Backpack and Snorkel

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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.
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2024-11-09 07:00:05

North Park is a park of superlatives: In Allegheny County, It is the largest county park and has the largest man-made lake and is one of the largest swimming pools in the US which fits 5,000 people. It also has a Fountain of Youth. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/North-Park/
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2024-10-23 00:05:05

Located in a previous mattress warehouse in Pittsburgh's North Side, Mattress Factory Museum is a contemporary art museum and experimental lab. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Museums/#Mattress-Factory
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2024-10-20 03:40:30

The main attraction of Round Hill Park outside Pittsburgh is the modern working demonstration farm. There are pigs, horses, sheep, goats, rabbits, chicken and so on that you and your kids can visit and interact with. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Round-Hill/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tweepsmap-BaS
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2024-10-20 00:05:04

D�n Aonghasa, the cliff fort, is a top attraction in Inis M�r. It is a semi-circular fort that has walls around the land-facing side and steep vertical cliffs that go down 330 ft to the ocean. #AranIslands #InisMor #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day11/#5i113
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2024-10-01 13:23:06

Close to the Auckland Airport and close to stores and restaurants, the New Zealand Auckland Airport Hotel helps you recover from a long flight. We liked this #hotel . Where do you stay in #Auckland ? #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Auckland/#hotel
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2024-09-16 23:01:21

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@npub1rlx…802p Queenstown has changed quite a bit since 2001. It may all look different these days.

2024-09-16 22:15:58

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@npub1rlx…802p Ferg Baker opened in 2011, so I think it was somewhere else

2024-09-15 20:10:08

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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2024-09-14 14:41:04

The #Museum of Islamic #Art is one of the top attractions in #Doha in #Qatar . It houses #books, ceramics, glassware, #jewelry, metal work, textiles, and woodwork from three continents dating from the 7th - 20th century on three floors. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Qatar/Day2/#521
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2024-09-12 15:35:05

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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2024-09-12 13:23:05

Hildene, also called the Lincoln Family Home, is the former summer home of Robert Todd Lincoln and his wife Mary Harlan Lincoln. The mansion overlooks the Battenkill Valley in Vermont and the beautiful formal garden. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Vermont/Manchester/#Hildene
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2024-09-12 11:55:04

#Muri Beach is the most popular #beach in #Rarotonga. The #lagoon here is not very deep and you can swim and snorkel here or just enjoy being in #paradise. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Rarotonga-Beaches/#muri
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2024-09-12 01:03:07

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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2024-09-12 00:05:08

Belfast is a street art Mecca with many beautiful and artistic murals. But you need to know where to find them. Our Belfast self-guided tour shows you where they are. #Murals #Belfast #NorthernIreland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Northern-Ireland/Day15/#5i151
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2024-09-11 22:02:07

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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2024-09-11 16:30:04

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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2024-09-11 15:35:04

#Peru has a lot more to offer than #MachuPicchu. It has tons of incredible historical sites like Salinas de Maras, Moray and Ollantaytambo and spectacular natural beauty. Check out the best things to see on our blog.
#travel #travelblog #BUCKETLIST https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Peru/
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2024-09-11 13:23:04

The Spirit of Ethan Allen III is Vermont's largest cruise ship. It offers scenic cruises starting of Lake Champlain. We loved the cruise. How did you like it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Vermont/Burlington/#Lake-Champlain-Cruise
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2024-09-10 00:05:14

#Hokitika (population <3,000 people) in New Zealand is a good jump-off point to explore the many attractions of Paparoa National Park. The town has lots of restaurants, including many with international cuisine. Did you stay here? #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Hokitika/#explore
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2024-09-09 22:02:05

Founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I and modelled after the universities of Oxford and Cambridge, Trinity College is Ireland's oldest university. You can visit the campus grounds and it is worth it! #Dublin #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day4/#541
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2024-09-09 14:41:04

Boyce Park outside Pittsburgh was established in 1963. It has good hiking and the only ski lodge, ski lifts and downhill skiing in Allegheny County. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Pittsburgh/Boyce-Park/
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2024-09-09 11:55:04

Tortola is the largest of the British Virgin Islands. We went there on a cruise and spent the day at Brewers Bay. What do you do on Tortola? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Tortola/
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2024-09-09 01:03:05

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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2024-09-08 22:02:05

Oakledge Park was built in the 1970s on a site that was used as a farm, private residence, resort and shipyard. Avoid the crowds in downtown on July 3(!) and come here for a front row seat of the Burlington fireworks. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/USA/Vermont/Shelburne/#Oakledge-Park
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2024-09-08 18:35:26

What makes Victoria Square in Belfast special is a huge glass dome, which covers a public courtyard with central access to an elevator and escalators to all floors. #Belfast #VictoriaSquare #NorthernIreland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Northern-Ireland/Day15/#5i15J
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2024-09-08 17:41:05

There is no doubt about it, Grand Turk's main attractions are its fantastic white sand beaches! If you have some time to spare, go see the lighthouse and explore Cockburn's historic old town. What did you do in Grand Turk? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Grand-Turk/
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2024-09-06 13:23:04

#Souq #Waqif is one of the main attractions of #Doha in #Qatar. It is a traditional marketplace, where you can buy traditional textiles and clothing, spices, handicrafts, souvenirs, pets and falcons and accessories for hunting. https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Qatar/Day2/#souqwaqif
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2024-09-06 11:55:04

Did you know Antigua has 365 beaches? You could vacation here for a year and visit one beach per day or maybe one week or just for 1 day. Check out my blog to see the best things to see and do:
#Travel #cruise #beach #BUCKETLIST #TravelBlog https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Antigua/
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2024-09-06 01:03:05

Derry is the only town with a completely intact city wall in Ireland and Northern Ireland. We provide a self-guided tour of Derry and a murals tour in Bogside that tells the story of The Troubles . #Derry #NorthernIreland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Northern-Ireland/Day13/#5i133
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2024-08-31 00:38:12

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@npub1ghl…w2jy and I can totally understand that. The castle is fantastic!
You definitely chose an excellent location for your ISO meeting (working group/technical committee?).

