What to see and do with a 24 hour stop in Page, just a few minutes from the Utah border! Horseshoe Bend It is 100% worth it to be here for sunrise or sunset. Otherwise half of Horseshoe Bend will be in shade, making it hard to see the full canyon and bending Colorado River. […]
Category Archives: Travel Tips
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Bryce National Park and Zion National Park are only a 1.5hr drive apart and are often paired together when visiting the area. Below are the best tips for how to spend your time in each. Bryce Bryce is the smallest National Park in Utah and can easily be experienced in 2 days max. Bryce is […]
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The Town Moab is only 5 square miles, with about 5,000 residents. Stay at a hotel on North Main Street so that you can walk to cafes, restaurants and shops. The town is dwarfed by red rocks and the La Sur Mountains and is perfect for anyone seeking adventure in the middle of nowhere USA. […]
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My Experience in Egypt as a Solo, Blonde Female Traveler Egypt has a low crime rate, a strong police presence and screenings/ checkpoints throughout the country, yet it gets a bad rep. Since 2011, tourism numbers have plummeted, though it seems to be slowly picking up again. After having traveled in Egypt, I didn’t ever […]
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But really there’s no question! Here are the pros and cons of booking a tour group when traveling in Egypt. I wouldn’t consider myself a “tour person.” I enjoy the planning process, creating itineraries, and exploring on my own schedule. I don’t mind traveling solo and usually make friends at my accommodation or just out […]
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Fun facts and tips about ancient Egypt and modern day life when traveling in Cairo, Giza, Aswan and Luxor. Including THE most important 2019 update! Most products at the traditional bazaars and markets are fake. China mass produces the designs and that is why you’ll see the same items over and over. For authentic products, […]
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You’ve booked your flight (and hopefully tour!) Now it’s a matter of what to bring with you and how much you can expect to spend once you’re there! What to Pack: Conditioner – most hotels will provide shampoo but not conditioner Dry Shampoo – for early morning excursions! Hat/sunscreen/sunglasses – the heat is intense and […]
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Surprising facts and tips learned while traveling in St. Louis, Missouri The Gateway Arch is the tallest arch in the world at 630ft tall. There’s a tram that carries visitors to the top of the arch in 4 minutes. But there’s more in St. Louis than the arch… The French influence is telling in many […]
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If you didn’t grow up in the area OR you are not a golfer, chances are you haven’t heard of Kiawah Island. I traveled there for a wedding and was blown away by how gorgeous it was. However, I had no idea it was such a private community. With only two hotels, one grocery store […]
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Check these off your list and you’re guaranteed to have a fantastic trip! Visit a castle or palaceDublin Castle is the obvious choice as it’s the symbol of Edinburgh. But there’s also the ruins of Dunnottar Castle on the water, Dunrobin Castle in the Highlands or the impressive Stirling Castle. In addition, the Palace of […]