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The Best Beaches Near Los Angeles
Living in Los Angeles was amazing. There was an incredible energy that I felt every time I walked out my front door. I loved the urban aspect of my life. But, I also loved how easy it was to get out of the city and enjoy some quality beach time. Below are some of my favorite beach spots within a close drive (insert LA traffic joke here) of the city. If you are planning an LA trip you should definitely check some of these out to get the complete SoCal experience! El Matador Malibu In addition to the more famous sunbathing spots, there are many small beaches to explore along…
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Top 5 Experiences from my Trip to Western Canada’s National Parks
You know that phenomena that happens once you are tuned in to a new thing and you start seeing and hearing about it everywhere? OK, let’s say you heard about Starbucks for the first time. Suddenly you notice a woman on the street carrying the mermaid cup. Then your coworker brings Starbucks coffee to the office. The next day you hear a story on the news about the coffee chain. Someone else sits next to you on the bus wearing a Starbucks apron. You know what I am talking about, right? Well, that is what happened to me with Banff National Park. Years ago I saw a picture of a…
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5 Fun Things to do in Athens, Greece
Visiting Athens felt like a dream. The history, culture, and beauty attracted me to this Mediterranean destination for as long as I can remember. Growing up I learned about the Ancient Greeks in school. I still find myself fascinated by their mythology. Millennials, you probably remember falling in love with Greece through movies like Hercules, Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, or Mamma Mia. While studying abroad in 2013, I had the opportunity to take a 5-day trip to Athens. This was part of a longer 18-day trip that included stops in France, Italy, Greece, and Germany. Since I knew this was likely a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Greece I agonized about…
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8 Can’t Miss Sites in Colorful Barcelona
Spain offers life’s simple pleasures. Here you will enjoy good food, beautiful weather, and plenty of rest (the siesta culture is alive and well!). This country is unlike anywhere else I have traveled in Europe or the States. The Spanish people’s passion is apparent in the vibrancy of their cities. Barcelona’s architecture is especially colorful and whimsical. Most of this can be attributed to the famous Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí. Alright, get ready to hear his name A LOT. He designed most of Barcelona’s famous sites. Barcelona is truly a beautiful city. And I’ve made a list of my 8 must see colorful sites. Get your cameras ready, because these…
