Articles By

Derek Freal

Off The Beaten Path Adventures in Ruidoso, New Mexico

Breathtaking natural beauty and captivating sunsets. Iconic landscapes and rich Native American history. Countless outdoor activities and adventures year-round, whether ...
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Babi Hutan (Sinalau Bakas) A Sabah Delicacy

Best. Food. Ever. After the last episode of Derek Eats That! featuring the worst food ever — cockroach — it ...
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The Psychedelic Painting Priest Of Pushkar

After visiting countless Hindu temples across the globe now I truly have a deeper grasp….of the phrase “same same but ...
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Mabul Island, Kapalai + Other Great Semporna Scuba Diving Spots (Besides Sipadan)

In Semporna scuba diving is the #1 pastime. There are dozens of nearby islands to dive and snorkel and hike. ...
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Traditional Alcoholic Beverages To Try While Traveling

Do you love an ice cold bottle of beer or a glass of wine? No, I’m not going to tell ...
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Derek Eats That! Cockroaches

“Don’t be afraid of what I eat — be afraid of what I won’t eat.” Of course eating cockroaches is ...
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Scuba Diving Sipadan Island: Behind The Scenes + Video

Sipadan Island in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo, is one of those legendary places that every diver has heard of but few ...
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Top 10 Places To View The Sunset In Sabah

It only took me 5 trips to Malaysia to make it to Sabah — and I want to make sure ...
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Boats Boats Boats! The Regatta Lepa Festival in Sabah

Sometimes you discover awesome things by accident. That is the only way I learned of the Regatta Lepa festival of ...
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Unique & Offbeat Kolkata Activities

Kolkata is a colorful mega-city rich in culture, architecture and of course food, but the best part of traveling the ...
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Exploring Toronto’s Graffiti Alley in 100 Photos

Toronto, like most modern major metropolises, is home to its own unique collection of street art. The heart of all ...
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Off The Beaten Path: Chao Pho To Kong Shrine in Thailand

Hidden in the trees of a small hilltop along the coastline in between Koh Samet and Laem Mae Phim Beach ...
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