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Derek Freal

Strange & Offbeat Orlando Theme Parks & Attractions

When people think of Orlando, Florida, the first thing that comes to mind is Walt Disney World and all the ...
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Colorful Yunnan: What to do in Kunming & Yunnan, China

Colorful Yunnan. The signs are everywhere, from the airplane seats to the tour buses…sometimes misspelled 😉 We spent two weeks ...
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3 Epic Hiking Destinations in Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia is filled with gorgeous landscape waiting to be explored. Countries like Indonesia and Malaysia are rich in natural ...
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2019 Is The Year For Cruising: Explore Kotor Bay, Dubrovnik, and Budapest

Cruising is the perfect way to see many places in a considerably short amount of time. You can literally go ...
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Hel in Photos: Exploring Helsinki, Finland During Winter

Spend a few days exploring Helsinki and you’ll discover that the Finnish capital city is comprised of a beautiful yet ...
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Trekking Annapurna Conservation Area Guide: What (Not) To Do

My first experience in Nepal was filled with earthquakes and relief work, so it was not until my third trip ...
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Phoenix Street Art Photo Gallery

Phoenix is a beautiful city and every year more and more color street art murals can be found all over ...
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Off The Beaten Path Adventures in Ruidoso, New Mexico

Breathtaking natural beauty and captivating sunsets. Iconic landscapes and rich Native American history. Countless outdoor activities and adventures year-round, whether ...
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Babi Hutan (Sinalau Bakas) A Sabah Delicacy

Best. Food. Ever. After the last episode of Derek Eats That! featuring the worst food ever — cockroach — it ...
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The Psychedelic Painting Priest Of Pushkar

After visiting countless Hindu temples across the globe now I truly have a deeper grasp….of the phrase “same same but ...
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Mabul Island, Kapalai + Other Great Semporna Scuba Diving Spots (Besides Sipadan)

In Semporna scuba diving is the #1 pastime. There are dozens of nearby islands to dive and snorkel and hike. ...
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Traditional Alcoholic Beverages To Try While Traveling

Do you love an ice cold bottle of beer or a glass of wine? No, I’m not going to tell ...
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