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Backpack and Snorkel

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We #travel the #world and show you the best places to see. We seek out #whitesand #beaches , #turquoisewater , and we #hike #mountains and #explore big and small #cities #worldwide. Let us #inspire you to make memorable moments on #relaxing #vacations .

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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 6m
Are you interested in how people lived in historic times in #Japan , then you should visit Hida Folk Village, the main attraction in Takayama. You can explore the area and go into the houses. Here is more information: backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 3h
Bai Dinh Pagoda in Ninh Binh, #Vietnam ,is a massive complex & home to the longest Arhat corridor (500 statues!) & giant bronze Buddhas located near dramatic karst mountains. #BaiDinhPagoda #NinhBinh #Travel #VietnamTravel backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 4h
Dive into the delicious chaos of Hoi An Central Market! Find the freshest produce, get an �o D�i tailored in a day, and feast on $1 street food like Cao L?u. #HoiAn #VietnamFood #TravelMarket #Vietnam #StreetFood backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 5h
Geometric perfection! This beautiful stepwell near Amber Fort is a must-see for photographers. Our guide gives you the history, location, and tips for capturing its symmetry. #Stepwell #JaipurGems #Architecture #Jaipur #India backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 6h
#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. backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 8h
When the full moon rises, thousands of colorful silk #lanterns illuminate the ancient town of Hoi An #Vietnam & the river glows with floating flower lanterns. A must-see cultural spectacle! #HoiAn #LanternFestival #FullMoon #Travel backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 19h
Bora Bora has a 20 mile (31 km) long road that circles this beautiful #island . A drive around #BoraBora provides fantastic #views and a good #experience . backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 20h
Explore the #Malecon in La Paz, #Mexico with us and learn about the captivating stories behind the many beautiful #Monuments . How did you like the malecon in La Paz, Mexico? #LaPaz backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 21h
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 backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 22h
Join a guided tour to Espiritu Santo Island near La Paz, #Mexico and #snorkel with #sealions , explore deserted #beaches , see blue footed boobies and the occasional goat. How did you like it? #EspirituSanto #LaPaz backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
The #Corniche is a 4.3-mile (7 km) waterfront #promenade along Doha Bay in #Doha in #Qatar . From here you can marvel at Doha�s beautiful #skyline , the many #Dhows that are moored here, and public #art installations. #Dhow backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Mahabouddha #Temple , often referred to as the �#Temple of a Thousand Buddhas�, is a Buddhist #Temple that is absolutely worth a visit when you are in #Patan in #Kathmandu , #Nepal . How did you like it? backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
The Okavango Delta is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa. Every year it transforms from a dry barren landscape to a fertile water covered delta in the middle of the desert. #Botswana #travel #BUCKETLIST backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
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 backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
#Ecuador is a beautiful country. We explored Quito and the surrounding areas like Otavalo, Laguna de Cuicocha, the Quitsato Sundial which lies directly on the equator and the Galapagos islands. How did you like it? backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
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 backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Unlike its more bustling neighbor #LosCabos, La Paz #Mexico maintains its distinctly authentic Mexican charm. #LaPaz is known for beautiful #beaches , its #Malecon , #Mexicanfood, #serenity, and friendly locals. Have you been here? backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Are you planning to see the World's Best #Snow And Ice #Festival in Harbin, #China? I tell you how to survive the brutal cold and enjoy the amazing snow and ice sculptures...especially at night when everything is beautifully illuminated. backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
The Heinz History Center is Pennsylvania's largest history museum. On six floors, its exhibitions feature more than 40,000 artifacts of the history of Western Pennsylvania. Have you been there? backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Explore a high-tech garden city where futuristic architecture meets deep-rooted heritage across the island of Singapore. #SingaporeTravel #VisitSingapore backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Experience the incredible chaos and color of the #CaiRang and #PhongDien Floating Markets near #CanTho #Vietnam. See boats piled with produce & grab breakfast on the water. A vital piece of #Vietnam's river life! Explore our guide! backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
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? backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
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? backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Giant's Causeway is one of Northern Ireland's biggest attractions with its 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, from a volcanic fissure eruption 50-60 mio years ago. Have you been there? #GiantsCauseway #NorthernIreland backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