2024-08-30 15:35:07

The first structures of Dublin Castle were built in 1204. A fired destryed most of it in 1684 and it was then transformed into a Georgian palace that you can visit. It is a must-see in Dublin. How did you like it? #Dublin #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day2/#525
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2024-08-20 01:03:04

#Hokitika Beach in New Zealand is a dark grey sand beach to which locals and visitors flock to for great sunset views. Every January, the town holds the Driftwood and Sand Festival here. #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Hokitika/#explore
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2024-08-20 00:05:05

Ireland is known for stunning scenery like green rolling hills and rugged seaside cliffs, including the Cliffs of Moher. It has a rich history of nearly 10,000 years, and 30,000 castles. We loved it and our Travel Guide shows it. #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/
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2024-08-19 23:04:05

#Moorea is one of the most popular #islands in French #Polynesia for good reason. It has beautiful white sand #beaches with #turquoise water, good #swimming and #snorkeling and there is a lot to see and do in Moorea. How did you like it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Moorea/
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2024-08-19 22:02:05

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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2024-08-19 20:10:07

#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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2024-08-19 16:30:05

The National #Museum of #Qatar in #Doha celebrates the culture, heritage, and future of Qatar. It is housed in a beautiful building that was inspired by the looks of a desert rose #crystal , which can be found in Qatar. How did you like it? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Qatar/Day3/#531
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2024-08-19 15:35:05

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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2024-08-19 14:41:04

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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2024-08-19 13:23:05

Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa in the Maldives has excellent snorkeling, fantastic overwater bungalows, beautiful beaches and lots to do. We loved it! Do you have a favorite resort in the Maldives? #Maldives #snorkeling #beaches https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Centara/
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2024-08-19 11:55:05

#Whakarewarewa Village is an authentic living #Maori village. On a guided tour they will serve a third corn cob heated by volcanic water and steam. The tour is very interesting and it comes with a cultural show. #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Rotorua/#village
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2024-08-19 01:03:05

Bay of Islands is a major tourist destination in New Zealand. Boat tours go to Roberton Island where you can hike to a vista point for stunning views. There is even some snorkeling at Urupukapuka Island. How did you like it? #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Paihia/#tour
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2024-08-19 00:05:06

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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2024-08-18 23:04:05

The Lord of the Rings trilogy and the Hobbit books have catapulted Hobbiton to one of the absolute must-see attractions in New Zealand. And rightfully so - we absolutely loved it. Have you been to Hobbiton? #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Rotorua/#hobbiton
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2024-08-18 22:02:07

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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2024-08-18 20:10:09

The small town of #Glenorchy is about 28.5 miles (46 km) north of #Queenstown in New Zealand. The scenery in Glenorhcy is absolutely gorgeous and the Glenorchy Walkway adds to it by adding a scenic laggon. How did you like it? #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Queenstown/#glenorchy
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2024-08-18 16:30:04

St. Lucia's main tourist attractions are the Pitons, a drive-in volcano, Sulphur Springs, Botanical Gardens, Pigeon Island National Park, rain forests, and boat trips to several islands. What did you see there? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/St-Lucia/
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2024-08-18 15:35:07

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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2024-08-18 14:41:04

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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2024-08-18 13:23:04

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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2024-08-18 11:55:05

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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2024-08-18 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 15:35:04

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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2024-08-17 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 11:55:06

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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2024-08-17 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 22:02:05

Burren National Park protects a small part of the karst landscape of the Burren, incl. mountains, bogs, heaths, grasslands, and forests. We liked hiking here = how did you like it? #BurrenNationalPark #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day8/#583
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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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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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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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#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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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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2024-08-15 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 14:41:08

Northern Ireland is known for stunning landscapes (Giant�s Causeway), instagrammable sites (Dark Hedges from Game of Thrones), and a rich history with many castles.We show you the ebst things to see in #NorthernIreland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Northern-Ireland/
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2024-08-15 13:23:05

The first structures of Dublin Castle were built in 1204. A fired destryed most of it in 1684 and it was then transformed into a Georgian palace that you can visit. It is a must-see in Dublin. How did you like it? #Dublin #Ireland https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Ireland/Day2/#525
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@npub13mu…x484 Heinz History Center is not a trolley museum. They just happen to have one.

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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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#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 01:03:04

#CaboSanLucas white sand #beaches , its famous arch and almost guaranteed #sunshine make it a perfect #vacation #destination.
Check out my #travel blog for the best things to see and do in #loscabos .
What are your favorite places? https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Los-Cabos-Beaches/
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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 23:04:05

#Wanaka #Lavender Farm has the iconic purple door right in their lavender fields. The door and the abundance of purple blooming lavender (from December through February) make it a top instagrammable spot in New Zealand. #NewZealand https://backpackandsnorkel.com/Wanaka/#farm
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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

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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#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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