195 Countries To Visit Before I Die ... Maybe?
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i got suspended for posting my website here so cant do it. Maybe it was a temporary problem - in any case its angietravels dot com. That inca trail is gruelling in the extreme and I was hindered by cold, wet and a very unhappy pubescent boy. The second day is all uphill and finishes at over 4000 meters. You would think you would be grateful then for the downhill but the steps are all uneven and it plays havoc with your knees. Having said that its a great feeling to do it and well worth the amazing views of machu picchu when you arrive at 5 in a the morning. I live in Tel Aviv and it would be great to meet someone who has been to loads of places and loves to travel.China and Korea are great but the Best place in the world is Japan.
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I guess my lousy nine states and four provinces doesn't count for North America? Do I get an exemption for being Australian? Or for scheduling another nine states for next year?
How many of you have been here? Just interested, because Australia seems to me to be a case of "great place to live, but more a home than a destination". Probably everyone thinks the same of their own country?
Bit puzzled by "finish out"? Does that mean you have seen EVERYTHING in that country? ;-)
How many of you have been here? Just interested, because Australia seems to me to be a case of "great place to live, but more a home than a destination". Probably everyone thinks the same of their own country?
Bit puzzled by "finish out"? Does that mean you have seen EVERYTHING in that country? ;-)
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madgicsh,
Of course, you get an exemption, mate! Visited Australia a few years back and loved it.
For my way of thinking, with 9 states under your belt, you can check The United States of America of the 195 list
I have visited all 50 states and especially enjoy the National Parks. A bargain that most Americans and others seem to have very little interest in visiting.
"Finish Out" that's Bahamian/American for complete ... Kinda like "Fosters" is Australian for beer!
Safe Travels
Of course, you get an exemption, mate! Visited Australia a few years back and loved it.
For my way of thinking, with 9 states under your belt, you can check The United States of America of the 195 list
I have visited all 50 states and especially enjoy the National Parks. A bargain that most Americans and others seem to have very little interest in visiting.
"Finish Out" that's Bahamian/American for complete ... Kinda like "Fosters" is Australian for beer!
Safe Travels
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Madgicsh,
I too have visited your lovely country...New South Wales & Victoria. Do hope to get back to see the outback & to dive the GBR.
And I agree with DMBTraveler..of course you get exemption. I know people in my town that haven't visited 9 states! Sad but true!
I too have visited your lovely country...New South Wales & Victoria. Do hope to get back to see the outback & to dive the GBR.
And I agree with DMBTraveler..of course you get exemption. I know people in my town that haven't visited 9 states! Sad but true!
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DMBTraveler,
Yes, we did safari look at my trip report for Independent Traveler on my website http://Ofmyheart or at independenttraveler.com.
We have asked Lion World Travel to put together a budget trip to Tanzania for spring of "12. Maybe we can go together!!!
Yes, we did safari look at my trip report for Independent Traveler on my website http://Ofmyheart or at independenttraveler.com.
We have asked Lion World Travel to put together a budget trip to Tanzania for spring of "12. Maybe we can go together!!!
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toursmekong,
Don't wait for someday, in my experience those that "wait" to travel never get the chance. There is never a perfect time..as the saying goes "Just Do It!"
Haven't got all 195 but still plugging toward that goal.
See some of our adventures at http://Ofmyheart.net
Don't wait for someday, in my experience those that "wait" to travel never get the chance. There is never a perfect time..as the saying goes "Just Do It!"
Haven't got all 195 but still plugging toward that goal.
See some of our adventures at http://Ofmyheart.net
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toursmekong,
The most expensive part of traveling is getting there but if you are flexible good deals can be found that won't cost you tons of cash.
I typically backpack and stay in hostels that tend to be very inexpensive. For example, in La Paz, two nights accommodation about 4 beers and a meal cost me just $26.00.
This type of travel is not for everyone but it is one way to see the world without spending a lot of cash
The most expensive part of traveling is getting there but if you are flexible good deals can be found that won't cost you tons of cash.
I typically backpack and stay in hostels that tend to be very inexpensive. For example, in La Paz, two nights accommodation about 4 beers and a meal cost me just $26.00.
This type of travel is not for everyone but it is one way to see the world without spending a lot of cash
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DMBTraveler,
I haven't heard back from Lion World in regards to Tanzania in spring 2012. As for SA at $2700 I have been watching that along with one for $2300 and one from Smartours for $1900. The Smartours only has 2 game drives and does not stay in the park so I am not sure I want that.
Basically I am still watching and waiting...maybe I learned something from the cheetahs!
I haven't heard back from Lion World in regards to Tanzania in spring 2012. As for SA at $2700 I have been watching that along with one for $2300 and one from Smartours for $1900. The Smartours only has 2 game drives and does not stay in the park so I am not sure I want that.
Basically I am still watching and waiting...maybe I learned something from the cheetahs!
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harrisonJ,
Just do it! I doubt I will get to all 195 (Now 196) but I will die trying
To visit some of them might be more affordable than you think. Also, combing more than one country on a particular trip could be possible for many situations.
I am on an Africa trip and so far I have visited South Africa,Zambia,Botswana and Zimbabwe. With two weeks left in Africa, side trips to Swaziland and Mozambique are also possible!
Just do it! I doubt I will get to all 195 (Now 196) but I will die trying
To visit some of them might be more affordable than you think. Also, combing more than one country on a particular trip could be possible for many situations.
I am on an Africa trip and so far I have visited South Africa,Zambia,Botswana and Zimbabwe. With two weeks left in Africa, side trips to Swaziland and Mozambique are also possible!
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My husband is from Argentina. I have been there twice, I can personally tell you that it is a beautiful place to visit. I was reading about your plans for a TV show about traveling in Mexico & Central America. I served in Panama in the Army, and can tell you it has alot to offer Travelers. If you need someone to travel and gather information for your new TV Show, we would be more than happy to work for you doing this since we both enjoy traveling and have no one at home to hold us back. We are in our fifties and early sixties.
Sincerely, Rose
Sincerely, Rose
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njohn12,
I think I was born with the gift to travel
The book "1000 Places To See Before I Die" was a Christmas gift and I think you can easily find it online
You can follow my stories here or "Google".. DMBTraveler195. Hope you share your travel stories too.
I think I was born with the gift to travel
The book "1000 Places To See Before I Die" was a Christmas gift and I think you can easily find it online
You can follow my stories here or "Google".. DMBTraveler195. Hope you share your travel stories too.