Aviary
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2024-08-12 00:05:04

Our Self-Guided Walking Tour of Christchurch in New Zealand shows you the highlights of #Christchurch and it includes a short #Murals Tour. #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Christchurch/#tour
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2024-08-11 23:04:05

Galway is the largest city in Ireland�s Connacht province. It grew around a fortification that was built here in 1124. Today, the city is home to historic buildings, churches, city gates and cemeteries #Galway #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day10/#5i101
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2024-08-11 22:02:04

#Katara Cultural Village is a diverse #entertainment complex in the northern part of #Doha in #Qatar. It has bars and restaurants, an amphitheater, a movie theater, museum, opera house, shopping center, art galleries, and even a beach. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Qatar/Day4/#545
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2024-08-11 20:10:05

The Mullaghmore Peninsula is a small peninsula in the far northeastern part of County Sligo in Ireland. It is a nice and relaxing stop on your way to Northern Ireland. Have you been here? #Mullaghmore #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day13/#5i132
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2024-08-11 16:30:04

The State House in Montpelier, VT offers wonderful free guided tours that are definitely worth joining. You will learn about the history of the building and see places that are not accessible for other visitors. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Vermont/Montpelier/#Vermont-State-House
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2024-08-11 14:41:04

La Romana is the jump-off point to beautiful white sand palm tree lines beaches, turquoise waters and good snorkeling spots. History buffs may want to explore Altos de Chavon. What did you do in La Romana? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/La-Romana/
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2024-08-11 13:23:04

Kilkenny Castle in Ireland started out as a wooden castle in 1173and was transformed to a chateau in 1661 and abandoned in 1935. The castle is beautifully restored and definitely worth a visit. #KilkennyCastle #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day6/#561
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2024-08-11 11:55:04

One of the things we enjoyed most on the Aran Islands is a sunset walk near the beach. The green rolling hills will slowly change towards orange and the shades of the stone fences will grow larger. #AranIslands #InisMor #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day10/#5i104
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2024-08-11 01:03:05

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Pittsburgh's Cathedral of Learning is a 42-story Late Gothic Revival Cathedral from the University of Pittsburgh. The Nationality Rooms are one of the top attractions in Pittsburgh. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Oakland/#Cathedral-of-Learning
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2024-08-10 23:04:05

Black Rock Beach has a historical significance for the local Maori people. Check out our post to learn why and what else you can do here. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Rarotonga-Beaches/#black
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2024-08-10 22:02:04

Milford Sound is a deep fjord which attracts almost a million visitors per year and makes it one of the top attractions in New Zealand. We recommend to take a fjord cruise to enjoy the scenery. Have you been here? #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Queenstown/#cruise
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2024-08-10 20:10:05

2024-08-10 15:35:04

Reykjavik, the capital of #Iceland, has lots to see and do. This self-guided tour brings you to wonderful museums, the striking Hallgrimskirkja church, the Perlan glass dome, thermal baths, etc.
#travel #BUCKETLIST https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Iceland/
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2024-08-10 13:23:04

Pittsburgh's Golden Triangle is very walkable and many attractions are within walking distance from each other. This self-guided walking tour covers the highlights in architecture, history and culture.
#Pittsburgh https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Walking-Tour/
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#Holbox beach is a long stretch of white sand that covers much of the northern part of Holbox. At the Eastern edge of town, there are sand banks that appear during low tide and are perfect for sunbathing in clear blue water.
How do you like it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Holbox/
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2024-08-09 20:10:04

Riverview Park on Pittsburgh's North Side is home to the Allegheny Observatory (belongs to the University of Pittsburgh), several hiking trails and summer night movies. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Riverview-Park/
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2024-08-09 15:35:04

Pittsburgh's Carnegie Museum of Natural History has 22 million specimen. But the star of the museum is Dippy - the single most famous single dinosaur skeleton in the world. Learn more here: https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Museums/#Carnegie-Museum-of-Natural-History
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2024-08-09 14:41:04

We loved this museum in #Auckland , which has a collection of 130 watercraft from model ships to fully operational ships focusing on ocean travel from Polynesians, #Maori and European settlers to modern times. How did you like it? #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Auckland/#ad
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@npub1dw9…872s you are very welcome. New Zealand is fantastic!

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@npub1e6y…2dfn thank you!

