Roughly the size of California, Morocco falls in the middle of a list of African countries ranked by size. It packs a remarkable amount of diversity into its borders, much of it due to its history. The land was once part of ancient Carthage, and later became the westernmost province of the Roman Empire. It has been sacked by the Portuguese and Moorish Spain, and, until 1956, was a French protectorate.
There are plenty of ways to go. Author and novelist Bruce Chatwin famously spent six months hiking and thumbing his way southbound from Lima, Peru. The British explorer and writer Lady Florence Dixiesrated in Ushuaia (Before it was known as Ushuaia) and headed northeast.
The morning was bright and sunny when we awoke in Boden, Sweden, even if it was below freezing. The previous evening we had arrived at the town’s tiny train station and hauled our bags to the Quality Bøden Hotel for the night. This morning our plan was to return through the town’s quiet streets to board our 11:51 train to Haparanda
Traveling is more than just visiting new places; it’s about immersing yourself in experiences that stay with you for a lifetime. Every traveler has a personal bucket list of dream destinations, and for many, those lists include places filled with breathtaking landscapes, fascinating cultures, and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re looking to trek through lush rainforests, explore ancient cities, or relax on pristine beaches, Vagabond Adventure offers the perfect opportunities to turn your travel dreams into reality.
Adventure begins where comfort ends. It starts the moment familiar routines are left behind and the unknown takes over. For many travelers, the true value of a journey is not measured by distance covered or landmarks visited, but by the personal shifts that happen along the way. Moments of uncertainty, cultural discovery, and self-reliance transform simple trips into powerful life experiences. These are the stories that linger long after the journey ends.
45 years later, Close Encounters of the Third Kind still entertains and thrills audiences. It’s a sci-fi classic with an epic, landmark location that audiences never forget. Steven Spielberg’s choice of Devils Tower for the finale of Close Encounters of the Third Kind remains one of modern cinema’s biggest, mind-blowing final reel moments.
Travel has evolved far beyond sightseeing and quick photo stops. Modern explorers are searching for journeys that feel meaningful—experiences that offer connection, challenge, and discovery rather than surface-level impressions.
Every great journey begins with a spark — a desire to step out of the familiar and experience the unknown. From scaling mountains to exploring remote villages, adventure travel transforms the way we see the world. It’s not just about adrenaline or photographs; it’s about collecting moments that shape character and deepen understanding.
Took a guided walking tour of Dharavi, a neighborhood of 1 million hard working inhabitants. Saw a laundry operation and many recycling businesses who process recycling from around the world. Check out a bonus video from our tour below. Went to New Delhi and toured Humayun a World Heritage Site, Isa Khan’s Tomb and so much more.
Natural wonders arrest us. Few experiences rival standing toe-to-toe with majestic canyons, vast ice flows, or banded deserts that remind us just how remarkable this planet is. Natural wonders predate humanity and resist human efforts to tame them, leaving their mark on every generation.
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Before making it to Marrakesh, Ismail insisted we visit a tiny town off the beaten path at the base of the Todra Gorge. We parked the car along the road where it bends at a right angle because an immovable wall of basalt makes it impossible to do anything else. Ismail was leading us enthusiastically toward the wall when I noticed some climbers hanging like bats, methodically working their way to the sky. Several scores of local people were wandering the road and I wondered why.
