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Wellness Travel 101: What’s It Like to Stay at a Wellness Resort?

Wellness Travel 101: What’s It Like to Stay at a Wellness Resort?

If you would have asked me a few months ago about my opinions on spa resorts and wellness retreats, I probably would have told...
How to Take a Day Trip to the Amalfi Coast from Rome (+ If It’s Really Worth It)

How to Take a Day Trip to the Amalfi Coast from Rome (+ If It’s Really Worth It)

The Amalfi Coast, with its pastel-colored towns perched on the sides of cliffs, terraced lemon groves, and ever-present glimpse of deep blue sea is...
January 2020 Travel and Blogging Recap

January 2020 Travel and Blogging Recap

It's a whole new year, people! I rang in 2020 at home with Elliot and Weasley (that would be my husband and my cat,...
What to Wear in Morocco: A Complete Morocco Packing List for Women

What to Wear in Morocco: A Complete Morocco Packing List for Women

When I was planning my first trip to Morocco, I spent time reading through tons of blog posts and packing lists about the country....
8 Things That Surprised Me About Traveling in Turkey (and One That Didn’t)

8 Things That Surprised Me About Traveling in Turkey (and One That Didn’t)

I became obsessed with the idea of visiting Turkey – and, more specifically, Istanbul – back in college, when I read a book that...
The Ultimate 3 Days in Scottsdale, Arizona Itinerary: 3 Itineraries for 3 Different Types of Travelers

The Ultimate 3 Days in Scottsdale, Arizona Itinerary: 3 Itineraries for 3 Different Types of Travelers

When it comes to weekend getaway destinations, the city of Scottsdale, Arizona, really is the full package. It's easy to get to and get...
Venice Survival Guide: My Top 10 Venice Travel Tips to Help You Love Your First Trip

Venice Survival Guide: My Top 10 Venice Travel Tips to Help You Love Your First Trip

Venice, Italy, is a bucket list destination for many people. And rightly so; I've been to a lot of cities around the world, and...
December 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap

December 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap

We're already a week into a new year, but there's still one more month from 2019 to wrap up! December is usually a slower...
Year in Review: My Top 10 Travel Highlights of 2019

Year in Review: My Top 10 Travel Highlights of 2019

It's that time of year again: time for my annual year in review post! I love putting this post together each year, as it...
3 Delicious Things to Do in Rome if You Love Food

3 Delicious Things to Do in Rome if You Love Food

I tell people all the time that I am not really a “foodie” traveler; I'm no expert when it comes to local cuisine, and...
November 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap

November 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap

After an extremely busy summer and autumn filled with travel, I finally had a whole month off in November! It was a much-needed break,...
The Incredible Island of Islay in Scotland: Why to Visit + Things to Do

The Incredible Island of Islay in Scotland: Why to Visit + Things to Do

Scotland is one of my very favorite travel destinations in the world. Even after several trips there in the last few years, I keep...
Independence by Globus: Combining the Best of Two Travel Styles in One Trip

Independence by Globus: Combining the Best of Two Travel Styles in One Trip

When it comes to travel styles… well, I don't really have one. I don't fit into one style category when it comes to travel;...
Alberta Bucket List: 40+ Incredible Things to Do in Alberta, Canada

Alberta Bucket List: 40+ Incredible Things to Do in Alberta, Canada

Chances are you've heard of the Canadian province of Alberta. Maybe you've heard of its Rocky Mountain national parks, or the annual Calgary Stampede,...
A Harry Potter Lover’s Guide to London: 10+ Must-See London Harry Potter Sites

A Harry Potter Lover’s Guide to London: 10+ Must-See London Harry Potter Sites

London is one of my favorite cities in the world. I love the history, the neighborhoods, the pub culture, even the food. And I...
October 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap

October 2019 Travel and Blogging Recap

I can't believe it's already time for another monthly recap post! October absolutely FLEW by, and I'm having a hard time wrapping my head...
6 of the Best Places to Go on Safari in Africa

6 of the Best Places to Go on Safari in Africa

When it comes to travel bucket lists, “going on safari in Africa” is an item that appears on many of them. And understandably so...
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My name is Amanda, and I'm a former journalist-turned-blogger from Ohio who's been writing about travel since 2010. I seek to inspire people to be curious about the world and find ways to fit more travel into the lifestyle they already have - and I only share tips based on my personal experiences and places I've actually traveled!

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Amanda is an award-winning travel blogger based in Ohio who's been writing about travel online for more than a decade. She aims to inspire people to find ways to fit more travel and adventure into the lifestyle they already have. Learn more about Amanda here.

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