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Djibouti: When the Country and the Capital Share a Name — and Why That Fits Perfectly

Djibouti: When the Country and the Capital Share a Name — and Why That Fits Perfectly

There are not many places in the world where the country and its capital share an identical name — Montenegro and its capital Podgorica come to mind, though they are distinct. Djibouti is different: the capital city of Djibouti is simply called Djibo...

Oman: The Middle Eastern Country That Nobody Talks About Enough

Oman: The Middle Eastern Country That Nobody Talks About Enough

Most people planning a Middle East trip think of Dubai's towers or Jordan's Petra. Far fewer think of Oman — and that's one of the things that makes Oman so extraordinary. It's a country that hasn't been over-explained, over-touristed, or turned into...