Ruidoso is the Most Amazing Place You’ve Never Heard Of

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As someone always in search of the affordable destinations that offer the perfect blend of mountains, water, city and outdoors, Ruidoso checks all the boxes for an ideal four-seasons destination and this is one gem I can’t wait to share with you.

Patagonia is Incredibly Hard to Plan, But Totally Worth It Once You Get There

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A lot of people wonder where Patagonia is located because it's basically the edge of the Earth. As far south as you can possible get in South America, the raw wilderness clings to the very tip of the continent. Rugged and untamed,…

A Street Art Tour of Santiago (and a Few Other Cities in South America)

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If you know me, you know I’m obsessed with street art and fully believe it’s the most intimate way to get to know a city. It’s visual storytelling meets hidden messaging, and the best way to get a true vibe and pulse on a place. South…

Machu Picchu or Patagonia: Which is the Best Long Distance Trek for You?

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If you’re considering doing a long distance trek, South America’s signature hikes should be at the top of your expedition bucket list. Machu Picchu and the O or W in Patagonia are amazing, multi-day journeys that are designed to change…

The State That Surprised Me The Most

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You may recall last summer I fell so deeply in love with South Dakota I hightailed it there twice in two months. I fully believe it’s the most underrated state in the country and despite being home to one of the most visited…

How NOT To See Tulum

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An easy day trip from Playa Del Carmen and just 15 minutes from Cancun, Tulum is currently one of the trendiest spots on the planet. The only Mayan city built on a coast; the ruins are an incredible mix of jungle, stone walls,…

Putting the SEA in Seattle

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If you would’ve told me a month ago I’d be on a boat in the dead of winter in the Pacific Northwest, I wouldn’t have believed you, but here we are. Having grown up on the lake, I’ve been a water baby since birth and even lifeguarded for six years. It seemed like Seattle and I were destined to be soul mates.

22 Things That Surprised Me About New Zealand

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Before we get into the nitty gritty, let’s make one thing clear: I was obsessed with New Zealand before I ever stepped foot on the island. It had been #1 on my bucket list for years, but I had put off visiting because I didn’t think I had…

The Truth About Going on a Yacht Week in Croatia

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It’s rare I take vacations with friends these days, but the stars aligned and four (very busy and hard to plan) girls from across the US met up for Yacht Week Croatia, sailing from Dubrovnik to Split across the dazzling…

NZ: It’s Not You, It’s Me

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This is hard to write. So hard in fact, that I’ve been putting it off for a month. It’s like that relationship you know isn’t going anywhere, but drag out solely because it’s easier than having that awkward conversation. Much…