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Alentejo Portugal

Getting Olivença back: a raid on our own territory

Olivença is the stage of a 200 year-old territorial dispute between Portugal and Spain. We cross the Guadiana to solve the issue once and for all.

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Peru

Arequipa’s volcanoes: living with imminent apocalypse

Strolling through the white streets of Peru’s second largest city, we dwell on its relationship with its volcanoes, El Misti and Chachani.

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India Rajasthan

Diwali at Pushkar: the Marigold Scam

Diwali is a magical time in India. Ingrained with the spirit of the season, we let our guard down… and ended up getting scammed. Here’s how it happened.

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Alentejo Portugal

Juromenha Jeca and a Fortress in ruins

A relaxing day in Juromenha, on the banks of the Guadiana river, ends with a visit to its abandoned fortress, giving us plenty to think about the state of our country’s heritage.

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Panama Panama City

The pantalón conundrum at Casco Antiguo

The effects of unregulated mass tourism industry at Panama City’s Casco Antiguo. How can travelers help maintain authenticity on visited places?