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            <title><![CDATA[Are credit cards widely accepted in Suriname?]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Cards work at major hotels and upscale restaurants in Paramaribo, but Suriname is still a very cash-heavy society. What is accepted: mostly Visa and Mastercard. Where: major hotels and upscale restaurants in Paramaribo. Everywhere else: always carry enough SRD, especially when traveling outside the ]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Cards work at major hotels and upscale restaurants in Paramaribo, but Suriname is still a very cash-heavy society. What is accepted: mostly Visa and Mastercard. Where: major hotels and upscale restaurants in Paramaribo. Everywhere else: always carry enough SRD, especially when traveling outside the ]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Do I need a visa to visit Suriname?]]></title>
            <link>https://suriname-guide.com/faq/do-i-need-a-visa-to-visit-suriname/</link>
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            <description><![CDATA[Most visitors can enter without a visa, as long as they pay the Entry Fee online before flying. Most tourists, including those from the USA, Canada, the UK and the EU, can stay up to 90 days for tourism or a family visit without a visa. Before you travel you need to: Pay the Entry Fee online through]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Most visitors can enter without a visa, as long as they pay the Entry Fee online before flying. Most tourists, including those from the USA, Canada, the UK and the EU, can stay up to 90 days for tourism or a family visit without a visa. Before you travel you need to: Pay the Entry Fee online through]]></content:encoded>
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            <category>Entry &amp; Immigration</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Suriname?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Yes, if you are arriving from a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission. In that case a vaccination certificate is mandatory. Arriving from a risk country: carry your yellow fever vaccination certificate. Visiting the interior: the vaccine is highly recommended whatever your origin. See our]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Yes, if you are arriving from a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission. In that case a vaccination certificate is mandatory. Arriving from a risk country: carry your yellow fever vaccination certificate. Visiting the interior: the vaccine is highly recommended whatever your origin. See our]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Do they drive on the left or right in Suriname?]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Suriname drives on the left, a holdover from Dutch colonial rule, and it is one of the only countries in mainland South America to do so. Cars sold and rented there are right-hand drive. If you are used to driving on the right, take extra care on your first day, especially at roundabouts and when tu]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Suriname drives on the left, a holdover from Dutch colonial rule, and it is one of the only countries in mainland South America to do so. Cars sold and rented there are right-hand drive. If you are used to driving on the right, take extra care on your first day, especially at roundabouts and when tu]]></content:encoded>
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            <category>Getting Around</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[How can I get a SIM card and internet in Suriname?]]></title>
            <link>https://suriname-guide.com/faq/how-can-i-get-a-sim-card-and-internet-in-suriname/</link>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Buy a local SIM card from Telesur or Digicel. Both have kiosks at Zanderij Airport (PBM) and numerous stores in Paramaribo. To register: bring your passport. Data plans: generally affordable, with good coverage in urban areas.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Buy a local SIM card from Telesur or Digicel. Both have kiosks at Zanderij Airport (PBM) and numerous stores in Paramaribo. To register: bring your passport. Data plans: generally affordable, with good coverage in urban areas.]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[How do I get from the airport to Paramaribo?]]></title>
            <link>https://suriname-guide.com/faq/how-do-i-get-from-the-airport-to-paramaribo/</link>
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            <description><![CDATA[Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (Zanderij) is about an hour's drive from Paramaribo. Take a taxi, or ask your hotel or tour operator to arrange a pickup. Taxi: there is no official fare and taxis are not metered, so agree the price with the driver before you get in. Hotel or tour operator p]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (Zanderij) is about an hour's drive from Paramaribo. Take a taxi, or ask your hotel or tour operator to arrange a pickup. Taxi: there is no official fare and taxis are not metered, so agree the price with the driver before you get in. Hotel or tour operator p]]></content:encoded>
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            <category>Getting Around</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[How do I pay the Suriname Entry Fee online?]]></title>
