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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.

15 Best Day Trips from Tampa

Clearwater Beach, Florida

Tampa is one of the most exciting cities in all of the United States of America. Home to Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium, Adventure Island and more, there is never a dull moment in this Floridan city. This is a cultural melting pot that sees communities from Cuba and Spain come together and bring with …

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15 Best Day Trips from Baltimore

St Michaels, Maryland

Otherwise known as Charm City, Baltimore is a melting pot of everything from food from all corners of the world to a myriad of cultural attractions and museums. As with many metropolitan centres, the pace of life here can be relentless and a break is sometimes called for. Luckily for you, the surrounding area and …

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Where to Stay in Hong Kong – Neighborhoods & Area Guide

Central District, Hong Kong

One of the two Special Administrative Regions (SAR) of China, Hong Kong is a prominent tourist destination for the country’s ever-increasing affluent population and also for travelers all across the globe. An important hub In East Asia with close connections to several other significant cities in the world, Hong Kong is an interesting mixture of …

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15 Best Day Trips from Stockholm

Sigtuna, Sweden

A city of contrasts, Stockholm manages to merge the old with the new with relative ease. Unlike many cities in the world Stockholm sprawls; sprawls across 14 islands in fact. Stockholm is one of the most environmentally conscious cities on earth and is famed for its innovative use of technology in a bid to become …

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15 Best Day Trips from St Louis

Hannibal, Missouri

A port city built along the bustling banks of the Mississippi river, St Louis was founded in 1764. It was named for Louis IX of France, as the first European settlers there were French fur traders. There’s a substantial depth of history in St Louis, both from the early European settlers and the natives who …

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15 Best Day Trips from Charlotte

Boone, NC

At face value Charlotte seems to be a pretty run of the mill American city, but nothing could be further from the truth. This modern city has experienced a recent surge in development and is showing no sign of slowing down. Sports fans will know Charlotte for their much-loved NFL team, the Carolina Panthers. Charlotte …

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15 Best Day Trips from Richmond VA

Annapolis, Maryland

Often off the raider for travellers, Richmond is slowly awakening from its post-Civil War nap. Staying true to its historic self, Richmond is proudly preserving its old-fashioned feel while embracing the modern era. The city has a number of wonderful museums dotted about the place, such as The Valentine; bringing the story of Richmond together. …

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15 Best Day Trips from Sydney

Blue Mountains National Park

Sydney has long been one of Australia’s most iconic cities and many would argue its merit as the nation’s cultural capital is thanks to instantly recognisable sights like the beautiful Sydney Opera House. However, a trip here also means a world of possibilities outside the city limits and you’ll be hard pressed to find a …

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15 Best Day Trips from Albany, New York

Lake George

The state capital is a thriving example of New York’s wealthy history and an absolute pleasure to explore. Albany is home to various architectural wonders, most prominently the Empire State Plaza, but you’ll also find various fine collections of public art dotted around the city. However, the capital is also famous for being the gateway …

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15 Best Day Trips from Kyoto

Himeji Castle

As one of Japan’s largest and indeed, most popular cities, Kyoto has no shortage of people arriving to visit and marvel at the ancient capital and all its archaic temples and colourfully adorned shrines. Positively dripping in history and centuries of culture, the city is a must-see destination when in Japan. The crowds of travelers …

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