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Jan Meeuwesen

Jan is the owner and founder of The Crazy Tourist. He's born and raised in The Netherlands and loves exploring the South of France. He loves going on short City Trips and visiting sunny destinations. His favorite country to visit is France.

Where to Stay in Sequoia National Park

Three Rivers, California

Sequoia National Park is one of the most incredible natural landscapes in North America. Set within California and adjacent to Kings Canyon National Park, Sequoia National Park is an adventure traveler’s dream come true. Sequoia National Park is famed for being home to the largest tree in the world – the General Sherman Tree. There …

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Where to Stay in Orlando – Neighborhoods & Area Guide

Downtown Orlando

Orlando is a city that features high on the bucket list of young travelers and Disney obsessed children. Home to one of the highest concentrations of amusement parks in the world, Orlando is one of the most outright fun cities in the world. Away from the big, flashy amusement parks, however, Orlando as a city …

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15 Best Day Trips from Knoxville (TN)

Helen, Georgia

Snugly sitting by the Tennessee River, not far from the state lines of Kentucky and North Carolina, the city of Knoxville is a hallmark of Southern hospitality. With this, comes a unique and irresistible blend of flavors, sights, and sounds. From street cookouts and revolutionary history to blues music, Knoxville is a perfect example of …

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15 Best Beaches In Northern California

Rodeo Beach, California

The famed seaboard of Northern California offers travelers a mixture of picturesque beaches and hidden coves – from busy beach areas such as Santa Cruz to more peaceful, intimate areas such as Lagoon Creek Beach. As a bonus for travelers, the state of California offers beachgoers free access to all public beaches. Each beach offers …

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25 Best Things to Do in Bogotá (Colombia)

Plaza Bolívar, Bogota

Don’t be intimidated by the sprawling, bustling city of Bogotá. Colombia’s capital is truly historic and packed with touristy things to do, but it’s also got a cool, hip, and even chic side to it as well. From its weekly Ciclovía bike route through the streets to its upscale neighborhoods filled with great restaurants, parks, …

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25 Best Things to Do in Medellín (Colombia)

Candelaria Church in the Parque de Berrio

The second city of Colombia, Medellín has transformed itself perhaps more than any other city in the world. Though its violent, tumultuous past is well-known, today the city is modern, innovative, and just generally lovely. Nicknamed the “City of Eternal Spring” for its nearly perfect weather, you’ll find plenty of parks and plazas where you …

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25 Best Things to Do in Cartagena (Colombia)

Convento De La Popa, Cartagena

One of the most gorgeous, romantic, and colorful cities in the world, Cartagena is packed with history, friendly Colombians, and of course, tourists. The walled city is made up of pastel colonial buildings lined with flowers, cobblestone streets, horse carriages, and plenty of restaurants and boutiques to satisfy all of its many visitors. You can …

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15 Best Things to Do in Cali (Colombia)

Plaza de Cayzedo, Cali

Cali is the third-largest city in Colombia, and while it might get a bad reputation for crime, it’s actually a lively, fun city where you should be able to stay relatively safe if you know where to go. There’s not much in the way of tourist attractions, but there’s plenty to do, see, and experience …

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15 Best Things to Do in Barranquilla (Colombia)

Catedral, Barranquilla

Barranquilla is known for its beautiful people, Caribbean culture, and colorful Carnaval celebrations. Even if you’re not here for those festivities, the city’s nightlife is well-known for traditional salsa dancing and late night parties. Visitors can hit the beach year round for some surfing or relaxing at the coast’s many bars and beach clubs. Colombia’s …

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15 Best Things to Do in Bucaramanga (Colombia)

Parque Nacional de Chicamocha

A beautiful and safe city with amazing weather, Bucaramanga is the capital of the Santander Department of Colombia. It’s part of the Andean region too, so its surroundings boast plenty of adventure sports like paragliding and activities in the Parque Nacional de Chicamocha. “Buca,” as it’s lovingly known by the locals, is filled with universities …

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