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Though politically/economically still a mess, these days Zim's calm and holding its own touristically, with soft adventure, a wealth of wildlife, and impressive sites like the Great Zimbabwe ruins…

This safe and (relatively) enlightened Persian Gulf sultanate is an under-the-radar travel gem, from the walled city, souk and museums of capital Muscat to eco/adventure along the coast and out in its desert and…

Despite its repressive régime, tourists are welcome and for the most part well treated in this ancient country with its impressive historic monuments and tasty cuisine. Plenty of raw material for an…

Once part of the Soviet Union, this moderately Muslim country in the Caucasus & on the Caspian Sea is still under the radar but has plenty to offer touristically, including steppes, mountains, UNESCO World Heritage sites, spas & health…

Nothing to do with Borat, Central Asia's largest country (and the world's 9th largest) has some historic sites and dynamic cities like Almaty and Astana but touristically is stronger in the eco…

Considerable parts of this fascinating country - its ancient Mesopotamia a cradle of civilization - are again mostly safe for visitors, such as the Erbil and the Kurdish area up…

The western third of Hispaniola island has turbulent and tragic history, including the disastrous situation it finds itself in today. But Haiti still has much to offer visitors,…

A great destination for lovers of Americana (particularly Appalachian), nature (especially caves galore), horses (in Lexington and Lousiville, home of the Kentucky Derby), and bourbon (visit Jim Beam, hic!).

Natural beauty, beaches, folklore, historic sites -- the southernmost of the Baltics has it all (not to mention one of the world's great basketball teams!). 

The middle one of the three Baltic republics, it's got a historic but swinging capital, Riga, along with lots more history, beaches, and nature than a country this small should rightfully have.

Though underdeveloped and wracked by violence in some areas, this West African country offers the adventurous some extraordinary off-the-beaten-track experiences - cultural, eco, and of course the haunting,…

Though out in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Africa, this French-, English-, and French Creole-speaking tropical island has been moving up the vacation radar thanks to splendid diving & beaches, Hindu…

Ruggedly beautiful, full of history, with lovely wine country, skiing, beaches, and enthusiastically pro-Western, this country in the Caucasus is at once exotic and familiar -- and can offer some good deals, to boot.

Its civil war long over but its legacy still apparent, this Portuguese-speaking country in southwest Africa has a fledgling tourism industry heavy on ecootourism and beaches; capital Luanda,…

Why Paraguay? Isolated for 35 years in the 20th century under a right-wing dictatorship, one of South America's least-known lands is a safe, low-key, developing democracy wedged…

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Better known as a football (soccer) force than tourist destination, this peaceful central African land has been referred to as "Africa in miniature," especially offering some stunning eco, including superb game…

A boating, diving, and all-round tropical paradise, the 32 islands of the unspoiled SVG chain include Bequia (the main tourism magnet), Canouan,…

Diminutive, yes, but packed with action both outdoorsy/active & cultural/sophisticated.

Few Caribbean islands have a more vibe chic than this member of the French Antilles, St. Barthélmy—and few are as pricey. But here we explore its more…

South America's only Dutch-speaking country (English is also common) is a low-key, multicultural eco-wonder with virgin rainforests and a small but growing tourist industry, including some swell…

For and about everyone who flies for a living -- in cabin or cockpit -- to share experiences, issues, and advice. Please stand by for all call and cross-check...

Tiny and flat, the smallest of the Caribbean's Netherlands Antilles boasts bodacious beaches, friendly people, and a laid-back vibe; it's most famous for its spectacular dive spots. Lots of vaycay digs to choose…

Once known mostly for war, and more recently for gang violence and even more recently for its increasingly authoritaran government's all-in bet on Bitcoin and crackdowns, Central America's smallest country has also…