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		<title>Playing the Sitar</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:07:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The sitar, a plucked instrument traditionally used in Hindustani classical music, has been an essential element to the unique of Indian music for centuries, some say even as far back as the Middle ages.  Unlike the western idea of a guitar, the sitar is always played while seated, the knees and feet used as stabilizers [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Exploring Egypt&#8217;s Mysteries</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 04:02:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Christina Uticone</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The mysteries of Egypt have fascinated me since I was a child.  A lifelong lover of murder mystery novels, I began reading Agatha Christie at a young age.  It was through her writing that I first discovered this land of archaeological riches, made all the more exciting against a backdrop of murder, intrigue, and upper-class [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Combination Traveler</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/07/23/the-combination-traveler/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:48:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Christina Uticone</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When I travel I like to squeeze in as much value as possible, for my time is always at a premium.  This comes from my years working in the restaurant industry, where &#8220;vacation time&#8221; doesn&#8217;t really exist.  For those ten years, taking a vacation meant saving as much money as possible to pay for my [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Fishing, Cambodia</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/27/fishing-cambodia/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2010 20:54:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[2010 Copyright, Jennifer Campos Fishing serves two purposes in the nation of Cambodia, and the closer you find yourself to major cities like Phnom Phen, the clearer this becomes. Subsistence farming is becoming a thing of past as the cost of living continues to rise, forcing many fisherman to sell their catch rather than use [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Blurred Perception, Thailand</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/25/blurred-perception-thailand/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 20:41:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many journey to the Kingdom of Siam, known today as Thailand, in search of beautiful beaches, delicious food and life altering experiences. Cultural differences are often overlooked or misunderstood by visitors when touring this Buddhist nation, thus creating a social gap between the local and foreign populations. If visiting beautiful beaches and sacred hills sounds [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Mong People, Thailand</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/23/mong-people-thailand/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 01:11:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Originally from the highlands of China, Laos, Burma and Vietnam, the Hmong people are an ethnic people group dependent on subsistence farming amidst arable lands. During the 18th century, a political uprising took place leaving the Hmong population at the mercy of political persecution which in turn began the start of the mass migration south [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What To Do With Bamboo? Asia</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/21/what-to-do-with-bamboo-asia/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 May 2010 01:10:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Not only is bamboo the fastest growing woody plant on earth, it is also the fastest growing woody plant on earth. Originating in Asia, bamboo has long been used for food, shelter, water filtration and medicinal use. If it were not for the shoots and leaves of the bamboo plant, the Giant panda native to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Buddhist Flag</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/19/buddhist-flag/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2010 21:30:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[First raised in 1880 on the soil of Sri Lanka, the Buddhist flag has since expanded in both representation and presentation. Today, the flag is flown across the globe on behalf of all followers of Buddha and his beliefs. The design of the flag is a display of Buddha’s path to enlightenment whereby he was [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Fashion Trends, South Asia</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/16/fashion-trends-south-asia/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 00:15:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Throughout the developing world fashion often takes a unique angle when spending money on non essential items such as jewellery is simply not an option. As a result, people have resorted to using everyday household items, such as string and wood, to blend in with cosmetic trends such as earrings, bracelets and necklaces. When traveling [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Food For Thought, South East Asia</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/14/food-for-thought-south-east-asia/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/14/food-for-thought-south-east-asia/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2010 18:50:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[South East Asian cuisine is often based on a fusion of five fundamental flavors consisting of: sweet, spicy, sour, bitter and salty. In order to get to these flavors, a standard set of ingredients will most likely be spotted tucked away in the aprons or on the spice racks of cooks throughout the region be [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Mind the Gap, India</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/12/mind-the-gap-india/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2010 18:48:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The sun was setting into the hills as the slow moving coal engine train carted home a mob of tired workers and city dwellers. There was no room to breath too deeply, but never too  crowded for more riders to join the journey. People speak and stare and smile, maybe the color of my skin [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Doing