May 2022 | Lima • Sacred Valley • Machu Picchu • Cusco After two years of COVID restrictions, canceled plans, and staying close to home, I was finally getting on a plane again. My first post-COVID vacation was going to be Peru. It was May 2022, my birthday, and I had signed up for a […]
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This year’s birthday trip was originally meant to be Morocco. I had been looking forward to it for months—days spent traveling through Casablanca and beyond, immersing myself in a completely different rhythm of life, culture, and color. But sometimes life redirects us without asking. When the tour company canceled, I was left unexpectedly searching for
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Sometimes the most magical moments aren’t just in the rides — they’re in the space to breathe, explore, and connect. After the busy end-of-year holidays, I needed a change of pace. Disney World offered the perfect opportunity: cooler weather, less crowded parks, and wide-open spaces that let me move at my own pace. Across Hollywood
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BIRTHDAY BLISS IN BUDAPEST, HUNGARY There’s something magical about celebrating a birthday while traveling, and this year, I had the incredible fortune of spending mine journeying from Prague to Budapest. The anticipation was electric—I couldn’t wait to experience Hungary’s capital, a city I had dreamt of exploring. En route to Budapest, we made a stop
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Introduction: A Breakfast Encounter and a Journey Unveiled Budapest, Hungary, found its way onto my bucket list during an unexpected conversation with a fellow traveler in Porto, Portugal. Over breakfast, she urged me: “You must go to Budapest before it gets too touristy; revel in the stunning architecture, immerse yourself in the rich culture, and
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For the past twelve years—except for 2020, of course—I’ve celebrated my birthday somewhere other than home. It’s become a personal tradition, one that takes the pressure off figuring out how to celebrate and, in more recent years, helps me forget (even just for a moment) that I’m turning another year older. This year, I chose
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Sometimes, the universe aligns in the most unexpected ways. For me, it was a serendipitous realization that the time I had booked off from work coincided perfectly with the US Open. Excitement bubbled up inside me as I thought about the possibility of attending one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world. A
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After two decades of waiting for the perfect travel companion, I finally decided to embark on my second solo trip. The desire for a real vacation, coupled with the need to break free from the confines of waiting for someone else’s schedule, led me to take the leap into solo travel once again. This time,
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A Land of Lush Landscapes and Warm Hospitality The Emerald Isle had been calling my name for years, with friends describing its beauty and lush greenery. And boy, was it green. Apparently, there are 40 shades of green in Ireland! The exception was The Burren, a striking rocky expanse along the Atlantic Ocean, where fascinating
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Reluctantly, I have accepted the challenge posed by my frequent flyer friends to transition from checked luggage to a carry-on. I’ve always rejected the idea, citing the multitude of liquids I need to carry, alongside the volume of clothing required for a 10-day European excursion in spring when temperatures can range from cold to warm.
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