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Phuket Named UNESCO Creative City

Tue, 15 Mar 2016 14:36:23 +0000

In honor of my new stomping grounds, Phuket, being recently declared a UNESCO Creative City due to its gastronomical delights, I would like to share my absolute favorite restaurants and dishes with you. Although each Thai region boasts unique and local treats, the food scene in Phuket is a bit different than the rest of Thailand. The island of Phuket is much more culturally heterogeneous than the mainland, and the proof is in the pudding. Food joke! The history of […]

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New Year’s Travel Goals

Sun, 10 Jan 2016 14:07:58 +0000

Before the New Year gets away from actually being new, I wanted to take some time to reflect on a bit of inventory from this year, in order to cultivate a bit of mindful gratitude, as well as to set some goals for the coming year. As a teacher, I operate in two different years, usually allowing the calendar new year to be overshadowed; so I’m taking the opportunity to nourish this part of my identity: the inquisitive visitor, the […]

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5 Female POC World Travelers, Explorers, and Pioneers You Probably Haven’t Heard About

Sun, 06 Dec 2015 05:56:23 +0000

Ever wonder what it may have been like if learning in the American public school system had been more balanced? If history classes encompassed the experiences of people of all backgrounds, races and genders? Ten year old me would have found history class much more engaging (as the only brown girl sitting in a class full of white children) if women and people of color were taught alongside the familiar arsenal of white, male explorers my teacher was so excited […]

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7 Unbelievable Southwest Parks That are Not the Grand Canyon

Sat, 28 Nov 2015 00:09:12 +0000

A couple of years ago, during the all tumult caused by congresses shutting down the federal government, I had already made plans to hike the Grand Canyon. I had lived in western New Mexico for almost three years and had never seen it! Unfortunately, as the fixed date of my entry into the park drew nearer, it became clear that I was going to have to make alternate plans. Fortunately for me, The Four Corners has more than enough incredible […]

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5 Most Important Things to Consider When Looking for a Camping Spot

Thu, 26 Feb 2015 15:09:51 +0000

Ground You want to find flat, dry, non-vegetated ground to camp on. Pay attention to where the water will collect or pass through if it rains. Will you end up in a puddle of mud in the morning? Is there a log or rock in the way of your tent? Will you be killing native plants or destroying an ecosystem by placing your tent? Distance from water As nice as it is to camp right next to a water source, […]

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5 destinations for first time female travelers

Sat, 07 Feb 2015 07:32:18 +0000

1. France France can get a bad rap at times, as the French are not always renown forth heir warm and affable demeanor. I spent a year in northern France when I was in high school, and I’ll admit I would not have put “friendly” on a top 5 list of words to describe France’s inhabitants. However, I just had the pleasure to return a few months ago, and I have to say, nearly everyone with whom I interacted was kind and […]

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10 Essential Things for International Travel

Sat, 07 Feb 2015 03:57:56 +0000

essentials for international travel 1. passport This one may seem a little obvious, but you should always check the expiration date on your passport. Some countries will not let you enter or issue you a visa if you do not have a certain amount of time on your passport left before a renewal is required. Which brings us to visas. Some countries, like Turkey, require your visa be purchased before arriving to immigration (unless you’re arriving by cruise ship and […]

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