            <link>https://suriname-guide.com/faq/how-do-i-pay-the-suriname-entry-fee-online/</link>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Pay on the official VFS Global website, suriname.vfsevisa.com, at least 72 hours before your flight. The process takes three steps: Enter your passport details and upload a copy of your passport. Pay in US dollars or euros with a Mastercard, Visa or Maestro card. Receive an email with a reference nu]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Pay on the official VFS Global website, suriname.vfsevisa.com, at least 72 hours before your flight. The process takes three steps: Enter your passport details and upload a copy of your passport. Pay in US dollars or euros with a Mastercard, Visa or Maestro card. Receive an email with a reference nu]]></content:encoded>
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            <category>Entry &amp; Immigration</category>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is English spoken in Suriname?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Not officially, but you will manage fine in the places most visitors spend their time. Official language: Dutch. Everyday language: Sranantongo (Sranan Tongo), the lingua franca that connects the country's different communities. English: a practical third language wherever tourism happens. Where Eng]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Not officially, but you will manage fine in the places most visitors spend their time. Official language: Dutch. Everyday language: Sranantongo (Sranan Tongo), the lingua franca that connects the country's different communities. English: a practical third language wherever tourism happens. Where Eng]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is it okay to drink the tap water in Suriname?]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[In Paramaribo, yes. Tap water there is generally safe to drink and of high standard. Paramaribo: tap water is fine. The interior and smaller districts: stick to bottled or purified water to avoid stomach issues.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[In Paramaribo, yes. Tap water there is generally safe to drink and of high standard. Paramaribo: tap water is fine. The interior and smaller districts: stick to bottled or purified water to avoid stomach issues.]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is Suriname a safe destination for tourists?]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Suriname is generally safe, especially for those venturing into the interior with guided tours. Like any capital city, Paramaribo has areas to avoid at night. A few habits go a long way: Use common sense. Do not flash valuables. Stick to well-lit areas. Our honest guide to safety in Suriname goes in]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Suriname is generally safe, especially for those venturing into the interior with guided tours. Like any capital city, Paramaribo has areas to avoid at night. A few habits go a long way: Use common sense. Do not flash valuables. Stick to well-lit areas. Our honest guide to safety in Suriname goes in]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is Suriname accessible for travelers with disabilities?]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Infrastructure for travelers with disabilities is limited in Suriname. Sidewalks: many in Paramaribo are uneven. Historic buildings: they frequently lack ramps. Hotels and tours: newer hotels and major tour operators are increasingly working to accommodate all guests.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Infrastructure for travelers with disabilities is limited in Suriname. Sidewalks: many in Paramaribo are uneven. Historic buildings: they frequently lack ramps. Hotels and tours: newer hotels and major tour operators are increasingly working to accommodate all guests.]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[What are the best things to do in Suriname?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Four experiences top most visitors' lists: Paramaribo's historic center: explore the UNESCO World Heritage city center. Pink dolphins: take a boat trip to see them. A rainforest lodge: stay at one in the interior. Leatherback turtles: watch them nest on the coast (seasonal). See our top experiences ]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Four experiences top most visitors' lists: Paramaribo's historic center: explore the UNESCO World Heritage city center. Pink dolphins: take a boat trip to see them. A rainforest lodge: stay at one in the interior. Leatherback turtles: watch them nest on the coast (seasonal). See our top experiences ]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[What country is Paramaribo in?]]></title>