2024-08-09 13:23:04

#Nassau is the capital of The Bahamas, a popular cruise port and home of the Atlantis resort. There is so much to see and do - let me show you the best places and best things to do. How did you like Nassau? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Nassau/
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2024-08-09 11:55:04

The Titanic Belfast museum is located where the RMS Titanic was built. It covers the construction, launch, sinking and the lessons learned from the distaster. Have you been here? #Titanic #Museum #NorthernIreland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Northern-Ireland/Day16/#5i161
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2024-08-09 01:03:05

Martinique is a French island in the #Caribbean. It has beaches and lots of history. Read what we did on this island. What did you do in Martinique? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Martinique/
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2024-08-09 00:05:05

El Rey de Matatlan is one of the better known, older, and bigger Mezcal producers. It is family-owned, and now in its third generation. All Mezcal is hand-produced. How do you like Mezcal? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Oaxaca/Day4/#544
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2024-08-08 23:04:05

The Galapagos islands are one of the most beautiful archipelagos on the planet. Here is a detailed guide of our cruise. Have you been there?
#Ecuador #island #cruise #Travel #vacation https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Galapagos/
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2024-08-08 20:10:04

Colorful painted houses, white sand #beaches and #turquoise water and the fact that Curacao lies below the hurricane belt make it an ideal vacation destination.
Here is the best beach with snorkeling and a walking tour of Willemstad:
#beach #travel https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Curacao/
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2024-08-08 15:35:04

Belfast City Hall has many monuments outside, incl. the Titanic monument & Titanic Memorial Garden and Plaques, and excellent Visitor exhibition inside the building. #Titanic #Belfast #NorthernIreland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Northern-Ireland/Day15/#5i15B
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2024-08-08 13:23:20

To go to Kiyomizu Temple in #Kyoto , you need to walk up a busy shopping street. The walk will take 10min if you have extraordinary sales-resistance. In reality, it will take you a lot longer. How long did you need? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Kyoto/
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El Arco is the defining landmark of #CaboSanLucas . The white sand #beaches and almost guaranteed #sunshine make #loscabos a perfect #vacation #destination.
What are your favorite places? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Los-Cabos-Beaches/
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2024-08-08 00:05:07

Watching the shows and parade of the Shibuya Summer Festival in #Tokyo, we were astonished to see normally conservative Japanese people become polar opposites when partying. Needless to say, we truly enjoyed this wonderful experience. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Japan
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2024-08-07 23:04:05

Shopping is big in #Japan . Let us show you multiple good shopping areas in #Kyoto and what to buy there. What are your favorite shopping places in Kyoto? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Kyoto/
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2024-08-07 22:02:04

Established by the Gaels during or before the 7th century, Dublin is the capital and largest city of Ireland. There is so much to see that we provide several self-guided walking tours of Dublin. How do you like it? #Dublin #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day2/#52
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Connemara National Park contains mountains, bogs, heaths, grasslands, and forests. It is notable for its diverse bird life. We liked hiking here. How did you like it? #ConnemaraNationalPark #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day12/#5i121
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2024-08-07 00:05:05

Some of the best #snorkeling in #Aitutaki is found in the channel that starts near the Boat Shed. Do you love snorkeling too? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Aitutaki-Beaches/#boat
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2024-08-06 23:04:05

Takayama is located in the heart of the Japan Alps and used to be a castle town. Today, it is known as a "little Kyoto" for its gridiron street plan and beautiful and well preserved historic wooden buildings.
Here is what you should see: https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Takayama/
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2024-08-06 22:02:04

With Point Venus Beach and Vaiava Beach, #Tahiti has some beautiful #beaches with good #swimming and #snorkeling. But there are lots of other good beaches incl. several for #surfing https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Tahiti-Beaches/
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2024-08-06 20:10:05

Nijo Castle in #Kyoto was built in 1603. It is surrounded by two moats and consists of Ninomaru Palace, Honmaru Palace, and two gardens. Read our review to understand what to see at this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Have you been there? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Kyoto/
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2024-08-06 16:30:04

New Zealand's Charleston #GlowWorm #Cave #Rafting #Adventure is a combination of #spelunking , floating on an inner tube inside a cave with millions of glowworms and river rafting. How did you like it? #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Hokitika/#charleston
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2024-08-06 15:35:04

Kilkenny Castle is the main attraction in Kilkenny (Ireland), but the town itself is very nice too. We provide information for a self-guided walking tour of Kilkenny. Let us know how you liked it. #Kilkenny #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day5/#555
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Derry in Northern Ireland was the epicenter of the Troubles. Our self-guided murals tour of Bogside tells a story of The Troubles through the murals in Derry and the meaning behind them. #Troubles #Derry #NorthernIreland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Northern-Ireland/Day13/#5i134
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@npub1p0l…wk64 good to know they are open again. So, I will save them for our next trip