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New York State’s Hudson Valley

New York State’s Hudson Valley

The Hudson Valley (also known as the Hudson River Valley) is a region in Upstate New York that stretches from the Capital District to Yonkers in Westchester County, which borders New York City. It’s divided into three subregions: the Upper, Mid, and Lower Hudson Valley. Named after the Hudson River, a tidal estuary that ebbs and flows with the ocean tide, the region is abundant in natural resources and beauty. From the Catskill Mountains to the Adirondack Range as well…

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Meandering Around Matosinhos

Meandering Around Matosinhos

Matosinhos (pronounced “ma-toh-ZEEN-yos”) is a major port, fishing area, and beach town in northern Portugal a few kilometers away from Porto. It is known for its abundance of tasty fish and seafood restaurants as well as for its long stretch of beach. Matosinhos can get quite busy with locals and tourists during the summer months, making warmer off-season months like May, September, and October perfect. How to Get to Matosinhos Matosinhos can be accessed via metro, bus, and tram from…

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24 Hours in Athens, Greece

24 Hours in Athens, Greece

Athens is the capital of Greece as well as Europe’s oldest capital. It is known to be the birthplace of democracy, in which all citizens should have a voice in governing their society. As the heart of Ancient Greece, Athens was home to a powerful civilization and empire. Evidence of this past is scattered throughout the city, with 5th-century BC landmarks—Acropolis, Parthenon temple, and theaters—being defining sights. 24 hours is definitely not enough time to fully experience this monstrosity of…

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Travel Planning Process

Travel Planning Process

Do you ever feel stuck when you have to plan a trip? The entire process can be very overwhelming, but know that you can do it! Give yourself plenty of time to plan and keep reading to see how I typically tackle planning for a trip in advance. Read on to learn more about planning for an upcoming trip. If you need some destination ideas, [click here] for my Travel Guides! Pre-Planning Planning out time in advance helps visualize what’s…

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Bullet Journal Tips

Bullet Journal Tips

Bullet journaling helps track different aspects of life in a single space. I started a 2019 bullet journal to practice self-expression and personal accountability in a tangible, non-digital format. For me, it’s the perfect intersection of planning, doodling, creating, and documenting. I also incorporate travel plans, expenses, and itineraries into my journal! I’m not an expert bullet journal-er by any means, but here are some tips to inspire you to start your own. Bullet Journal Tips Invest in supplies: If…

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Sabang and the Subterranean River National Park

Sabang and the Subterranean River National Park

Sabang is a small village that’s part of larger Puerto Princesa, but is approximately 80 kilometers northwest of the city center. You must drive through heavily forested land along winding roads for more than one hour to get to the beautiful, remote Sabang area. Activities in Sabang Sabang Beach: The beach in this cute little village is absolute paradise. The waters are crystal clear, the sands pure white, and not a piece of trash can be found. It’s the perfect…

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Tips for Island Hopping in Honda Bay, Palawan

Tips for Island Hopping in Honda Bay, Palawan

Island hopping in the Philippines was one of my favorite experiences thus far while traveling! Although I was traveling solo in the Philippines, the experience was not had alone as I booked a tour. Usually, I’m not a tour-person because I enjoy figuring things independently and going at my own pace. It also tends to be a bit cheaper to coordinate travel stuff without a company. However, island hopping in Honda Bay is most easily experienced by utilizing a day-tour….

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Packing for a Weekend Trip

Packing for a Weekend Trip

While some weekends are dedicated to errands, chores, and relaxing, many of my weekends are solely carved out for short excursions to remind me why life is worth living. Back in 2017, I made a personal goal to take at least one trip every month. This slowly turned into taking trips every other weekend. Then, I moved to Japan and the urge to explore plagued me even further. Now, I go places as often as I can based on my…

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