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Best of 2022

Best of 2022

Every month of 2022 felt like a different life. It was a blur of places across four continents—both new and old—and reunions with old friends. Every year, I share a recap of my favorite adventures and photographs. Here’s the 2022 photography edition!

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Travel Gift Ideas

Travel Gift Ideas

Some I’m back on the road, I have collected a list of my favorite travel items that I have discovered this year that have made my life easier. Here are a few ideas (both big and small) to help you find the perfect gifts for friends and family this holiday season.

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New Location Guides

New Location Guides

For two years, I’ve been freelancing for the Washington Post travel section, writing and shooting various travel stories. I’ve collected several of my stories below to make them easily accessible for location guides for Marfa, Ocracoke, New Mexico, Puerto Rico & Buenos Aires.

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Six Travel Hacks for Fall

Six Travel Hacks for Fall

I keep a running list in a note on my phone about the random things that make my travels easier, cheaper and less stressful. Now, I’ve started a series where I share these with you. Travel is more chaotic than ever. Here are six ways help fall travel go smoother!

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7 Ways to Save on Hotels & Lodging

7 Ways to Save on Hotels & Lodging

Accommodation, food and transport are the top three expenses in life and travel. With gas prices and inflation increasing, I wanted to share a few tips and resources to reduce the cost of accommodation, including hotels.

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My Top 5 Travel Hacks

My Top 5 Travel Hacks

I keep a running list in a note on my phone about the random things that make my travels easier, cheaper and less stressful. I picked five of my favorite ones to share with you here. If you like this, let me know, and I’ll continue the series in future blog posts!

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Antarctica Photo Diary

Antarctica Photo Diary

Since I spent most of December in Antarctica for work, everyone has been asking to see more photos! I’ve collected 17 of my favorite photos to show you some of the dramatic landscapes and wildlife on the white continent! Enjoy all the penguins!

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11 Great Travel Gifts

11 Great Travel Gifts

After 15 months of sitting still, I started traveling again earlier this year once I got vaccinated. I’ve collected a list of my favorite travel items that I’ve discovered or used this year that have made my life easier. Check out this year’s list of my favorite travel gear for holiday gifts!

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Hi, I’m Anna — a vagabond writer and photographer with bylines in National Geographic, The Washington Post and AFAR. I’ve been traveling solo full-time for more than a decade and built this blog to help you (and your wallet) make the most of your adventures.

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