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10 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sintra, Portugal

in Blog Posts, Solo Travel on 08/08/18

Thinking of visiting Sintra, Portugal? The absolutely stunning town of Sintra is just 35 minutes outside of Lisbon, Portugal, easily accessible by car or train.  It’s one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been, and it has been described as “proof that beauty exists in the world.”  How can you not add this to your bucket list?! Pena Palace… View Post

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A Quick Guide to Rio de Janeiro

in Blog Posts, Solo Travel on 08/08/18

  A Quick Guide to Rio de Janeiro Airports & Transportation There are two airports in Rio: Santos Dumont Domestic Airport (SDU) and Galeão International Airport (GIG).  If you have the opportunity, fly into SDU with a window seat – it’s by far one of my favorite views I’ve ever had on an airplane.  I feel like Christ the Redeemer… View Post

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How to Plan a Trip to Machu Picchu

in Blog Posts, Small Group Travel on 06/21/18

How To Plan a Trip to Machu Picchu When three friends and I decided to go to Peru, we knew Machu Picchu would be the focal point of the trip.  After some google searching, we found some guides to getting there and getting tickets, but nothing comprehensive.  Some websites said to get everything three to four months before you go… View Post

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Ten Day Itinerary in Peru

in Blog Posts, Small Group Travel on 06/17/18

  A Ten Day Itinerary for Peru Have you always wanted to see Machu Picchu, one of the seven wonders of the world? Do you dream of screaming your lungs out while plunging over sand dunes in the desert? Does your mouth water at the thought of eating delectable ceviche everyday? Does even one of these things sounds fun?! Then… View Post

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