            <link>https://suriname-guide.com/faq/what-country-is-paramaribo-in/</link>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Paramaribo is the capital of Suriname, a small country on the northeast coast of South America. About the city: Location: on the west bank of the Suriname River, about an hour's drive north of Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport. Population: roughly 300,000 in the metro area, close to half the ]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Paramaribo is the capital of Suriname, a small country on the northeast coast of South America. About the city: Location: on the west bank of the Suriname River, about an hour's drive north of Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport. Population: roughly 300,000 in the metro area, close to half the ]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[What currency is used in Suriname?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The official currency is the Surinamese Dollar (SRD). Prices: shops, restaurants and taxis quote in SRD. Some hotels, tour operators and car rental companies list rates in US dollars or euros, especially for advance bookings. Exchange rates: they move often, so we do not hardcode a number here. Chec]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[The official currency is the Surinamese Dollar (SRD). Prices: shops, restaurants and taxis quote in SRD. Some hotels, tour operators and car rental companies list rates in US dollars or euros, especially for advance bookings. Exchange rates: they move often, so we do not hardcode a number here. Chec]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[What is Suriname known for?]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Suriname is known for its rainforest, its cultural diversity, and, since 2025, for being malaria-free. Rainforest: more untouched rainforest, relative to its size, than almost anywhere else on Earth. Over 93% of the country is covered by primary tropical rainforest, the highest percentage in the wor]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Suriname is known for its rainforest, its cultural diversity, and, since 2025, for being malaria-free. Rainforest: more untouched rainforest, relative to its size, than almost anywhere else on Earth. Over 93% of the country is covered by primary tropical rainforest, the highest percentage in the wor]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[What is the best time of year to visit Suriname?]]></title>
            <link>https://suriname-guide.com/faq/what-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-visit-suriname/</link>
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            <description><![CDATA[The long dry season, from about mid-August to November, is the best time for most visitors. February and March are the second-best window. Suriname has two dry and two rainy seasons. The exact start and end dates shift from year to year and sources differ by a few weeks, so treat the months below as]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[The long dry season, from about mid-August to November, is the best time for most visitors. February and March are the second-best window. Suriname has two dry and two rainy seasons. The exact start and end dates shift from year to year and sources differ by a few weeks, so treat the months below as]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[What is the food like in Suriname?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Suriname's cuisine is a world-class fusion of its diverse cultures. Dishes you must try: Pom: Creole. Roti: Hindustani. Saoto soup: Javanese. Local Chinese dishes. The street food scene at 'Blauwgrond' is a legendary experience for any foodie. Our complete guide to what to eat in Suriname covers the]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Suriname's cuisine is a world-class fusion of its diverse cultures. Dishes you must try: Pom: Creole. Roti: Hindustani. Saoto soup: Javanese. Local Chinese dishes. The street food scene at 'Blauwgrond' is a legendary experience for any foodie. Our complete guide to what to eat in Suriname covers the]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[What is the mandatory Immigration Customs Form (ICF)?]]></title>
            <link>https://suriname-guide.com/faq/what-is-the-mandatory-immigration-customs-form-icf/</link>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The ICF is a free online form that every passenger flying to or from Suriname must complete. You get a QR code to show at check-in and at immigration. It became mandatory on 15 January 2025 and replaced the old paper arrival and customs cards. How it works: Where: fill it in online at icf.sr. When: ]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[The ICF is a free online form that every passenger flying to or from Suriname must complete. You get a QR code to show at check-in and at immigration. It became mandatory on 15 January 2025 and replaced the old paper arrival and customs cards. How it works: Where: fill it in online at icf.sr. When: ]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[What is the Suriname Entry Fee?]]></title>
            <link>https://suriname-guide.com/faq/what-is-the-suriname-entry-fee/</link>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The Entry Fee is an online payment most visitors make before flying to Suriname. It replaced the tourist visa on 1 July 2022. It covers tourism and family visits of up to 90 days, and it does not allow you to work. You will still see it called the "tourist card" on older pages. What it costs (checke]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Entry Fee is an online payment most visitors make before flying to Suriname. It replaced the tourist visa on 1 July 2022. It covers tourism and family visits of up to 90 days, and it does not allow you to work. You will still see it called the "tourist card" on older pages. What it costs (checke]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[What language is spoken in Suriname?]]