Hong Kong is very hilly. And despite being a major concrete jungle with the highest number of skyscrapers in the world, it also has a lot of rural areas with parks and forests. Locals will take photos of people that look foreign. Consider it a compliment! The rules of the road are minimal so be […]
Tag Archives: explore
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Feb
Feb
NYC is one of the best cities in the world because of its culture and energy. The variety of experiences is unparalleled anywhere else in the world. If you’re looking for excuses to visit or unique things to do, these are my personal top ten experiences since I moved to the city. 1. Summer Day […]
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Dec
Dec
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. […]
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Dec
Dec
If you have limited time, below are the four things I would prioritize in Utah and Arizona along with suggestions and tips! Hoodoos in the Snow Bryce Canyon is one of the most populated hoodoo locations in the world. Hoodoos are irregular columns of rocks formed by weather and erosion. These sandstone rocks sit in […]
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Oct
Oct
Eight Days Exploring Cairo, Aswan and Luxor with Intrepid Travel in October 2019 If you’re on the edge of booking an Egyptian trip or a Cairo-based tour, allow me to push you one way or other! Below is my very thorough take and experience on the Discover Egypt & Jordan Intrepid tour. I wouldn’t have […]
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Oct
Oct
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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Oct
Oct
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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Oct
Oct
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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Oct
Oct
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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Oct
Oct
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 […]