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Category: Land

5 Days in Mexico City: First-timer’s Guide

Posted on May 18, 2022May 18, 2022 by kowalkowskiallison

I recently returned from 5 days in Mexico City and wanted to share my guide for first-timers. I had heard such great things about Mexico City over the past few years and was sooooo excited to visit. I went with a group of 6 for a bachelorette party, which is a bit unique, but I…

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4 Nights in the Bahamas

Posted on March 21, 2022March 21, 2022 by kowalkowskiallison

Last year I went to the Caribbean for the first time, and this year I went back to experience another country. I spent 4 nights in the Bahamas with one of my very best friends. My 2nd Annual Caribbean Escape was a huge success, and I’m convinced I need to continue the tradition next year….

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Bring Your International Bucket List to the U.S. With These 10 Trips

Posted on March 15, 2022March 15, 2022 by kowalkowskiallison

How can we bring our international bucket lists to the U.S.? The pandemic has made traveling abroad that much riskier, and at the same time, we’re realizing how precious our time is. We’re itching to tick experiences off our bucket lists more than ever before. The U.S. has no shortage of options for a bucket…

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Solo Female Travel in Greece

Posted on February 16, 2022February 16, 2022 by kowalkowskiallison

I had so many questions about solo female travel in Greece before I spent 2 weeks there. Although Greece is a very mainstream country to visit, I couldn’t find many posts specifically about solo female travel there! So I wanted to put this guide together for those of you looking to plan your own trip….

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Solo Female Travel in Panama

Posted on January 24, 2022January 24, 2022 by kowalkowskiallison

I recently returned from 2 and 1/2 weeks of solo female travel in Panama and wanted to get all my thoughts and recommendations into one post for anyone planning their own trip. Or for anyone daydreaming about travel–you’ve come to the right place. Panama had been on my bucket list for years (mainly because of…

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Female Packing List for Greece (in Sept)

Posted on October 27, 2021October 27, 2021 by kowalkowskiallison

I recently got back from 2 wonderful weeks in Greece and wanted to share everything I packed in my bag! This female packing list for Greece is meant to accompany the video linked below where I talk through what I brought and why. Then I’ve linked a few of the exact outfits in case you’re…

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A Chicago Staycation for When You Want to Treat Yo’Self

Posted on August 3, 2021September 4, 2024 by kowalkowskiallison

Sometimes the closer we live to a destination, the less we see it as an option for a getaway. It might feel less special or feel like a pointless way to spend money when your home is nearby. But for any of you who live in the greater Chicagoland area (like me), a Chicago staycation…

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Solo Female Travel in Turks and Caicos

Posted on March 23, 2021September 4, 2024 by kowalkowskiallison

When researching solo female travel in Turks and Caicos, I didn’t find many resources, so I wanted to put together a full guide! If you’re dreaming of a Caribbean escape, TCI (Turks and Caicos Islands) has you covered. With award-winning beaches, friendly locals, COVID infrastructure, tons of sunshine, and all of the good vibes I…

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