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The feature image above is of petroglyphs found in the Wadi Rum desert in Jordan. The symbols represent messages that travellers passing through the desert left for other travellers as travel guides. These ancient rock incisions passed on messages like who visited the area last or where a hidden spring can be found.

In essence, I want this space to be a modern version of the petroglyphs…

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A woman in a wide brimmed hat takes a selfie with Guatemala's Lake Atitlan and three volcanoes visible in the background.

Where to Stay in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala (for the best experience!)

The "best" place to stay in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala depends on many factors. In this post, I help you decide on the best town for your visit.

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A woman stands next to a flag pole with the Guatemalan flag waving in the wind overlooking Lake Atitlan at the Mayan Nose hike lookout point.

Lake Atitlan: 5 Essential Travel Tips for Your Adventure!

Lake Atitlan has long been an unmissable stop in Guatemala. Here are my essential travel tips for Lake Atitlan!

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A woman looks out towards the city of Antigua, Guatemala from a balcony at Altamira.

5 Best Day Trips from Antigua, Guatemala

Antigua's central location makes it the perfect base for day trips. In this post, I share 5 of the best day trips from Antigua, Guatemala.

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A woman in a blue shirt sits cross legged on a giant wooden hand that offers a birds eye view of Antigua, Guatemala and its lush, green surroundings.

15 Wonderful Things To Do in Antigua, Guatemala

Antigua is my favourite city in Guatemala. In this post, I share 15 wonderful things to do in Antigua, Guatemala!

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A woman in a blue jacket walks towards a yellow arch way (Arco de Santa Catalina) amongst the cobblestone streets of Antigua, Guatemala with Volcan de Agua in the distance.

Antigua, Guatemala: 5 Essential Travel Tips

Named as one of the most beautiful Spanish colonial towns, Antigua is a must-see site in Guatemala. Here are my travel tips to get you there!

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A woman looks towards a water as she swims in the emerald waters of Semuc Champey in Guatemala.

10 Best Things To Do in Semuc Champey

Are you stuck in the Guatemalan jungle near Semuc Champey for a couple days? In this post, I share the best things to do in Semuc Champey.

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A woman in a straw hat stand on a deck known as El Mirador looking over turquoise, tiered pools at Guatemala's Semuc Champey.

Semuc Champey: The Ultimate Solo Traveler’s Guide

Semuc Champey has long been an unmissable stop in Guatemala. I'm sharing the solo traveler's ultimate guide for how to get to Semuc Champey!

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A woman in a yellow dress walks down the main set of stairs at Chapultepec Castle in Mexico City with a giant mural in the background.

15 Wonderful Things To Do in Mexico City

Mexico City is one of my favourite cities in the world. In this post, I share 15 of the best things to do in Mexico City for first timers!

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A calavera puppet interacts with a police officer during the 2019 Day of the Dead parade in Mexico City.

Day of the Dead 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Celebrating in Mexico City

Mexico City hosts the grandest Day of the Dead celebrations. I am sharing my guide for celebrating Day of the Dead in CDMX for 2025.

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A woman in an elaborate costume with silver and blue shells and plastic fruit takes a selfie while marching in a Sambadrome parade during Rio Carnival.

15 Awesome Things To Do at Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro

Unsure of HOW to celebrate Carnaval while in Rio? In this post, I share 15 awesome things to do at Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro!

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A woman smiles in Rio de Janeiro's Sambadrome at night with the Praça da Apoteose arch in the background and the city lights.

10 Essential Travel Tips for Carnival in Rio de Janeiro

If you're looking for the biggest party in the world, look no further than Carnival in Rio de Janeiro! In this post, I share some essential travel tips for Rio Carnival.

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A woman takes a selfie during a Carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro's Carnival celebrations in the Sambadrome.

The Ultimate Guide to Carnival in Brazil

Ready to head to Brazil for Carnival? Here is the ultimate guide to experiencing the largest Carnival celebration in the world!

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A woman skips along the banks of a vibrant blue glacial lake at the foot of a snow capped mountain in Joffre Lakes park in British Columbia

Cheat Sheet: Canada

Having called this country home for decades, I am excited to share insider tips as a local. In this post, I share my top Canada travel tips!

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A woman stands on the shores of Hecate Strait in Haida Gwaii with Tree Island in the background.

10 Best Things To Do In Haida Gwaii

Haida Gwaii is made up of the most isolated islands of Canada. In this post, I share 10 of the best things to do in Haida Gwaii.

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Two women and a man smile from behind a coconut stand.

Cheat Sheet: Nicaragua

Known as the "land of lakes and volcanoes", Nicaragua absolutely captured my imagination. In this post, I share my top Nicaragua travel tips.

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A woman sits on the branch of a tree hanging over the black sand shores of Charco Verde with Volcan Concepcion in the background on Ometepe Island in Nicaragua.

10 Wonderful Things To Do in Ometepe Island

Last updated: Isla de Ometepe (pronounced oh-MEH-teh-peh) is one of the most unique islands in the world. It is the world’s largest volcanic island formed […]

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A woman is on a swing over a lake facing a volcano during sunset.

Where to Stay in Ometepe Island (for the best experience!)

Where you stay on Ometepe Island could make or break your visit. Here are tips for choosing where to stay in Ometepe for the best experience!

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A woman walk on the sandbar of Punta Jesus Maria in Isla de Ometepe in Nicaragua.

5 Essential Travel Tips for Isla de Ometepe

Ometepe has long been an unmissable stop on the backpacker route in Nicaragua. Here are the essential travel tips for Isla de Ometepe!

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A woman looks at the smoke coming out of the Masaya Volcano at sunset.

5 Awesome Day Trips from Granada, Nicaragua

Granada is the perfect base for the best experiences in Nicaragua. This post lists the best day (and night) trips from Granada, Nicaragua.

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A woman in a dress sits on the circular window of a church tower looking down at Granada, Nicaragua during sunset.

10 Best Things To Do in Granada, Nicaragua

As the oldest city in the Americas, Granada is worth a spot in your itinerary. Here are 10 of the best things to do in Granada, Nicaragua!

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