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Category: Land

My Honest Review of a Girls Weekend in America’s Most Violent State

Posted on October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 by kowalkowskiallison

New Mexico is a state that’s been on my bucket list for years. I probably have to credit (blame?) Instagram influencers for that. When someone really pretty who’s really good at taking photos goes to White Sands National Park or the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, New Mexico as a destination becomes very appealing. But of course…

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One Day in Arches National Park

Posted on September 16, 2024September 16, 2024 by kowalkowskiallison

We started our epic road trip across Utah with one day in Arches National Park. Of course, one day is never enough to do it all, but we were able to get a really good feel for this park with the time we had. If you only have one day in Arches, I do recommend…

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A Millennial Shares Her Best Podcasts For A Road Trip

Posted on August 20, 2024August 20, 2024 by kowalkowskiallison

I’ve been a podcast listener/fan for almost a decade now! I have them on doing chores at home, when I’m driving around running errands, in the background at work, during travel, or (when I’m really hooked) just because. I share my favorite listens from time to time on my seasonal update posts, but I’ve never…

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What NOT To Do Before Your Trip With MedSailors

Posted on August 4, 2024August 4, 2024 by kowalkowskiallison

If you found this post, most likely it’s because you already booked an epic sailing holiday with MedSailors. Woohoo you are going to have the best time! Or maybe you’re still in the daydreaming phase and you’re craving all the MedSailors content before you book. I’ve definitely been there, too! I did my first trip…

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The California Zephyr! Riding from Chicago to Grand Junction (and back)

Posted on July 23, 2024July 23, 2024 by kowalkowskiallison

This spring I got to check another thing off my bucket list: riding the California Zephyr! The California Zephyr is an Amtrak train that takes you from Chicago to San Francisco in about 52 hours, if you do the whole route. My boyfriend and I were headed to Utah to visit Salt Lake City and…

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20 Trips to Take in Your Twenties

Posted on July 17, 2024July 17, 2024 by kowalkowskiallison

As someone who recently left her twenties behind, I wanted to reflect on all the travels I did during that period of my life (and what I missed but wish I hadn’t). I figured the best way to reminisce but also help anyone who finds this post was to make it into a guide of…

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Honeymoon Guide to Chicago

Posted on July 11, 2024July 11, 2024 by kowalkowskiallison

INTRO Chicago is one of my favorite cities in the world, and I’m so excited to share its more romantic side in this honeymoon guide. While you might only think of sports and deep dish pizza at first mention, there’s also incredible architecture, culture, and entertainment waiting to be discovered. For those wanting more than…

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75 Things to Do in London

Posted on June 6, 2024June 6, 2024 by kowalkowskiallison

Whether it’s your first time in London or your tenth, I’ve got you covered with 75 things to do in London! I personally love referencing big listicles like this when I’m planning my travels. If I’m going somewhere I’ve never been before, I want to hit a lot of highlights. I use these types of…

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