></title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Dutch is the main official language, but most people you meet will speak Sranantongo day to day, and English works in the main tourist areas. Dutch: used in government offices, schools, contracts and most official signage, a legacy of Dutch colonial rule that ended in 1975. Sranantongo (Sranan Tongo]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Dutch is the main official language, but most people you meet will speak Sranantongo day to day, and English works in the main tourist areas. Dutch: used in government offices, schools, contracts and most official signage, a legacy of Dutch colonial rule that ended in 1975. Sranantongo (Sranan Tongo]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[What snacks should I try in Suriname?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[If you only have room for a few bites between meals, start with bakabana and broodje bakkeljauw. Bakabana: fried plantain in batter, served with spicy peanut sauce. It is the most popular snack in the country, sold from street corners and stalls for next to nothing, and nearly every visitor ends up ]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you only have room for a few bites between meals, start with bakabana and broodje bakkeljauw. Bakabana: fried plantain in batter, served with spicy peanut sauce. It is the most popular snack in the country, sold from street corners and stalls for next to nothing, and nearly every visitor ends up ]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[What type of power plugs are used in Suriname?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Suriname uses a mix of American and European plugs. American: Type A and B plugs (110V). European: Type C and F plugs (220V). Hotels: most modern hotels in Paramaribo offer both. It is wise to bring a universal travel adapter.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Suriname uses a mix of American and European plugs. American: Type A and B plugs (110V). European: Type C and F plugs (220V). Hotels: most modern hotels in Paramaribo offer both. It is wise to bring a universal travel adapter.]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Where can I exchange money in Suriname?]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Exchange money at a bank or at a licensed exchange office, known as a "cambio". Who may exchange: the Central Bank of Suriname states that only licensed exchange offices and foreign exchange banks are authorized to exchange money with the public. Avoid: unauthorized individuals on the street, for sa]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Exchange money at a bank or at a licensed exchange office, known as a "cambio". Who may exchange: the Central Bank of Suriname states that only licensed exchange offices and foreign exchange banks are authorized to exchange money with the public. Avoid: unauthorized individuals on the street, for sa]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[What to Eat in Suriname: A Guide to the Food]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2026 21:36:30 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Into the Jungle: Damion Climbs Fredberg]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Somewhere deep in Sipaliwini, past the last paved road and four hours from Paramaribo, sits Fredberg Eco Resort. A base camp on the Saramacca River with one purpose: to send people up a mountain. Damion Djarkasi made the trip, camera in hand, and filmed everything from the muddy road in to the summit view. This is what he found.
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            <title><![CDATA[Best Time to Visit Suriname]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Suriname has four seasons, not two. Here's exactly when to go for hiking, turtle watching, festivals, or river trips. Plus what nobody tells you about the wet season.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Is Suriname Safe to Travel? Honest Guide]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Suriname is safe to travel, here's the honest picture. US/Canada/Australia all rate it Level 1. Practical safety tips, health updates, and what to actually watch out for.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Things to Do in Paramaribo: A Guide to Suriname's Capital]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Fort Zeelandia, the mosque and synagogue side by side, the Central Market at dawn, Palmentuin's royal palms. Your guide to spending time properly in Paramaribo.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Best Day Trips in Suriname 2026]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The best day trips in Suriname: Brownsberg, Commewijne, Jodensavanne, Galibi, and Peperpot. Real logistics, tour operators, and local tips.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Suriname Beaches: Discover Braamspunt, Matapica, Galibi and White Beach]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Braamspunt, Matapica, Galibi, and White Beach: where each one is, what a turtle tour actually costs, and the one beach that needs no boat, guide, or season at all.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Best Shopping Malls in Paramaribo, Suriname]]></title>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Suriname's shopping scene comes down to two real malls, Hermitage Mall, open since 2000 with 80 stores, and the International Mall of Suriname, which opened in 2024 after a seven-year build, plus what's left of the one that came before them.]]></description>
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