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Author: kowalkowskiallison

Get (Dis)Connected

Posted on March 7, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

Not being able to connect to wifi for any extended period time seems crazy and/or impossible in the world we live in today. Our smart phones have become an extension of our bodies. We are constantly texting, instagramming, facebooking, snap chatting, emailing, “connecting.” But it turns out when you spend 3 days on a volcanic island…

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Henry VIII Hot Spots in London and Beyond

Posted on February 18, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

You can thank The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory for this post. My strange fascination with Henry VIII all began after reading this book back in high school. And when I lived in London last year, I couldn’t help but check out as many places as possible that had anything to do with this infamous…

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Beginner’s Guide to Hiking San Diego

Posted on January 21, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

Once we made the move from Indiana to San Diego, I knew I wanted to get involved with all the hiking in the area. It was a little overwhelming trying to figure out where to hike first- there are many great options! So I’ve put together my top 3 picks for beginners-whether you are new to…

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Lasting Impressions From My 1st Time in a 3rd World Country

Posted on January 11, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

I think it’s pretty fair to say that most travelers go into a trip hoping to be changed by it in some way (i.e. want to have a life-changing experience). That’s how I’ve always felt before embarking into the unknown on all of my travels. Will this trip change me? What will I learn? What…

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Nicaragua Photo Diary

Posted on December 14, 2015August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

Our route and where we stayed 🙂 I flew into Managua, Nicaragua and met up with Ellen at the airport. We decided to only spend one night in Managua since there was not much of interest to do. We stopped by a local bar for our first Tonas and tostones of the trip! Hostel: Managua Backpacker’s…

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Sunset Sips at Cordiano Winery

Posted on November 24, 2015August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

Since moving to San Diego, wine tasting has quickly become one of my favorite ways to spend a day. It doesn’t get much better than picturesque views, good wine, and a gorgeous sunset. Thank you Cordiano Winery for offering all of the above and more! Tasting price: 7 tastes for $12 Food: Brick-oven pizzas When to go:…

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Advice for First-Time Backpackers

Posted on November 8, 2015August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

For those of you out there who are about to embark on your first backpacking trip (or are thinking about it), and, like me before I went on mine, would like to get some insight into what it might be like: here are my top tips and a little blurb about each! Don’t over plan…

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Harry Potter Heaven

Posted on October 27, 2015August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

It’s sad to admit that visiting Leavesden Studios for the Harry Potter tour was such an emotional experience for me (aka crying actual tears), but growing up as a huge Harry Potter fan and then getting to see where the magic happened in person will do that to you. Being in the presence of these…

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