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The Greatest Adventure of My Life

The Greatest Adventure of My Life

Teotihuacan Pyramids near Mexico CityThe greatest adventure of my life started last week. I flew to Mexico City to begin a journey through Central and South America. There’s no set plan or time frame except to check a few things off my bucket list: Patagonia, the salt...

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Why You Should Travel NOW

Why You Should Travel NOW

Inspired by my birthday, I wanted to share a personal essay about timing and why you should travel NOW. I also announce my latest travel plans, which might possibly be the greatest adventure of my life. (Hint: It involves a mountain and a new continent.)

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12 Places Not to Miss in India

12 Places Not to Miss in India

I’ve compiled a list of my favorite places—a mixture of both well-known and off the radar spots that I discovered during my five summers in India. Writing this post made me more homesick for India. I hope it inspires you to book a flight!

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What It’s Like to Climb Kilimanjaro

What It’s Like to Climb Kilimanjaro

I recap my Kilimanjaro trek with a day-by-day breakdown of my journey on the 7-day Lemosho Route. I include ALL the details and photos from each day of the trek from the scenic vistas to the bathrooms.

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How to Prepare for Long-term Travel

How to Prepare for Long-term Travel

Since 2008, I have been on the road non-stop working mostly as a freelance photographer. I’ve visited 43 countries and lived in five. Here are a few tips about how to get ready for your own long-term trip!

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What the Pandemic Taught Me About Travel

What the Pandemic Taught Me About Travel

As someone whose life and career revolve around travel, the pandemic induced an unexpected sense of gratitude and nostalgia for the times I’d said yes to someone’s crazy travel idea or concocted my own solo adventures.

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9 Ways to Save Money NOW for Travel*

9 Ways to Save Money NOW for Travel*

One day we will all travel again. Until then, let’s focus on saving money for the epic adventures ahead. I have literally done 90% of the things mentioned in the past year to save money. Regardless of your financial situation, these tips will help you save money!

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Resources

Resources

Travel ResourcesHate Planning? Need help finding the best deal? Finding the best deals and quality gear can be exhausting and overwhelming. To help, I collected my favorite travel resources and products to help save you both time and money.  I firmly believe in all of...

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My Favorite Travel Books*

My Favorite Travel Books*

If you’ve got cabin fever or an itch to travel, then I’ve got some good travel books that will keep you entertained until it’s safe to travel again! These are my favorite travel books of all time and have helped shape my unconventional life of nonstop adventure. Check out my list!

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The Hardest Part of Travel

The Hardest Part of Travel

The hardest part of travel isn’t what you think. It’s not the jet lag, food poisoning or being stuck in the middle seat on a 12-hour flight between two people who’ve haven’t showered months or possibly ever.
It’s coming home.

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