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Things to Do in California: Golden State Best

There are thousands, if not millions, of things to do in California. The Golden State, with an area of 163, 696 square miles, truly has it all: beaches, forests, deserts, waterfalls, lakes, rivers, mountains, valleys, vineyards and beds of flowers. Given the facts, how to start planning a trip? Do not worry my friends! I […]


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Blog California Lifestyle Los Angeles USA

Los Angeles Quotes: Funny, Interesting, Thoughtful

Sunset view from Griffith Observatory

This article is all about Los Angeles quotes! Get ready to learn more about the city through what famous people have said about it! I am a big fan of quotes, sayings, and proverbs.  I have several compilation books and Pinterest boards where I save little morsels I find all over the Internet. The other […]


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Blog El Salvador Travel

El Tunco El Salvador: Complete Travel Guide

El Tunco El Salvador: Ultimate Travel Guide and Itinerary

This article is the ultimate resource for planning a trip to El Tunco El Salvador! When you are approaching El Salvador from the air, you become mesmerized by the beauty of the country. It is difficult not to be overcome by a landscape full of mighty volcanoes, pristine lakes, and lush greenery. The list of […]


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Blog California Orange County USA

Whale Watching in Newport Beach, California

Whale Watching in Newport Beach, California, Whale's Tail

This article concentrates on whale watching in Newport Beach and other parts of Southern California! Most of the time we have expectations about certain situations we are about to experience.  As a traveler, I constantly try to manage my expectations. But I am not going to lie.  This past weekend. I decided to go on […]


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Blog El Salvador Travel

Beach Resorts in El Salvador: Amazing Places to Stay

Best Beach Resorts in El Salvador

This article discusses the best beach resorts in El Salvador! Get ready to discover some awesome places! El Salvador may be the smallest country in Central America but that doesn’t make it less gorgeous than other destinations in the area. The land features beautiful turquoise beaches, surfing spots, and awe-inspiring landscapes.  Having a cinematic backdrop […]


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Blog Lifestyle

Most Insane Moments I Have Experienced in my Travels

Pier in a tropical island in Honduras, Most Insane Moments I Have Experienced During my Travels

I think every traveler has had his/her insane moments.  Those moments when things don’t happen as expected.  Moments where you want to cry, scream, or pull your hair.  And, pull it really hard. No matter how experienced a traveler I claim to be, crazy and perturbing moments always take place.  I bet they have happened […]


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Blog Lifestyle

Staying with Friends and Family While on Vacation

Colorful Living Room, Staying with Friends or Family during your Next Vacation

This article provides vital information that should be considered when staying with friends or family during a vacation. Lodging is one of the biggest expenses when planning a trip or vacation. Due to that fact, you may feel inclined to reduce those costs by staying with friends or family.  Nowadays, there are other options like […]


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Blog Switzerland Travel

Switzerland Road Trip: Itinerary for First-Time Visitors

Matterhorn seen in the distance

Today, Anna from Expert World Travel shows us how to plan the perfect Switzerland road trip! There are many reasons why Switzerland is an amazing destination for epic road trips. The Swiss Alps make for a magical backdrop as travelers navigate through serpentine roads and mountain passes. Switzerland is also a relatively small country, and […]


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Blog California San Luis Obispo Travel USA

Hearst Castle Tour: A Visit to La Cuesta Encantada

Structure in the complex, Hearst Castle, San Simeon, California

For years, my husband talked (or obsessed) about visiting Hearst Castle.  When he moved to the United States, his English professor, a man partial to mystical rocks and all things Brazil, talked wonders about the place.  My husband was eager to see what all the fuss was about. We finally made it there for our […]


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Blog Lifestyle

Why I Travel: 101 Personal Reasons

Why I travel, How to avoid money disasters while traveling

This article aims to provide a motivation to start traveling.  Here are some of the reasons why I travel. The other day I heard a person giving his opinions on why people travel.   He was arguing travel is a selfish act where people are seeking meaningless pleasure. I couldn’t help it.  I rolled my eyes.  […]


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Blog California Orange County Travel USA

Little Corona del Mar: Beach and Inspiration Point

Things to do in Orange County, Inspiration Point, Little Corona del Mar,

This article provides details about Little Corona del Mar (beach, tidepools) and Inspiration Point. Corona del Mar (Crown of the Sea) is a neighborhood (some even say a town) belonging to Southern California’s renowned Newport Beach. The small community is notorious for its elegant mansions, gardens filled with native plants, high profile shopping, and surf […]


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Blog California Los Angeles Pasadena Travel USA

Eaton Canyon Falls: Easy Hike Near Pasadena

Eaton Canyon Falls: Easy Hike Near Pasadena

This article describes how to reach the Eaton Canyon Falls in Los Angeles County. On more than one occasion, I have said Los Angeles has a little bit of everything. The county has beaches, mountains, deserts, lakes, rivers, flower fields, and many other natural features.  There is so much to do and see.  Even after […]


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Blog California Death Valley Las Vegas Nevada Travel USA

Las Vegas to Death Valley Day Trip Itinerary

Hiking around Zabriski Point, Las Vegas to Death Valley Day Trip

This article provides insight into how to do a Las Vegas to Death Valley day trip or how to visit Death Valley on the way back to Los Angeles. Don’t you love when unplanned things go very well? One time, the night before leaving for Las Vegas, we received a suggestion to visit Death Valley […]


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Blog Brazil Travel

Rio de Janeiro Itinerary: 3, 5, 7 or 9 Days in Rio

View from Sugarloaf during sunset, Riod de Janeiro itiinerary

Looking for the perfect Rio de Janeiro Itinerary? Well, you are in the right place. This article provides the information that you need to plan a week-long trip to Rio de Janeiro. With the amount of detail provided, you can shorten or extend your trip as desired. Enough talking! Let’s start planning the most amazing […]


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Blog California San Diego Travel USA

Miramar Air Show in San Diego

Miramar Air Show , San Diego, California

In October, I was able to attend my first air show.  The Miramar Air Show is an annual air show held at the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, California. The three-day event is the largest military air show in the nation, with total annual attendance estimated at 700,000.  Best of all, the […]


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