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Notes from the road
Travel notes from Sherif Alghali, a record of where I've been and what I found. I hit the famous places and sights, and every now and then I wander off the beaten path, and I share it here to help with your own travels.
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Tokyo, Osaka & Kyoto, Japan
Ten Days in Japan: Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto
Ten days across Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto in peak October: the final day of the Osaka Expo, matcha in Kyoto, and why the pricey hotels still felt like great value.
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Bogotá, Colombia
Things to Do in Bogotá (and a Few in Medellín)
The places I actually send friends to in Bogotá, plus a few favorites in Medellín. Monserrate, the Sunday Ciclovía, Andrés Carne de Res, and the practical notes I'd give before you go.
Mexico City, Mexico
Traveling During the Pandemic: Mexico City
What it was actually like to visit Mexico City in late 2020: getting there, costs, language, safety, and everything still worth doing.
Bogota, Colombia
Why Bogota is One of My Favorite Cities in the World
Vibrant culture, warm people, world-class museums, and mountain views. A few of the reasons Bogota keeps pulling me back.
Random Travel Notes is a collection of stories from old adventures, places I haven't shared before, and new journeys as they happen. It is my way of keeping a record of where I've been, and hopefully helping travelers of all types along the way.
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