it Laos Style</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/09/doing-it-laos-style/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/09/doing-it-laos-style/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2010 02:24:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rush hour is taken to a whole new level when hitching a ride in the beautiful land of Laos. Although it is important to purchase a ticket before embarking on your journey, there are no guarantees that you will get a seat of your own, or a seat at all for that matter. Tourist buses [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Top 5 Pit Stops, Cambodia</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/07/top-5-pit-stops-cambodia/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/07/top-5-pit-stops-cambodia/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 08 May 2010 02:36:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. Angkor Wat: allow yourself time to explore these grounds and if you prefer, hire a cyclo (bicycle taxi) to bring you from place to place while on the grounds themselves. 2. Donating Blood in Siem Reap: like many of it&#8217;s neighboring countries, Cambodia is in need of help. One of the best ways to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Peeling Back the Layers in Phnom Penh, Cambodia</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/04/peeling-back-the-players-in-phnom-penh-cambodia/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/04/peeling-back-the-players-in-phnom-penh-cambodia/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 17:22:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Arriving in Cambodia&#8217;s capital city, the surface level appears no different than any other southern nation&#8217;s metropolis with motorbikes buzzing in all directions, swarms of people rushing about and a general sense of chaos taking over the city streets. After having spent a few days in this particular city however, some differences will reveal themselves [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Ancient Past Dissolving Away, Cambodia</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/05/02/ancient-past-dissolving-away-cambodia/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2010 03:40:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Angkor Wat, the main building amidst the myriad of complex temples built in the 12th century under Hindu influence, has been one of Cambodia&#8217;s most world renowned attractions drawing in hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. In order to accommodate the modern day influx of tourism, the Angkor Wat grounds have obviously had to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Lasting Effects of A Haunting Past, Cambodia</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/29/child-headed-households-cambodia/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:24:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The end of the 1970&#8242;s marked the closing of an crippling decade in Cambodia where the Khmer Rouge, a group supporting the nation&#8217;s totalitarian ruling party, overran the country and it&#8217;s people. Some 1.5 million Cambodians are said to have perished during this time for reasons based on levels of education, language, political belonging and [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Vietnam For The Unihibited</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/25/vietnam-for-the-unihibited/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Apr 2010 15:34:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Vietnam is filled with motorcyclists and bicycles as it&#8217;s the preferred transportation for wheeling via the towns and cities. It is as if the city never sleeps as the roaring motors, chiming bells and traffic jams are ubiquitous to Vietnamese life.  It is also one of the most fun activities adventure seekers can partake in [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Travel By Water, Northern Vietnam</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/22/travel-by-water-northern-vietnam/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:44:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[With navigable waterways stretching over 17,000km, Northern Vietnam has developed a sustainable form of transportation without ever setting foot on solid ground. The waterways opened up a world in ways such as connecting rural populations isolated by demographics with each other, widening trading routes and providing a floating market style economy. Furthermore,  cultural as well [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Ha Long Bay, Vietnam</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/20/ha-long-bay-vietnam/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Apr 2010 01:45:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Recognized as a UNESCO world heritage site, the beauty of Ha Long Bay can be seen from miles away. Surrounded by million year old limestone karsts (see image below) ranging in size, shape and shade of green, this mystical bay may be explored in many different ways. Countless local tour operators have gained from the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Ice Cream Sales, Northern Vietnam</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/18/ice-cream-sales-northern-vietnam/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 18 Apr 2010 15:43:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The oldest of three regions, Northern Vietnam is said to the birthplace of both Vietnamese people and culture dating back to some 2000 year ago. Since then, cities such as Hanoi, Hai Phong and Nam Dinh City have exploded in both size and population density, thus leaving many inhabitants at the mercy of poverty. Large [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Miles Away From the Ordinary, Thailand</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/15/miles-away-from-the-ordinary-thailand/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:52:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Formally known as the Kingdom of Siam, this predominantly Buddhist nation is home to 65,000,000 of the world’s population, spanning out in a geographical space no larger than that of France. Thailand, meaning, “the land of the free” is divided into five main provincial groups (allocated by geographical location), which are then sub-divided into another [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Into the Pot It Goes, Thailand</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/13/into-the-pot-it-goes-thailand/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 