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Explore 183 History travel stories from Adventure Life, featuring expert insights, destination highlights, and firsthand experiences from ancient and culturally rich sites. Whether you’re planning your next adventure in 2026 or 2027, these stories offer inspiration for exploring ruins, archaeological wonders, and hidden historical gems across the globe. Learn from the journeys of fellow travelers and discover meaningful ways to connect with the past through thoughtful travel. Let these History stories guide your path into history.
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Choquequirao

Get to know Choquequirao

Little known to the world, this ancient Peruvian city is often referred to as Machu Picchu's sister city. However, we wholeheartedly believe it is a worthy destination on its own. Deemed the "Lost City of the Incas," Machu Picchu is not so nameless anymore with more than one million visitors every year. T
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Decoding the Caste System: Understanding India's Complex Social Structure

The India social structure, shaped by history and culture, includes a traditional system of social classes in India rooted in the caste system. Today, the social structure of India combines ancient customs with modern influences, reflecting the country’s diversity and evolving social landscape.
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Indian Dancers Performing in an Ancient Temple

Exploring the Harmony of India and Sri Lanka

Many wonder is Sri Lanka part of India? Located just south of India, Sri Lanka is a separate nation. Exploring India and Sri Lanka highlights centuries of shared history, culture, and trade. Understanding India Sri Lanka relations adds depth to your travel experience.
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Snorkel the reef

Belize Travel: Sunscreen and Coral Reef Bleaching

Practice responsible travel when you visit Belize and when snorkeling by choosing reef-safe sunscreen. Harmful ingredients can damage the coral reef while snorkeling in Belize. During your Belize snorkeling tour, opt for eco-friendly sunscreen use in Belize to protect marine life and keep the reef vibrant for future generations.
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Santorini

Daddy Daughter Date to Greece
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Aerial view of Angkor Wat

Brief Introduction to Siem Reap

Siem Reap is perhaps the most recognizable area of Cambodia. The famous Angkor Wat temple, the largest religious monument in the world, is located here. Once the seat of power for the great Khmer Empire, this area is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Get a first-hand glimpse of Cambodia's history and culture.
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Mother & Daughter day at Quilotoa Crater Lake, Ecuador

A Mother & Daughter Adventure in Ecuador and the Galapagos

A truly special trip to share with my wonderful mom. Days in the highlands allowed us to explore the roots of the Andean cultures and remnants of the former Incan empire. Followed by a week on the islands that inspired Darwin and that still, to this day, house an incredible diversity of species and adventure.
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Ladies at the Great Pyramid

Egypt Explorer

Experiencing Egypt with my mother and her girlfriends in AMA Waterways style!
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With TPA Mary Rose

PERU! My Revenge Travel

A mother’s escape. A dream-fulfilled. At long last; wandering around with no extra baggage. Peru is incredibly amazing- Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain, Cusco and Lima; a journey I will never forget. Here are just a few of the many things that surprised and delighted me during our trip.
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Overlooking the Hvar Harbor from the Spanish Fortress

Cruising the Adriatic

We spent a week aboard MS La Belle de L'Adriatique cruising the sunny Adriatic coastline. Starting in the Croatian port city of Dubrovnik, we sailed north to Šibenik, Korčula, Hvar and Split before heading south to Montenegro's medieval town of Kotor. We enjoyed sunny weather, delicious foods and stunning historical sites.
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Exploring the Machu Picchu ruins

Amazon to Andes- Exploring Peru

My husband and I had an incredible journey from deep in the jungle in Manu National Park to the breathtaking Machu Picchu. We explored the amazing city and countryside cultures of Cusco and the many varieties of birds and other wildlife that live in the Amazon jungles. Beautiful views seen through the many variations of transportation and …
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The Herrons on the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall

The Herrons get a taste of China!

The Herron family travels from Montana to China to explore flavorful food and the historic Great Wall.
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Beth on a snorkeling tour in Belize

Central America trip - The Conways Travel to Belize

Our Belize trip was most-welcomed. I can hardly think of a better location, a more laid-back atmosphere, a more inviting people or region than Belize. From the moment Aaron and I arrived in the tiny airport of Belize City, I was immediately at ease.
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Flag and church in Guayaquil

Ecuador History

The History of Ecuador Ecuador’s human history dates back thousands of years, and control of this small nation in the northwest corner of South America has changed many times. It evolved from a land of isolated indigenous groups into the mighty Inca civilization, which was conquered in 1532 by the Spanish and consequently liberated from …
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Peru = awesome

I left with a friend for a 2 week trip to peru; cachicatta trek/sndoval lake. Its hard to write a review because there really arent words to do the experience justice. Ill try though-- Thanks to: Marco, Vidal, Jaun, Javier, Luccho, Manuel, Miguel & Po
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Life & Adventures in the South African Bush

This was a blog to keep loved ones back in the states apprised of my time interning in Hoedspruit, South Africa. I started at the White Lion Protection Trust and ended at the African Dream Horse Safari program.
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Family photo

Our family Adventure in Mexico

It is time again for our annual vacation and this time, we decide it is time to bring along the kids. Our oldest son has been learning Spanish in Pre-K for the last few years. I am so excited for him to practice his skills during our Mexico vacation. Knowing the kids will be in tow, we don't have a ton planned but I know all of us are looking …
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Mayan ruins at Lamanai

Lamanai Mayan Site - Belize

Photos of the Mayan ruins at Lamanai February 2014
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Snorkeling in Belize

Snorkeling - Ambergis Caye, Belize

Some of the underwater scenes from our snorkeling trips to Hol Chan Marine reserve, Shark Ray Alley, and Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve. February 2014
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Entrance to the Cayambe Coca Ecological Reserve in Ecuador

Brian's Cayambe-Coca Trek

I hiked part of the trek on our Ecuador Adventure trip and visited the village of Oyacachi too. I enjoyed staying with my dear friends, Betty and Marcelo and catching up with them. We hiked along mountain ranges and lakes, beautiful greenery and hot springs! And of course, I was very sore for my conference the next day!
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Wild King Penguins and domestic sheep coexist in the Falkland Islands

Our Amazing Trip to the Falkland Islands

With the help of Adventure Life, we planned a last-minute trip to the Falkland Islands last December. We wanted to time our travels with the breeding cycle of the migratory penguins and we definitely succeeded - we saw so many fluffy, chubby baby penguins and were lucky enough to see albatross chicks and baby seals too!
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The Conway Family Does Baja!
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Guatemala

I organized this trip for the AAUW (American Association of University Women) San Juan Branch. Thanks to the economy's personal case of \"swine flu\" only 7 of us took the trip. Guatemala is a beautiful country!
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Exploring Santiago de Atitlan

Guatemala Classico Trip

Even though our visit to Guatemala was short, it equated to a lifetime of memories that Jens and I will never forget. We walked through textile markets where we saw beautiful vibrant colors, hiked by lakes and volcanos, and witnessed churches, cathedrals and ruins. It was an awesome trip!
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