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11 Things You Can’t Miss When Visiting Anguilla

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Anguilla may be a small Caribbean island but don’t let its size fool you. Anguilla is roughly 15 miles long and 3 miles wide but boasts 33  beaches in Anguilla. There are a ton of things to do in Anguilla and it’s the perfect place for a Caribbean vacation. Anguilla is one of the least populated islands in the Caribbean with only 13,000 residents. Try and do as many of our suggested things to do in Anguilla and you’re guaranteed to have an unforgettable time. Things to do in Anguilla 1. Explore the 33 Beaches of Anguilla You’ll have your pick of 33 beaches in Anguilla. Many of the beaches we visited, we were the only ones there and even the most popular beaches like Shoal Bay East feel empty. The best way to explore the beaches is by car plan on renting a car in Anguilla. We’ve done our fair share of Caribbean island hopping and Anguilla’s beaches are top-notch. 2. Try the Anguilla Crayfish Anguilla Crayfish are nothing like the crayfish you’d see in New Orleans. First off, the

Is Cochem Castle Worth Visiting? Rick Steves was Wrong!

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Perched high on the hill over the Moselle River in the picturesque town of Cochem is the beautiful Reichsburg Cochem Castle. Over 100 meters (300ft) above the river surrounded by sloping vineyards the castle is among one of the most picture-perfect of all the castles in Germany. To accompany the beautiful surroundings, the castle has an interesting past and vibrant story dating back nearly 1,000 years. We visited in the late fall and were blown away by the beauty of the area and the castle. In late October the hills flanking both sides of the river were covered in grapevines that had turned bright yellow as they prepared for winter. While Cochem Castle wasn’t at the very top of our must-visit castles in Germany list nor is on Germany’s Romantic Road, it quickly became one of our favorites. Please note you may also see it referred to as Burg Cochem. Here’s everything you need to know when planning a visit to Cochem Castle in Germany. *When looking for the best price and biggest se

EPIC Backpacking Belize Travel Guide • 2020 Edition

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JUMP TO : Belize Travel Itineraries | Places to Visit | Where to Stay | Travel Tips | Cost of Travel Interested? PIN NOW, read later! Sunshine, blasting Bob Marley and smiles greeting you from every corner – that’s what you can expect when backpacking Belize. Still, it’s not on everyone’s “dream destination list”. We’re here to change that! Belize is a place full of super friendly people, stunning islands, dense jungle, and impressive Mayan ruins. Located on the Central American East Coast, it’s a paradise for snorkelling and scuba diving. From white beaches to stunning reefs, Belize has it all! However, Backpacking Belize sometimes has the reputation of being an expensive endeavour. Whilst that can be true at times, it is possible to visit this amazing state on a budget. You just need to know how… To help you plan your next adventure, we’ve created this Backpacking Belize Travel Guide , filled with insider tips, itineraries, epic things to do and so much more.  Let’s get right