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Category: Lifestyle

What to Wear When Visiting the Great Barrier Reef

Posted on February 21, 2017August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

Here’s what I packed for 4 days/3 nights in Port Douglas, which is quite warm pretty much all year round: 3 bathing suits…our hotel had about FIVE ACRES of pool, so I knew I’d be spending a lot of time in a bikini. You can definitely get away with only packing one, though! The brands…

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2017 Travel Goals

Posted on December 27, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

We’ve reached that time when everyone reflects on the year past and starts making resolutions and setting goals for the new year. Daydreaming about travel is what I’m best at, and I’ve had so much fun thinking about potential trips for 2017. I wanted to write a post sharing what I think could happen travel-wise, so…

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Ollie O’Loughlin’s Guide to Airport Beers

Posted on September 19, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

For this post I interviewed my hubby, who is Australian and therefore has traveled a hell of a lot more than I have. Over the years, he has basically perfected the art of drinking in airports around the world and considers himself “the man, the myth, the legend of airport beers”. I wanted to share…

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Reflecting on Time With Jord Watches: My 1 Year Blogiversary

Posted on September 10, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

Quite often as I’m scrolling through the blogs I follow, I come across their anniversary posts. Reflections on the past year of their blogs-two, three, and even more years having passed since they first started. Then it dawned on me that I too have a blog and realized that it’s already turning a year old….

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Feel Like You’re on Vacation with This Tropical Smoothie Recipe

Posted on July 9, 2016August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

I can’t afford to go to the Maldives right now let alone get time off work, so I’m being mentally transported there via this tropical smoothie bowl. It’s super easy to make and has been my go-to lunch lately, full of enough energy to get me through my busy day. Start with frozen fruit, a…

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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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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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The Signature Lounge

Posted on September 20, 2015August 18, 2018 by kowalkowskiallison

In my opinion, nothing goes better with a good drink than a good view. If you’re ever in Chicago (whether it’s your first time or 100th time visiting), The Signature Lounge on the 96th floor of the John Hancock building offers unparalleled views of this breathtaking city that you should definitely check out. Growing up close…

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