Author: Steph
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Sidemen, Bali – The Most Beautiful Part of the Island
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If you plan a trip to Bali, you’ll see all kinds of recommendations for Ubud and Canggu, but I want to talk to you about the Sidemen Valley in Bali and its surrounding area. Imagine waterfalls, rice terraces, and green jungles without the crazy amount of tourist traffic in the…
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Chain Lakes Hike: An Alpine Lake Loop with Volcano Views
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The Chain Lakes Loop Hike is one of the most popular in the North Cascades. We found it in this PNW hiking book and ended up with a perfect September day. It mixes up views of volcanoes and glaciers with sparkling alpine lakes. The hike is moderately challenging and is…
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From the Lowest Valley to the Highest Peak: A Death Valley National Park Guide
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One of our favorite spots in the US is Death Valley National Park. The landscapes are extreme, and unlike anything you’ll see anywhere else in the country. It’s not just the scenery that is extreme. The park sits next to the tallest mountain in the lower 48 states but is…
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The Ultimate Guide to Minnesota’s North Shore Scenic Drive
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Road trips are a great way to explore areas with gorgeous scenery and quaint little towns. One of our favorite road trips is along Minnesota’s North Shore scenic drive on Highway 61. If you grew up in Minnesota, like me, you know that the North Shore means the beautiful shore…
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The Most Remarkable Things to Do in North Cascades National Park
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North Cascades National Park is one of the least visited national parks in the country, but how could you miss the American Alps? It’s filled with jagged peaks, sparkling alpine lakes, tons of wildlife, and rugged backcountry. The views from your car windows will beat almost any drive through the…
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How to Spend 3 Days in Siem Reap
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Our main reason for visiting Siem Reap, Cambodia, was to visit Angkor Wat and the other temples. It’s what the city is best known for. I’m the type of person who over-researches every destination we’ve ever traveled. Our adventure is changing my ability to do that because I’m too busy…
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A Weekend Adventure: Nashville, TN
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Featuring some awesome Nashville spots that you can’t miss for a weekend adventure.
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The Catlins and the South Coast: A Less Popular Gem in New Zealand
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The region south of Dunedin is home to the Catlins Forest Park and the south coast of New Zealand. It’s definitely not as popular as the Remarkables and Queenstown. There are giant trees, ferns, and shades of green you’ve never even imagined. There are rolling hills, waterfalls, and the most…
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Top Ten Things to Do in the Twin Cities
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Visiting Minnesota for a weekend? Check out our recommendations for a weekend in the Twin Cities.
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Favorite Spots to Visit in a Colorado Winter
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Colorado is famous for its world-class skiing, but there is so much more to do during a Colorado winter. We would absolutely recommend visiting the ski slopes of Aspen, Steamboat, or even the incredible mountain town of Telluride. Still, you could easily base your trip out of Denver and have…