01:54:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Being that Thailand’s climate is temperate, it is highly conducive to rice growing, which has in turn led to the congregation amongst rural populations around rice growing areas as rice production leads to employment and provisions for those in need. Rice is an inexpensive commodity that can reach many mouths, with the added bonus of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Two Cups of Tea and A Round of Backghammon, Turkey</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/11/two-cups-of-tea-and-a-round-of-backghammon-turkey/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/11/two-cups-of-tea-and-a-round-of-backghammon-turkey/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 11 Apr 2010 21:26:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether you are in the bustling capital city having a drink at the Spice Bazaar or tucked away in the corner of a local roadside stall, tea and backgammon are a national staple found throughout the country. Small cups of flavored teas are served in short thin glasses, decorated with cubed sugar and exotic tastes [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Trekking in Northern Vietnam</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/08/trekking-in-northern-vietnam/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/08/trekking-in-northern-vietnam/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2010 21:23:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[What better way to see and explore far off lands filled with untold beauty, mesmerizing culture and unfamiliar languages than by the hand of  a local. Rural communities throughout the hill stations in the Sapa region of Northern Vietnam have taken tourism into their own hands by way of offering those looking for an off [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Where Magic Meets Reality, Marrakesh Morocco</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/07/where-magic-meets-reality-marrakesh-morocco/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/07/where-magic-meets-reality-marrakesh-morocco/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2010 14:58:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Its 2 am, the fog is thick and we have just touched down in Morocco’s most magical city. The blood of life is pumped from the arteries into the heart of Morocco’s tourist capital, a place where dreams become reality, folk stories are brought to life, while snakes dance to the beat of their master’s [...]]]></description>
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		<title>A Must See, Sapa Northern Vietnam</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/05/a-must-see-sapa-northern-vietnam/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/05/a-must-see-sapa-northern-vietnam/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Apr 2010 02:28:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For those looking to satisfy their thirst for adventure while still holding on to the tranquility of the East, the Sapa region of northern Vietnam is the place to visit. Home to the world renown Hmong people, along with many other regional tribes, Sapa offers weary travelers a tranquil resting spot to absorb the surrounding [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Welcome to the Show Mandalay, Burma</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/03/welcome-to-the-show-mandalay-burma/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/04/03/welcome-to-the-show-mandalay-burma/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Apr 2010 15:34:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Moustache Brothers are a highly controversial group of men, two brothers and one cousin, in that they make a living as comedians bringing satire to the current government ruling Burma. In 1996, two members of the trio were sentenced to 10 years in prison after having cracked a joke about the nation&#8217;s political state [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Surfing the Cape, South Africa</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/27/surfing-the-cape-south-africa/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/27/surfing-the-cape-south-africa/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Mar 2010 04:46:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Offering up some of the best surf waves in the world, Cape Town is a great place to get your feet wet. Whether it be your first time on a surfboard or passion that brings around the world in search of that perfect wave to add to the list of accomplishments, Cape Town&#8217;s southern coastline [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What About Myanmar?</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/25/what-about-myanmar/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/25/what-about-myanmar/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2010 04:36:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Touching down in Yangon, Myanmar&#8217;s bustling capital, you would think that you had gotten on the wrong plane and arrived in India instead. However, once you sleep off the jet lag and have a chance to walk around, you see that Myanmar cannot be compared with any other place. Infused with Buddhist symbolism is all [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Respecting Buddha, Myanmar</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/24/respecting-buddha-myanmar/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/24/respecting-buddha-myanmar/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2010 03:34:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Fortunately enough, I arrived in Nyeunshwe, a town located in the Shan State, during festival time. Being a very small, tight knit community, I decided it best to do as the locals do in preparing for the long awaited day.  I woke up early in morning, having organized a spot (with no more than an [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Strolling Along&#8230;A Crowded Street?