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ExploreTraveler is a global travel knowledge platform built from real travel, international work experience, and full-time RV living. Founded by John and Karen Gentry, ExploreTraveler documents practical travel preparation, safety awareness, destination research, and real-world travel logistics across the United States and internationally.

The ExploreTraveler brand was built on real travel writing and international experience beginning in 1989 and was formally launched online in 2011. Today, ExploreTraveler combines travel guides, video documentation, RV living knowledge, and global travel field experience to help travelers plan safer, smarter, and more efficient travel worldwide.

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ExploreTraveler content is based on real travel operations, international assignments, and full-time RV living experience. All articles, guides, and videos are built from real world travel documentation, photography, and field experience by John and Karen Gentry.

Green Island, Taiwan: Snorkeling It’s Coasts

by Explore Traveler
February 15, 2015August 10, 2021

Green Island, Taiwan And It’s Rugged Coasts Green Island and the beautiful rugged coastlines are picturesque. As you travel Taiwan, you will see miles and miles of pristineRead…

Night Markets In Hong Kong

by Explore Traveler
February 13, 2015August 10, 2021

Night Markets In Hong Kong Night markets in Hong Kong are a way of life. You can find almost any fruit, snack, meat, vegetable, clothing or other needs atRead…

Pineapple fields in the warm rolling hills of Southern Philippines

Pineapple Fields In Southern Philippines

by Explore Traveler
February 11, 2015August 10, 2021

Pineapple: The Miracle Plant Pineapple is a fruit that flourishes in the warm tropical hills of Southern Philippines. It is found throughout the tropical and subtropical world. PineappleRead…

Hsing Tian Kong Temple In Taipei Taiwan

by Manpreet Nagpal
February 8, 2015April 5, 2021

Hsing Tian Kong Temple In Taipei Taiwan Hsing Tian Kong Temple is a very popular and well-loved Temple in Taiwan. Hsing Tian Kong Temple is a Taiwanese TaoistRead…

Rooftop Gardens of Hong Kong

by Explore Traveler
February 7, 2015August 10, 2021

Rooftop Gardens of Hong Kong Rooftop gardens are making a debut in the concrete jungle of Hong Kong. For years the citizens have been on the long roadRead…

Chili Crab: Taiwan’s Taste Of Singapore

by Explore Traveler
February 4, 2015August 10, 2021

Chili crab in Taiwan[/caption Chili Crab: Taiwan’s Taste Of Singapore Chili Crab must be Asia’s most enjoyable dish. It is a definite must if traveling to Singapore. ButRead…

Chinese Herbal Medicine: Mysteries From Hong Kong

by Explore Traveler
February 2, 2015August 11, 2021

Chinese Herbal Medicine: Hong Kong Chinese herbal medicine is not based on mainstream Western principles or practices. Chinese herbal medicine uses a variety of herbs such as Chinese herbalRead…

Blue Swimming Crabs: Filipino Delicacy

by Explore Traveler
January 29, 2015August 10, 2021

Blue Swimming Crabs: Filipino Delicacy Blue Swimming Crabs are some of the sweetest crabs available. They also are known by many names. Portumus Pelagicus is the official scientificRead…

Asparagus Shrimp Soup Of Taiwan

by Explore Traveler
January 26, 2015August 10, 2021

Asparagus Shrimp Soup Of Taiwan Asparagus Shrimp Soup is a Taiwanese specialty. Taiwan is a small island and there is no way the Taiwanese could have enough beefRead…

Taipei, Taiwan: The City Seems To Rotate

by Manpreet Nagpal
January 22, 2015March 29, 2020

Taipei, Taiwan: “Good Feng Shui Rotates,” Taipei, Taiwan is the city of change. There is a Chinese proverb that says:”Good Feng Shui Rotates.” This is true of Taipei,Read…