Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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A Review of Ocean Blue and Sand Resort in Punta Cana
When you think of the ocean, what typically comes to mind? For me it’s blue water and white sands. So it’s appropriate when I say Ocean Blue and Sand Resort in Punta Cana is aptly named. I’m also being honest when I say that I wanted to stay a lot longer. When you ask anyone…
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23 Moments You’ll Experience At Victoria House on Ambergris Caye
I’m sitting at the beach bar at the Victoria House in Belize, enthusiastically attacking the best Greek salad I’ve had in years, and staring out at the impossibly crystal clear turquoise ocean. Just out of my hearing, the kids are tearing up and down the white sand like two happy puppies. Later, we’re all heading…
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Your Dubai Vacation: The Best Things to Do in Dubai
Planning a trip to Dubai and wondering what’s actually worth your time (and money)? Whether you’re heading there with friends, kids in tow, traveling solo, or just want to see if Dubai lives up to the hype, this list has you covered. From desert safaris to indoor ski slopes to gold-drenched facials, here’s your cheat…
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The Most Beautiful Places in the Philippines
Choosing the most picturesque places in the Philippines isn’t an easy task. The Philippine archipelago is full of stunning scenery, and interesting tourist spots. We’ve spent several months in the Philippines, traveling mostly around Cebu, Bohol and Panay but we had the opportunity to view some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Of…
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A Peek Inside Tokyo’s Quirky Themed Cafés
We’ve been obsessing over modern Japanese culture as of late and Michael’s foray into the famous world of themed Tokyo cafés gives us one more reason to visit the land of the rising sun. Ever wanted to pet an owl while sipping on chai tea? How about cuddle with a kitten before having a slice…
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The Insider’s Guide to the Best Thailand Souvenirs
Discover the best Thailand souvenirs, from vibrant Thai silk to exquisite wood carvings. Ah, the beautiful, bustling Kingdom of Thailand. A land of enchanting culture, delicious cuisine, and warm, inviting people. There’s no question about it – a trip to Thailand is an experience that can leave lasting impressions on any traveler’s mind. We fell…
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10 Best Things to do in Seoul
Today Laura dishes on the 10 best things to do in Seoul. Visit Gyeongbok Palace Gyeongbokgung or “the palace greatly blessed by heaven” was originally built way back in 1395 as the main palace for the King’s of the Joseon Dynasty. If you want a real look into Korea’s history, Gyeongbok Palace is the perfect…
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The Dominican Republic’s 10 Best Beaches
We’ve seen some amazing beaches in our travels. To be honest, finding gorgeous stretches of sand was a bit of a goal when we first started traveling and I can confidently say we’ve been fortunate enough to have seen some of the nicest beaches in the world. One of the pluses to being based in…
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Travel Photo: Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong
Victoria Harbour, in beautiful Hong Kong, is a perfect juxtaposition of old world charm meets rampant 21st century commercialism. There aren’t that many places in the world where a 19th century style Chinese junk boat (the Duk Ling) could sail through a crowded harbour backdropped by giant skyscrapers topped with monomental brand names and yet…
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Ziplining in the Guanacaste Province
Over the course of the past few weeks we’ve had the opportunity to really explore the Guanacaste Province. After leaving San Jose we jumped on a shuttle bus to Tamarindo. The kids and Micki had caught a nasty cold a few days after our last outing and over the course of the nearly 6 hour…
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