Location
Sydney, Australia
Expertise
European travel destinations, eco-Tourism, expatriation
- Mike has over 20 years of writing experience covering travel, art, and lifestyle.
- Having been to over 50 countries in a span of 20 years, he is familiar with the ins and outs of expatriation, cross-country moving, and mentally converting currencies in his head.
- He's braved the icy grip of -40°C in Canada and soaked up the sweltering heat of 48°C in the Sahara Desert.
Experience
Mike Kaplan has been a freelance travel journalist and photographer for the past 20 years. During this time, he has created both written and visual content for various platforms, including Eurekastreet, MiNDFOOD, and the Good Weekend. His journey highlights include tracking gorillas in Uganda, snorkeling in the coral-rich waters of the Maldives, and cruising the tranquil backwaters of Kerala in a traditional houseboat. When not traveling, he is most likely planning his next trip.
Education
Mike holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science.
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United States
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United States
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Beach Vacations
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Beach Vacations
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Beach Vacations
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Beach Vacations
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America is full of many terrific state parks, but one you might have overlooked in Virginia features both natural beauty and a lot of interesting history.
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Tennessee is arguably overshadowed when it comes to being a state full of scenic beauty, but this breathtaking lake in the mountains should not be missed.
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Many people love relaxing in hot tubs, but doing it in natural hot springs is even better, and this Colorado resort offers a terrific springs experience.
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Beach Vacations
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America is full of gorgeous national parks, and this Indiana park features breathtaking beaches and lots of opportunity for rugged outdoor fun.
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Europe is awash with great places to indulge in wine-tasting, and this underrated valley full of vineyards begs to be sampled by wine devotees.
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Canada is a country packed full of scenic beauty, and that's quite applicable to this breathtaking city that's surrounded by the Rocky Mountains.
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Florida has many great cities for outdoor recreation by the water, but this one between Tampa and Gainesville may have flown under your radar.
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Beach Vacations
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Beach Vacations
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Beach Vacations
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