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3 Beautiful Beach Destinations to Explore in Jamaica

June 11, 2016 By thetravelchica

3 Beautiful Beach Destinations to Explore in Jamaica

Not only is Jamaica one of the most stunningly beautiful islands in the Caribbean, it’s also a holiday destination that just has it all when it comes to culture, cuisine and character. In fact, if there’s one thing that makes visiting Jamaica tricky, it’s narrowing down where to visit. You’d have to spend several weeks […]

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Top 5 cities in Europe that solo travelers should explore this year

May 8, 2016 By thetravelchica

Top 5 cities in Europe that solo travelers should explore this year

You really can’t beat travelling solo. No other way of investigating a new location gives you the same opportunity to absorb yourself in your surroundings, and meet new people including the locals. While many people consider solo travel to be the domain of teenagers and twenty-somethings who are backpacking around the globe, it’s becoming increasingly […]

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Jamaican Food: Delicious and possibly deadly

January 26, 2015 By stephanie

Jamaican Food:  Delicious and possibly deadly

The thing I research the most for any travel destination is the food. I have my priorities straight. I arrived in Jamaica with a list of local dishes and native fruits to try.  I succeeded in tasting them all.  I discovered after I returned that one of my favorite foods can be poisonous if prepared […]

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The World’s Top 5 Treks With Stunning Views

January 11, 2015 By admin

The World’s Top 5 Treks With Stunning Views

One of the best ways to slow down, breathe deeply, and feel more grounded in life is through trekking the great outdoors. However, being out and about in nature can also take you to top peaks that show off breathtaking views of the globe’s best sights far below. From Scottish highlands and fairytale forests, to […]

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Top areas to visit in Wales

February 9, 2014 By admin

Top areas to visit in Wales

Wales has recently come to my attention as an amazing place for a road trip.  The beautiful landscapes, historic castles, and reasonably small geographic area make it the perfect place to rent a car and pack my camera gear.  In this guest post, learn about the top areas. Top areas to visit in Wales You […]

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Marvel at the Maya in Mexico

February 6, 2014 By admin

Marvel at the Maya in Mexico

On my travel sabbatical through Latin America, I had a few opportunities to learn about ancient civilizations by visiting archaeological sites, museums, and indigenous communities.  In this guest post, learn more about the Maya in Mexico. Marvel at the Maya in Mexico Throughout history there have been civilizations that have left an indelible mark on […]

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Why should I go on a cruise?

February 4, 2014 By admin

Why should I go on a cruise?

I think there are two kinds of people:  those who love cruises and those who would rather stay on land.  Which type of person are you?  This guest post may help you figure that out. Why should I go on a cruise?   A life experience that everyone must undergo at one point is a […]

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For the music-loving minimalist traveler

August 10, 2013 By stephanie

For the music-loving minimalist traveler

If you read this site regularly, you know that I do not do a lot of product reviews.  There are two reasons for this: 1.  I want to keep the content relevant to all of you AND 2. I have a bit of a problem with the consumer culture and don’t believe in buying things […]

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Awesome people I met while traveling: Meet Kim

August 4, 2013 By stephanie

Awesome people I met while traveling:  Meet Kim

I’m starting a new series about the people I met during my travel sabbatical because I want to share inspiring and interesting stories about regular people who have chosen to live life on their own terms, a life filled with travel.  While I have great memories of quite a few “travel friends,” there are a […]

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Amsterdam City Profile

June 25, 2013 By stephanie

Amsterdam City Profile

Amsterdam is one of those must-visit cities that I have somehow not yet visited.  This guest post by ProntoHotel provides a quick and easy profile of the city with basic information to plan a trip or at least inspire you to put Amsterdam on your travel list. Amsterdam City Profile Amsterdam is a wonderful city […]

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Hola! I'm Stephanie. At the age of 29, I started my solo travel sabbatical through Latin America, and this site is where I share my experiences with friends, family, and you.

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