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  • The Mystery of the Singing Sand Dunes: Why Some Deserts Make Strange Noises at Night - Frayed Passport

The Mystery of the Singing Sand Dunes: Why Some Deserts Make Strange Noises at Night

Deep in the desert, massive sand dunes produce haunting sounds ranging from deep, resonant booms to high-pitched whistles. How does this happen, and where can you see it?

Sarah Stone2025-02-13T10:36:06-05:00Categories: Africa, Asia, Blog Posts, Middle East, North America, Trivia & Fun Facts|Tags: China, Kazakhstan, Oman, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, United States, Yemen|
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  • Son Doong Cave, Vietnam - The Cave That's So Large It Has Its Own Weather System (and a Jungle Inside!) - Frayed Passport

The Cave That’s So Large It Has Its Own Weather System (and a Jungle Inside!)

Vietnam's Son Doong Cave is so enormous that you could fly an airplane through it. It's also got a rainforest and microclimates—now that's impressive!

Sarah Stone2025-02-12T20:43:03-05:00Categories: Asia, Blog Posts, Trivia & Fun Facts|Tags: Vietnam|
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  • Let's Explore Hay-on-Wye, Wales: The Town of Books - Frayed Passport

Let’s Explore Hay-on-Wye, Wales: The Town of Books

Known as the "Town of Books," this charming town of Hay-on-Wye is a bibliophile's dream. Let's explore its bookshops and world-famous festival!

Frayed Passport2025-02-12T20:43:04-05:00Categories: Blog Posts, Europe, Pop Culture Travel, Trivia & Fun Facts|Tags: United Kingdom, Wales|
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  • 7 Fascinating Car-Free Villages and Cities Around the World - Frayed Passport

6 Fascinating Car-Free Villages and Cities Around the World

These car-free villages offer cleaner air, quieter streets, and a more immersive travel experience, where you can slow down and appreciate your surroundings.

Frayed Passport2025-02-12T20:43:05-05:00Categories: Africa, Blog Posts, Europe, North America, Trivia & Fun Facts|Tags: Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland, United States|
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  • Can You Bring a Cup of Coffee or a Water Bottle Through TSA? - Frayed Passport

Can You Bring a Cup of Coffee or a Water Bottle Through TSA?

What happens if you get in the TSA security line with a cup of coffee or a bottle of water? Are there exceptions for other types of liquids? Here's what to know!

Sarah Stone2025-02-12T20:43:05-05:00Categories: Blog Posts, Travel Tips, Trivia & Fun Facts|
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  • What Does "Subject to Government Approval" Mean When You Book a Flight? - Frayed Passport

What Does “Subject to Government Approval” Mean When You Book a Flight?

If you've booked a flight and see a note on your confirmation saying it's subject to government approval, what do you do? Will your flight actually happen?

Sarah Stone2025-02-12T20:43:06-05:00Categories: Blog Posts, Travel Tips, Trivia & Fun Facts|
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  • How a Village in Spain Became Covered in Blue Paint Thanks to The Smurfs - Frayed Passport

How a Village in Spain Became Covered in Blue Paint Thanks to The Smurfs

Welcome to Júzcar, a tiny Andalusian village that traded its white-painted buildings for blue ones in what became a wildly successful marketing stunt.

Sarah Stone2025-02-12T20:43:07-05:00Categories: Blog Posts, Europe, Pop Culture Travel, Trivia & Fun Facts|Tags: Spain|
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  • What's the Most Hygienic Way to Handle Hotel Room Glasses and Coffee Makers? - Frayed Passport

What’s the Most Hygienic Way to Handle Hotel Room Glasses and Coffee Makers?

Hotel room glasses and coffee makers aren't always as clean as they look. Here's what to know (and what to do) so you can enjoy your drinks bug-free.

Frayed Passport2025-02-12T20:43:08-05:00Categories: Blog Posts, Travel Tips, Trivia & Fun Facts|
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  • Sandy Island: The South Pacific Island That Was Discovered by Whalers—Then Undiscovered by Ham Radio Operators - Frayed Passport

Sandy Island: The South Pacific Island That Was Discovered by Whalers—Then Undiscovered by Ham Radio Operators

How did an island that never existed end up on world maps for over a century? This is the bizarre story of Sandy Island and how it fooled cartographers for over a hundred years.

Sarah Stone2025-02-12T20:43:08-05:00Categories: Australia and the Pacific, Blog Posts, Trivia & Fun Facts|Tags: New Caledonia|
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  • Are Airplanes Safe? These 15 Stats on Plane Safety Help Calm the Nerves - Frayed Passport

Are Airplanes Safe? These 15 Stats on Plane Safety Help Calm the Nerves

Are you asking yourself: "Are airplanes safe?" Worry not – this article has statistics and research to show flying remains the safest way to travel. 

Frayed Passport2025-02-12T20:43:09-05:00Categories: Blog Posts, Travel Tips, Trivia & Fun Facts|
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