White sand, turquoise water, and fire shows. Experience the vibrant soul of Long Beach on Perhentian Kecil. #LongBeach #Malaysia backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
The Waterford Museums (Ireland) offer an Epic Walking Tour of the Viking Triangle. Officially, it takes 45 min, but since we were the only guests and asked many questions, our tour took a bit over 1h. Fantastic! #Waterford #Ireland backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
South Korea is a country whose language I don't understand and in which I can't even say "hello". Well, that actually was a lot of fun. Read my story: #northkorea #southkorea #gyeongjiu #busan #temple #travel #beach #traveltribe backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Our #hotel in #Tokyo: <$100 per night, near the subway and fish market and close to Ginza. The entrance to our room was only 6ft tall and breakfast was small, but large bedroom. Where do you usually stay? backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Oku Bahal Rudra Varna Mahavihar #Temple was likely built in the 6th century in #Patan in #Kathmandu , #Nepal , the #Temple was significantly enlarged and improved multiple times. We loved it. backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Pennsylvania has the longest and most varied fall foliage season in the world. Our Pittsburgh Fall Foliage Guide shows you the best places to view spectacular fall colors in the Pittsburgh area. #foliage #fallfoliage #fallcolors backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
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 backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
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 backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
#Tahiti shows its volcanic origins by having mostly black sand #beaches , a few whitish beaches and a rugged interior. There is good #snorkeling, #swimming, #hiking and hundreds of #waterfalls after a rainy day. What did you like most about Tahiti? backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
We loved out #Moorea #island #tour by #boat . Our guide was #singing , showed us to open #coconuts and brought us to fantastic #swim and #snorkel spots with #stingrays and #sharks among #colorful #corals and #fish . backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
The Ring of Kerry is a popular day trip in Ireland. We provide you with some of the highlights that you can easily see in a day. How did you like it? #RingofKerry #Ireland backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Climb the 500 steps to the top of Hang Mua (Mua Cave) in Ninh Binh #Vietnam for the ultimate panoramic view of Tam Coc's winding river & rice fields & Karst Mountains. #HangMua #MuaCave #NinhBinh #Viewpoint backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Kaathe Swayambhu Shree Gha Chaitya #Stupa was built in the 17th century, during the reign of King Pratap Malla. It is one of #Kathmandu �s most captivating, and historically rich Buddhist monuments. backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
#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. backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
The Galapagos islands are one of the most beautiful archipelagos on the planet. Here is a detailed guide of our cruise. Have you been there? #Ecuador #island #cruise #Travel #vacation backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Spend your evenings at Hoa Lu Old Town in Ninh Binh #Vietnam and shop for traditional crafts, taste local specialties, & enjoy the magical, lantern-lit atmosphere after dark. #HoaLuOldTown #NinhBinh #VietnamCulture #Travel backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Canonsburg Lake in Pittsburgh is an artificial lake formed by Chartiers Creek. Kayaking here, is great as you can easily get to nearly untouched nature with lots of birds and insects in a matter of a few minutes. backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
White sand, turquoise water, and fire shows. Experience the vibrant soul of Long Beach on Perhentian Kecil. #LongBeach #Malaysia backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
The Interislander ferry between Wellington and Picton is a convenient way to travel between the North and South Islands of New Zealand. There are some watch-outs that you need to be important. Read it here. #NewZealand backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
The Independence Palace (#ReunificationPalace ) in #HCMC is an iconic symbol where the #Vietnam War officially ended. Explore the presidential living quarters & underground war bunker. #Saigon #VietnamWar #TravelVietnam backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa in the Maldives has fantastic overwater bungalows. It was the first time for us to stay in an overwater bungalow and we loved it. Have you done this? #Maldives #resort #overwaterbungalow backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
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? backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
White Oak Park outside Pittsburgh has one blazed hiking trail which is a 2.5 mile moderately difficult trail that is nice to hike but you need a description if you don't want to get lost. I provide it here: backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Bai Dinh Pagoda in Ninh Binh, #Vietnam ,is a massive complex & home to the longest Arhat corridor (500 statues!) & giant bronze Buddhas located near dramatic karst mountains. #BaiDinhPagoda #NinhBinh #Travel #VietnamTravel backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Playa Agua Caliente (Hot Water Beach) is about 1h east of La Paz #Mexico in El Sargento. It has hot pools, good #snorkeling, and only very few visitors. We loved it, how did you like it? #LaPaz #ElSargento #hotpools backpackandsnorkel.c...
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Backpack and Snorkel @backpackandsnorkel.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
#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? backpackandsnorkel.c...
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