It’s the holy grail of all backpackers - finding that untouched country before it gets flooded with tourists from all over the world. It’s the stuff of legends - hearing about beaches with nary a person in sight, hidden towns that have not seen a Westerner in years.

I’ve always tried to imagine what Thailand or Nepal looked like, felt like when it was just an undiscovered country begging to be explored. This is what travel stories is all about - sharing secrets of unspoiled destinations to whet our appetite and imagination. Hearing tales like these, automatically triggers in me that reflex to go and book the next flight and discover this new land.

I’m happy to announce, backpackers of the world that I am letting you in on the next big secret - Liberia. This week, my guest is Rob Grossman, photojournalist and video editor who has worked for the New York Times among other respected newspapers. Rob has spent the last year and a half living in Monrovia, Liberia and shares with us his insider’s take on the current hidden gem of the globe, Liberia.

Listen, Go! and remember you heard it here first, on Travel Stories….

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