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Zancudo an Untouched Paradise in Costa Rica

Ever wonder what it would be like to live the life of a Tico for a day? Well...me either but after my recent trip to Zancudo, I slowed...

A Guide to Hiking Rio Celeste

This month I traveled to Costa Rica for the first time was able to do a little exploring over two weeks and the highlight of my trip was...

A Full Moon Party Survival Guide on Koh Phangan

Knowing that my boyfriend Joe and I were going to Thailand this summer for 2 and a half weeks, attending the legendary Full Moon Party on...

The Marvels of Angkor Wat in 1 Day

"If you are depressed, you're living in the past. If you are anxious you're living in the future. If you are at peace, you're living in...

The Bolaven Plateau, Laos: How to Spend 1 Day

Sometimes the best days are those completely unforeseen. I did not plan on visiting Pakse or the Bolaven Plateau while I was traveling...

How to Visit the Terracotta Warriors Xi'An, China

I'm usually one who always opts out of the guided tours and goes at it on my own. I like to figure it out, be able to write about the...

El Nido Tours

El Nido Palawan, Philippines has been the 'trending' destination for a couple years now and of course I wanted to see what all the hype...

The Ultimate Guide to Beijing

If you're traveling to China chances are Beijing is on the itinerary. Not only is Beijing the capital of China but it is the nations...

Best Bars & Restaurants in Vang Vieng, Laos

No trip to Laos would be completed without a visit to explore the lush, mountainous town of Vang Vieng. It once had a BIG reputation for...

Laos a 2 Week Itinerary

Laos is a gem landlocked between Thailand to the west, Vietnam to the east, Cambodia to the south, and Myanmar and China to the north. ...

Koh Rong, Cambodia - A Beginners Guide

Every time I visit southeast Asia I am always drawn to Cambodia and this summer was no exception BUT instead of making my normal rounds...

2 Days in Kampot and Kep, Cambodia

I get asked a lot 'What my favorite country is?' and Cambodia is always in my top 3. I love the warm, welcoming people, the history and...

Don Det, Laos - A Complete Guide

If you're looking for a place to kick back, relax, and throw down a few beers, then the 4,000 Islands is your spot! Nestled in the midst...

Catching the Slow Boat from Thailand to Laos

If you're traveling from Northern Thailand to Luang Prabang Laos there are a few options on how to get there. You can fly (most...

Pai Thailand in 1 Day

If you've been to Northern Thailand then you've probably heard of Pai. It's a small hippy town northwest of Chiang Mai towards the...

How to Book a Train Ticket in China

Not being able to speak the Chinese language and having to travel through China on hand motions alone can be very intimidating and...

27 Things I learned while backpacking China

I don't think you can truly prepare for China. You hear its crowded and its polluted but you never truly understand until you do it...

Bryce Canyon in 1 Day

Bryce Canyon exceeded my expectations. Just like many natural landscapes of the world, pictures did not do Bryce justice. Bryce Canyon...

The Best of Utah's National Parks in 1 Week

Exploring Utah's National Parks have always been high on my bucket list. There's just something about the towering slabs of red rock,...

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Adventurer.  Snowboarder.  Runner.  Avid learner.  Lover of coffee, good times, avocados, and whiskey.  Explorer with a terrible sense of direction.  My bucket list keeps getting longer know matter how many items I keep ticking off.

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I created this blog to inform and inspire you to make travel happen.  Whether you're on a budget searching for adventure or looking for luxury and relaxation, I have the tips and tricks of the trade that will help you plan your travels.  What are you waiting for?  Come get beautifully lost with me.  

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