You might know my hometown of Atlanta, Georgia, USA from the 1996 Olympic Games that we hosted. That’s the same games where there was a bombing and gymnast Kerri Strug famously injured her ankle during a vault routine. Atlanta is also home to many famous hip-hop stars and major league teams such as Falcons, Braves,…
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Destination Highlight – Viðey Island, Iceland
My favorite part of going to Iceland was taking the short ferry ride in Reykjavik over to the abandoned Viðey Island. Here, I got to walk all over this tiny piece of land only stone’s throw from downtown and do so in relative quiet. Only a handful of people can get on the ferry at…
Cheap Trips From Dhaka
This month’s city of interest is Dhaka, Bangladesh. The capital city of Bangladesh is growing and modernizing quick! It’s easy to get lost in the chaos and forget about getting away sometimes. So, I’ve picked enough of a getaway that has a lot to offer but not too far from home. Bangkok, Thailand The cheapest…
5 Benefits of Travelization Scratch Off Maps
If you were here for last year’s A Year of Travel, you know that my goal has been to visit to a new place each time I hit the road. As a way to celebrate a completed year, I started looking for a way to showcase the new places I had been. I’ve always been…
Visit Caddo Lake
Estimated Cost: $120 2 adults, 1 night, entrance to the state park, dinner and lunch. While still in recovery from my broken leg, and continuing the monthly travel tradition, I was looking for somewhere to go where I would not have to do a great deal of hiking yet get some awesome views. A quick…
5 Cheap Gifts For Your Traveler
I love giving gifts because I put so much thought into things. I don’t make a list, I go to places like World Market and walk around 10x to absorb what’s there. Then, I think about the people I’m buying for to see if there’s anything that fits. Not everyone has that kind of time…
5 Easy Exercises From The Road
When it comes to traveling, staying fit can be tough. The idea is calories don’t count on vacation is one I was a huge supporter of when I only vacationed once a year. However, the more you to travel, the less you can live by that motto. So, I’ve favored a few simple exercises that…
5 Travel Hacks For The Girly Traveler
With all the traveling I’ve done, especially this year, I discovered a few tips on how little details can keep you on point, and less stressed, for any trip. Get your nails done before departing I don’t mean you have to get some intense acrylic on. I actually tend to get gel, which is my…
Queen Meranda 