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Welcome to David Schaub's
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Recent Travels
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rate some travel destinations around the world
The most incredible places that I have ever visited (in no particular order):
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The Grand Canyon, USA. Other canyons may be deeper, less crowded, or have bigger rivers, but there is none more awe-inspiring that the Grand Canyon. The striking rock formations, endless nooks and crannies, and unbelievable sunsets make this one of the most spectacular vistas on the earth. If there is one place every American should see sometime in his or her lifetime, this is it. Watch your step! (Photo courtesy of your NPS) |
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Denali National Park, USA. No matter how many mountains you have seen, none can prepare you for your first sight of Mt. McKinley. Given that its base is almost at sea level, this is one of the biggest mountains in the world. Grizzlies, caribou, Dall sheep, and moose are so abundant that you hardly have time to look at the scenery. Be careful not to get eaten. (Photo courtesy of your NPS) |
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Tasmania, Australia. "Lost world" are words that come to mind as you travel through Tassie. Much of the island has dense forest that looks like it came right out of the Mesozoic Era -- it must contain a dinosaur or two. Driving at night confirms the mysterious aura of the place, with an endless stream of marsupial cats, Tasmanian devils, wallabies, echidnas, and possums running through the headlights. What'smore, Australians are great blokes! |
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Lake Atitlan, Guatemala. This place ranks #1 in my list of heavenly places that I have had the pleasure of seeing. Like an idyllic painting, jungle-covered volcanoes rise out of the lake, which in turn fills a giant caldera. In the distance smoke drifts out of active volcanoes. God was definitely "in the zone" when he designed this piece of real estate. Sure, Panajachel, on the shore of the lake, is a bit of a dusty, hippiesh dump, but the prices are right and the food is good. |
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Cangussu, Brazil. This is basically a none-existent town on the banks of the Rio Araguaia in a remote region of central Brazil. By far, it is the most difficult place to get to in this list, but it is well worth it. The tropical forest is not so impressive as farther north in Amazonia, but the abundant wildlife make you feel like you're in a Wild Kingdom episode. Spend a few minutes on the shore of the river and you'll probably see something eat something else. If not, lower a dead fish into the water and the piranhas will turn it into a skeleton in 45 seconds. Seeing all the crocodiles during a boat trip at night makes you question the logic of taking along life preservers. |
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Karnak Temple in Luxor, Egypt. OK, I'm convinced -- aliens must have helped with the heavy lifting on this one. The only other plausible explanation is magic: pick one. To do it right, take in the spine-tingling night tour first, then go back during the day. You will definitely feel like you've stepped into the ruins of an alien civilization. And what's up with all the dudes with the heads of jackels and birds? Need more proof? |
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St. Petersburg, Russia. Who'da thunk that the Russians could have created one of the most enchanting tourist destinations in the world? SP is the only city to earn a place in my list of "most incredible places" with good reason. Petersburg is richer in history than most cities that are far older. The Hermitage Museum and Petergof are just the tip of the iceberg of magnificent things to see. As Russians go, the people are quite friendly and laid-back. Were it not for the lousy climate, I would live there in a heartbeat. Try to visit Petersburg during their one week of summer. |