About Matt Long
Who am I? I am a typical Gen-Xer and recovering cubicle-dweller who has a passion for all things travel. My site brings a unique perspective that is hard to find online. I am not a backpacker, nor am I...
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Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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20 Things Every Smart Traveler Should Know
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Five Foods You Must Eat in Europe
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Five Reasons to Stop Dreaming and Travel Now
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So What’s Reykjavik Really Like?
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Five Cities That Deserve a Second Chance
Posted on October 8, 2012 | 32 CommentsTravel isn’t always rainbows and baby camels. Sometimes bad things happen and sometimes we visit places that we don’t like. I know, I know, there’s something good to be found everywhere; except when you don’t want to find it. Usually when I don’t like a... -
Cliffs and Domes – How to Cruise Through Santorini in a Day
Posted on May 9, 2011 | 12 CommentsThe small island of Santorini in Greece’s Cyclades, offers visitors a panorama that is world famous for its singular beauty. While many people travel to Santorini to spend a week or even more, thousands of people visit for a day as part of a... -
Travel Letdowns and Why I Don’t Like Athens
Posted on May 8, 2011 | 31 CommentsI was supposed to love it. Everyone told me I would love it. All the guide books and even Samantha Brown said I would love it. That’s why I felt so bad when I hated my travel experiences in Athens. We were on a Mediterranean... -
The Temple of Artemis and the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World
Posted on February 21, 2011 | 5 CommentsThere has been a lot of discussion lately about the supposed Wonders of the World. A few years ago, after a worldwide voting process, the Seven NEW Wonders of the World were chosen. This in turn created a lot of renewed interest, spawned a TV... -
Ancient Island of Delos, Greece
Posted on May 25, 2010 | 1 CommentIf you ever visit Mykonos, Greece then a trip to Delos is certainly in your future. A quick boat ride from the party capital of the Aegean, Delos is a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage site that offers a unique look into Greece of antiquity. Delos... -
Five Unforgettable Travel Experiences
Posted on April 1, 2010 | 11 CommentsThere are thousands of unique sites and scenes around the world, each wonderful in their own way. However, I am constantly amazed at how many people travel without truly experiencing them. It is important to think outside the box when traveling; to find ways to... -
The Dogs of Santorini, Greece
Posted on March 14, 2010 | 8 CommentsDogs in Santorini, Greece Last year my partner and I went on an 11-night cruise of Italy, Greece and Turkey. One of the many highlights of this amazing trip was our stopover in Santorini, Greece. Almost everyone has seen pictures of Santorini and its famous...
