Submissions to the  Writing Contest
These guides have been submitted to the GuideGecko Writing Contest.
Rankings here reflect voting results only. Final rankings will be determined by jury and voting.
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Going Colombian: Living, Working, and Traveling in Greater Bogota
Destinations: Bogotá, Colombia
Categories: 1 month or more trips, City, Culture, Day trips, Expatriate, Low Budget, Mid Range, Mountain, Museums & Galleries, Parks, Public Transport, Sports & Exercise (General), Student, Villages, Work & Travel
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English, 43 pages, 34 votes:
An informal collection of travel tips for those spending an extended period of time living, working, or traveling in Colombia, particularly in Bogota....
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Irish Music Festivals: a traveler's handbook
Destinations: Ireland - Scotland, United Kingdom - North America
Categories: 1 month or more trips, 4-7 day trips, Activities (General), Arts, Backpacker, Business Traveler, Children & Travel with Children, Culture, Day trips, Expatriate, History, Language, Senior Traveler, Single, Student, Travelers with Disabilities, Walks and Tours, Weekend trips, Work & Travel
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English, 40 pages, 13 votes:
Through word and melody, Irish music reaches through time and space, to invite celebration, reflection, and connection. What’s in this book: a close look at four major -- and very different -- festivals where Irish music is on offer (Milwaukee Irish Fest, Celtic Connections in Glasgow, Boston Celtic Music F...
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700 Places to Volunteer Before You Die: A Traveler’s Guide
Destinations: North America - South America - Asia - Europe - Africa - Australia & Oceania
Categories: 1 month or more trips, 1-2 week trips, 2-4 week trips, 4-7 day trips, Activities (General), Animals & Wildlife, Culture, History, Low Budget, Mid Range, Senior Traveler, Single, Student, Top End, Women, Work & Travel
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English, 535 pages, 13 votes:
From the creator of ‘The Voluntary Traveler’, ‘700 Places to Volunteer Before You Die’ is the definitive guidebook on voluntourism, offering readers the most diverse listings of global volunteer projects available! ‘700’ Includes:
Tips from voluntourism industry leaders on what makes a good vol...
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Be Here Now: Vieques
Destinations: Vieques, Carolina, Puerto Rico
Categories: 1-2 week trips, 4-7 day trips, Backpacker, Business Traveler, Children & Travel with Children, Expatriate, Gay & Lesbian, Honeymoon & Romance, Senior Traveler, Single, Student, Weekend trips, Women, Work & Travel
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English, 142 pages, 4 votes:
This handy book will help make any visitor's trip to Vieques a success. Written by an author who lived on Vieques for two years and still owns property there, you get a true insider's guide to the best beaches, snorkel spots, restaurants, shops, bars and activities the island has to offer. Detailed descriptio...
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The Budget Lovers Guide to the Galápagos Islands
Destinations: Galápagos, Ecuador
Categories: 1-2 week trips, 4-7 day trips, Activities (General), Animals & Wildlife, Backpacker, Beach, Island, Low Budget, Nature, Parks, Relaxation, Single, Snorkeling, Student, Walks and Tours, Women
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English, 34 pages, 4 votes:
Thought it was too expensive to visit the Galápagos Islands? What if you knew how to visit the islands for *US$300 or less for 8 days including accommodation and food while seeing nearly all the wildlife you might see on an expensive cruise? It is possible - this guide will show you how and save you hundreds...
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The eats in Shanghai
Destinations: Shanghai, China
Categories: City, Expatriate, Food & Dining, Low Budget, Mid Range, Single
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English, 51 pages, 3 votes:
More than the usual must-go restaurants in the dynamic city of Shanghai, there is a dizzying variety of choices ranging from decrepit holes to charming stores. Here's the peek into some of the more memorable bites in this cosmopolitan city. ...
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Chapter 47: Falling in love with Melbourne
Destinations: Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Categories: 4-7 day trips, Food & Dining, Honeymoon & Romance
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English, 34 pages, 3 votes:
A diary-style guide to Melbourne city, exploring its culture, food and lifestyle, and the nature beauty of the Great Ocean Road and Phillip Island....
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Croatia Travel Gay Guide 2010
Destinations: Croatia
Categories: 1 month or more trips, Beach, Clubbing & Party, Gay & Lesbian, Walks and Tours
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English, 42 pages, 2 votes:
First and ultimate gay guide through Croatia. Describing all gay spots along the Adriatic coast such as beaches and hidden bays (Dubrovnik, Rab, Hvar, Rovinj, Krk) and also bars and saunas in capital (Zagreb), as well as some gay-friendly bars in other towns of Croatia!
Last update: June 2010!...
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Drive-It-Yourself Hokkaido, Japan
Destinations: Hokkaido, Japan
Categories: 1-2 week trips, 4-7 day trips, Activities (General), Animals & Wildlife, Children & Travel with Children, Cruise, Ship & Boat, Culture, Cycling, Food & Dining, Honeymoon & Romance, Mid Range, Mountain, Nature, Parks, Relaxation, Road Trips, Senior Traveler, Shopping, Sightseeing, Trekking & Hiking, Villages, Walks and Tours, Women
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English, 32 pages, 2 votes:
Do you want to explore Hokkaido in a fun and affordable way? Then this guide is for you. Find suggested itineraries and driving routes for road trips lasting 5, 7 or 10 days and everything you need to know about Shiretoko (a World Heritage Site), Akan, Sounkyo, Furano, Biei, Asahikawa, Sapporo and Otaru. This...
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The Other Side of Silence
Destinations: Canada
Categories: Low Budget, Nature
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English, 35 pages, 2 votes:
The journey of a woman who attended a silent 10 day Vipassana retreat. The guide details the writer's thoughts, feelings, and epiphanies experienced throughout the retreat. An honest portrait of powerful change....
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