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North America Travel Guides

Photo Guide to Mesa Verde National Park

Photo Guide to Mesa Verde National Park

In this post, I share my favorite photographs, camera settings and logistical details about visiting Mesa Verde National Park. I’ve included a detailed chart of the best times for photography at the most popular sites during the summer.

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Fall Guide to Blue Ridge Parkway & Shenandoah National Park

Fall Guide to Blue Ridge Parkway & Shenandoah National Park

In mid-October, I did a solo road trip to photograph the fall leaves in Shenandoah National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia and North Carolina. In this post, I share my photographs, logistics and travel tips for this region along with safety tips for traveling during COVID.

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Photo Guide to the Havasu Falls Hike

Photo Guide to the Havasu Falls Hike

Havasu Falls is one of my favorite hikes of all time! In this post, I cover all the details about the route, how to get the elusive permit and a detailed packing list to help you start planning your 2019 adventure for this classic Arizona hike!

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How to Get to Bodie State Historic Park

How to Get to Bodie State Historic Park

Let me tell you a travel secret: The most amazing places are usually the hardest to find. The ghost town of Bodie, California is one of those places. Check out my photo guide to this abandoned town that’s 106 miles south of Lake Tahoe!

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Things to do in Yellowstone National Park

Things to do in Yellowstone National Park

I just wrapped up my first trip through Yellowstone National Park. Check out my detailed photo guide to Yellowstone including where and when to go along with budget and photography tips for wildlife. Enjoy!

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6 Free Things to Do in NYC

6 Free Things to Do in NYC

My very first flight was to New York City for a school trip during college. Now, I visit at least once a year. Whether it’s your first or 40th trip to the city, make sure you check these six free sights off your list. (Plus, they are all great photo opps!)

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Interview with a NYC Expert

Interview with a NYC Expert

In this week’s Travel Tuesday Interview, I chat with native New Yorker Jennifer O’Brien, blogger and founder of the TheTravelWomen.com. She shares her favorite restaurants and the best secret spots in the city along with a few budget tips!

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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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