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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 Things to Do in Downtown Chicago

Chicago Cruise

When you’re visiting Chicago, head for the downtown district and you’ll be in The Loop. It’s more than an urban spread of cloud-high skyscrapers and cultural recreation centers. You’ll be amazed by what you find. The Loop is a community area of the city which covers over one and a half square miles, is fronted …

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15 Best Day Trips from Columbia SC

Greenville, South Carolina

Columbia is the capital and the second largest city of South Carolina. The city’s name is a poetic term that originates from the name of Christopher Columbus. Columbia is home to a wide range of historic attractions, ranging from museums and fascinating galleries to outstanding theaters, parks, and other adventure hotspots. There are thrills to …

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10 Amazing Waterfalls in New Jersey

Great Falls, Paterson

Chasing waterfalls in New Jersey is definitely a great outdoor activity. Big cities are fun and all, but there is nothing like climbing up a waterfall or hiking in the wild and being surprised with a 100-foot waterfall at the end of your hike. New Jersey is known as the garden state; however, you can …

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15 Best Day Trips from Casablanca

Marrakesh, Morocco

Casablanca is a large, modern city that represents Morocco’s heartbeat. It was formerly referred to as Anfa and is the largest city in the country. The city boasts architectural gems in Art Deco, Modernist, and Hispano-Moorish styles. Casa, as the residents call it, allows myriad movie moments for tourists who come to visit the former …

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10 Amazing Waterfalls in Michigan

Agate Falls Scenic Site

Michigan is located in the Mid-western region of the United States, surrounded by the Great Lakes. Being the tenth most populous state in America, it is also one of the states with the most picturesque waterfalls. Michigan is the only state that comprises two peninsulas – the Lower Peninsula and the Upper Peninsula. People refer …

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15 Best Day Trips from Greensboro NC

Hanging Rock State Park, North Carolina

Greensboro is a sleepy place in North Carolina, with a real small city feel to it that will make you want to stay much longer than you had ever anticipated. This is a historic place to visit: a city that in its early years as a settler community played an integral role in the American …

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15 Best Day Trips from Guadalajara

Tlaquepaque, Guadalajara

Made up of a fascinating mix of age-old Mexican traditions and heritage, European architecture, and a luxurious subtropical atmosphere, Guadalajara is one of the most intriguing cities in the country. The capital of the state of Jalisco is second in size only to Mexico City itself, and the range of attractions there are absolutely irresistible. …

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15 Amazing Waterfalls in Minnesota

Gooseberry Falls, Gooseberry Falls State Park

Minnesota in the Mid-West has a border with Canada in the north and Lake Superior to the east. One of the State’s own lakes – Itasca – is the source of the mighty Mississippi, which flows out into the Gulf of Mexico. Water plays a hugely important role in the state. A waterfall actually played …

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15 Best Day Trips from Mumbai

Lonavala, India

Mumbai is a sprawling, monstrous city that seems to be constantly expanding and almost never-ending. It’s a place of history, culture, and too often, mayhem as well. While the city is a must-visit place during any trip to India, the size, scale, noise, and pollution of Mumbai can be all too overwhelming, all too quickly. …

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15 Best Day Trips from Stuttgart

Lichtenstein Castle

Stuttgart is one of the largest and most historic cities in Germany and can place its origins far back to the days of Roman conquests in the region. There’s a lot to discover in this charming, southern German city, and even more to discover in the surrounding region. Stuttgart’s perfect location in the southwest offer …

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