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Continue reading →: Arches National Park: A hike for adventure seekersArches National Park is a breathtaking wonderland of towering rock formations, delicate arches, and rugged desert landscapes. While many visitor’s stick to the main trails and popular viewpoints, those who seek a thrill and more adventure will want to include the challenging terrain of “The Devil’s Garden” trail. *If you’re…
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Continue reading →: How to travel & see the world for Free (or nearly Free!)Have you ever wondered how to save tons of $$$ on your next travel adventure or if it’s possible to travel for free/nearly free? If you’ve questioned how to travel cheaply, maximize your budget or travel for free see below for tips & tricks you can utilize now that will…
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Continue reading →: How to plan: An Epic Road Trip To Utah’s Mighty 5Last week we returned from one of the most beautiful & family friendly destinations in the United States, a road trip through part of the Southwest. Continue reading for information about my planning process, organization & packing tips/hacks that will help you plan your own amazing road trip to the…
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Continue reading →: Winter roadtrip through Utah’s Mighty 5: Travel recap & packing listUtah is the ultimate playground for every nature lover, avid hiker, backpacker & National Park enthusiast. The Mighty 5 offers everything you could ever hope for and then some. The parks are filled with mountains, rugged trails to traverse, breathtaking landscape, colorful rock formations, jaw dropping views that leave you…
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Continue reading →: An epic adventure exploring the treasures of VietnamHi friends, today I have a special guest sharing her highlights and insights from her recent visit to the beautiful country of Vietnam. Recently my good friend Janelle traveled to Vietnam with an incredible program called Center for Geography Education in Oregon (C-GEO). Janelle is a seasoned world traveler that…
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