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There may be affiliate links in this post, meaning I will earn a small commission on any purchases you make, at no additional charge to you. Read my full privacy policy here. Let's be honest, who really wants to talk about insurance? It's not a sexy subject in no kind of shape, form or fashion, but it is a necessary subject. We protect our homes, we protect our cars and we should also be protecting ourselves when we travel. For the long-term travelers, like myself, we don't always have the best advantages when it comes to insurance. However,...
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Renting an Airbnb is a great alternative to staying in a hotel. They are often times far cheaper and you get the added luxury of having a full kitchen and other amenities that give you all the comforts of home. Having lived in Atlanta for the last 11 years, I'm no stranger to enjoying a nice staycation and Airbnb is always my first go to. So, I know a thing or two about the best Airbnbs in Atlanta and I'm going to share a few of my faves and some on my wishlist. Whether you...
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You know how you make the bold statement, whether aloud or to yourself, "I'll never be the type of person that...
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Horngry? Why wait? From Jamaican mannish water to Peruvian maca, today on the blog, I'm serving up foods that get you in the mood. Yes, we've all heard that oysters, wine and chocolate are God's gift to getting it on, but for the more adventurous spirits, w(h)et your appetite with these down and dirty aphrodisiacs from around the world. Caterpillar Fungus The "Himalayan Viagra", Ophiocordyceps sinensis, also known as caterpillar fungus, is a time-tested, Tibetan healer-approved picker upper. So what exactly is caterpillar fungus? Glad you asked. It's a fungus that gets inside a host caterpillar, kills it...
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Thrown to the wiles of the wilderness, left to forage for food and salvage whatever modesty you have left after popping a squat behind a tree. Ahh yes, the beauty of becoming one with nature on an adventurous camping experience. While that may be someone's idea of a good time, this wanderer prefers a little more comfort and modern conveniences. Don't get me wrong, I've been camping. Three times. It was fun and I'd absolutely do it again. But, if given the choice, sign me up for a luxurious glamping experience instead. If you're in...
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I want to die empty. Umm...
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Whether you are the avid adventurist looking for your next destination, or the armchair traveler planning your first epic trip, getting the inside scoop on places around the world and connecting with other like-minded travelers will make your travel planning efforts a whole lot smoother. One of my favorite resources for gathering travel information is Facebook groups for travelers. But, if you just type in "travel" on the Facebook search bar, you're going to be inundated with a gazillion posts and groups. Some may not be active, some may only have 10 members and some...
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I'm finally getting around to posting this neighborhood guide to Amsterdam that has been sitting in my drafts for months. For shame. But, we're here now and I have a boat load of info to share about this gorgeous city. So, bookmark this post, Pin it, save it - it will definitely come in handy for your trip to Amsterdam. Where to Stay in Amsterdam Location is always my number one determinant when choosing a place to stay when traveling. This trip I went against my own rules, and actually stayed with a friend, in Utrecht. This...
Continue readingGuess who is now an Amazon Influencer! Yep, the Wanderer herself! I have my very own Amazon "storefront" where I list some of my favorite travel items all in one central place. Now you can access my influencer page for travel essentials for the travel photographer, the everyday traveler, #teamcarryon and everybody in between. Click Here to Shop my Amazon Store Stay tuned for updates on my Amazon Influencer Shop, as I'll be updating regularly and featuring items of the week on my Instagram stories. [spacer height="20px"] Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, is just a fine way of pointing...
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