</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/21/strolling-along-a-crowded-street/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/21/strolling-along-a-crowded-street/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:11:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Whether it be driving a rented box car in Sri Lanka, riding as a passenger in one of Indonesia&#8217;s rickshaws or walking along a peaceful winding jungle road in Southern India, traffic is not the only danger. Wildlife, primarily monkey species, are becoming more courageous in their contact with humans that it&#8217;s not unlikely to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>A Divide From The Past Still Felt Today, South Africa</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/18/a-divide-from-the-past-still-felt-today-south-africa/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/18/a-divide-from-the-past-still-felt-today-south-africa/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:28:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most commonly known throughout Africa as urban settlements, Townships (Lokasie- Afrikaans language) were introduced during the Apartheid era. Designed as a place where Coloreds and black Africans could relocate to after having been removed from their current homes,  newly designated &#8220;white-only&#8221; territory had divided the nation&#8217;s urban zones not only by color but also by [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Robben Island, South Africa</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/16/robben-island-south-africa/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/16/robben-island-south-africa/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:23:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Throughout the years, Robben Island has become internationally known as a political prison, a leper colony holding as many as 400 exiles at one point  and at it&#8217;s earliest recorded point, the small island just off the coast of Cape Town was used as a lighthouse station. The name of the oval shaped island dates [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Vineyards of the Cape, South Africa</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/14/vineyards-of-the-cape-south-africa/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/14/vineyards-of-the-cape-south-africa/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2010 01:53:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dating back to the 17th century, South Africa has been internationally recognized as a leader in the production of fine wines, particularly the Constantia variety. With production concentrated in Cape Town, the vineyards themselves are sprinkled throughout the Paarl, Stellenbosch and Worcester vineyard and production centers. During the days of Apartheid, wine was considered as [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Milk Used As Evidence? South Africa</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/11/milk-used-as-evidence-south-africa/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/11/milk-used-as-evidence-south-africa/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2010 04:27:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[During the years of Apartheid in the nation of South Africa, the people were separated into 3 distinctive groups. The whites, the blacks and the colored who were all those with lighter skin complexion than black, but to dark for white.  Of the many restrictions and dividers placed upon the classes, one was related to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Take A Bite Out of Life, South Africa</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/09/take-a-bite-out-of-life-south-africa/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/09/take-a-bite-out-of-life-south-africa/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 02:13:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We&#8217;ve heard stories of the terror of lurking beneath the surface of the crystal blue waters, where many turn for rest and relaxation after a hard day&#8217;s work. With rows of razor sharp teeth, powerful muscles, and a jaw that could crush just about anything with one single bite, the Great White Shark has come [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Off By A Little, South Africa</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/07/off-by-a-little-south-africa/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/07/off-by-a-little-south-africa/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:50:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When visiting the south-eastern section of South Africa, be sure to pack a sense of humor as you descend upon the Cape of Good Hope.  With a wooden sign planted firmly in the ground, it is clearly stated the you, the weary adventurous traveler have finally reached the southern most tip of the South African [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Penguins in Africa?</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/05/penguins-in-africa/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/05/penguins-in-africa/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Mar 2010 04:48:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Though it may seem peculiar, South Africa is home to ubiquitous Black Footed penguin weighing in at 4 to 11 lbs and standing at approximately 69cm tall once having reached maturity. The penguins can be spotted at Cape Town&#8217;s Boulder Beach, located near Simon&#8217;s Town and Stony Point in Betty&#8217;s Bay. Having settled in the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Vegetarian Festival, Phuket Thailand</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/03/vegetarian-festival-phuket-thailand/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/03/vegetarian-festival-phuket-thailand/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:12:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s early morning in southern Thailand bustling town of Phuket and I haven’t had the chance to open my eyes before the streets begin erupting with explosions. The sound is piercing and a pillow over my head will not make the noise go away. I decide that there will be no going back to bed [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tabletop Mountain, Cape Town South Africa</title>
		<link>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/01/tabletop-mountain-cape-town-south-africa/</link>
		<comments>http://www.planeteyetraveler.com/2010/03/01/tabletop-mountain-cape-town-south-africa/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 01:06:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jcampos</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s not often that you are able to find a mountain in the midst of a bustling city, offering up a challenging day hike or a leisurely cable car ride to the top, allowing the beauty that is Cape Town to unfold before your very eyes. Despite the fact that many residents of Cape Town [...]]]></description>
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