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Cox's Bazar is one of the most offbeat and interesting destinations a traveler can visit. And no, it’s not a street market in the UK. Intrepid explorers fortunate enough to make their way to Cox’s Bazar will discover a stunning coastal city that offers a unique combination of natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and relaxation. Located in amazing Bangladesh, (yes you read it correctly), Cox's Bazar will blow your mind with its miles and miles of golden sand beaches, lush tropical forests, and stunning views of the Bay of Bengal.

Located 62 miles (99km) from the...

The fabled city of Tombouctou, or as we say in the west, "Timbuktu" sits at the south edge of the Sahara desert, right at the edge of Niger River. Centuries earlier it was the main gateway to five major trade routes that cut through the Sahara to the Mediterranean Sea.  Salt caravans, traders, and explorers all made their way through this legendary outpost. Many had believed the city was full of gold and jewels. Tombouctou...