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My Marrakech Souk Shopping Guide

I visited Morocco back in December, and I’m still recovering from the absolute glory that was Marrakech and the Sahara. It’s a wonderful place to visit for adventurers, scholars and […]

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The Sound of Music Fun Facts

My family and I traveled to Vienna and Salzburg over Thanksgiving. It was an incredible trip with stops at palaces, Christmas Markets, Mozart concerts and more than one indulgence in […]

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Tongariro Alpine Crossing Traveler’s Guide

The best one-day trek in all of New Zealand, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, is a challenging, but completely doable excursion for passionate hikers. Stunning views of the brilliantly green Emerald […]

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Taupo Traveler’s Guide

Here’s something funny: After researching Taupo’s Huka Lodge for ages, I was anxious to take a quick tour of the property and sample some of their renowned breakfast buffet. As […]

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Hobbiton and Rotorua Traveler’s Guide

First things first, I’m the realest. Second things second, if planning to explore the North Island of New Zealand, you must rent a car. Not only are rental prices super […]

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Auckland Traveler’s Guide

We picked up a straggler in Auckland! Just kidding. Our friend Grace joined our southern hemispheric adventure in New Zealand. While we traveled from Port Douglas to Sydney to Auckland, […]

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Port Douglas Traveler’s Guide

After our visit to Sydney, Haley and I were already struggling to wrap our minds around the concept that May is considered to be a ‘bad weather’ month in Australia. […]

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Sydney Traveler’s Guide

This past week, my sister and I journeyed to beautiful Sydney, Australia. An incredible city with a wealth of sandstone buildings, beautiful beaches and amazing views, you really can’t […]

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Australia-New Zealand Winter Packing List

This May, my sister and I have planned a post-graduation trip to Australia and New Zealand. “Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! Oi! Oi! Oi!” Am I already basically a native? Possibly. Well-versed in […]