Kayaking in Alaska is the holy grail of all trips. You head miles away from the nearest town — not that it’s big to begin with — into a great expanse of wildlife sanctuaries, pristine waters, and between rugged peaks. If you’re lucky, curious otters will come up to greet you. If you’re not, tidal […]
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Ice cream isn’t just for summer anymore, especially in a city like Richmond where there are warm, sunny days throughout the year. If you’re looking for a local joint with personality and creativity, look no further than these 5 places with the best ice cream in Richmond Virginia. My All-Around Favorite: Stoplight Gelato Cafe Tucked
Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia is picture-perfect and undeniably beautiful. This is Croatia’s largest national park and is known for it’s turquoise waters throughout sixteen cascading lakes. Each lake is interconnected, separated by travertines and waterfalls, so no matter where you are in the park, you’ll hear the sounds of water and likely see it as well
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If I were dependent on hunting and gathering, there’s a good chance I’d be dead right now. I can’t aim a gun to save my life and I’m even worse with a bow and arrow or spear. That leaves gathering, a seemingly easy activity assuming you have the knowledge of what’s edible and what’s not.
You do not want to be the person who flies halfway around the world only to realize your travel gear is subpar. Not only is it frustrating, but you’ll waste valuable time looking for replacements while traveling instead of spending your time sightDOING. Skip all the inferior products and go straight to the good stuff with
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When choosing where to go this year, my sister and I couldn’t make up our minds if we wanted to do something nature-oriented, cultural, or relaxing. When we stumbled upon a picture of Lake Bled, though, we were sold on Slovenia. While that picture may have been the first step in our trip plans, I
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I prefer to shop in the comfort of my pajamas. It’s partly because I’m lazy and partly because I usually find better prices online than in stores. Plus, on almost every purchase, I can earn another 1-10% cash back in rebates by starting my purchase at online shopping portals. If you’re like me, you probably have a
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Next time you want a city getaway, skip the major northeast destinations and head somewhere new. Pittsburgh is blossoming into a vibrant vacation spot. With a beautiful natural setting among three rivers and the resurgence of noteworthy restaurants, this is a great time to visit and try a few unique things to do in Pittsburgh. Although
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My first night of dance in Richmond was intimidating, to say the least. There were 30 women, each of whom have been studio members for years and now knows hundreds of dance routines. They meet up for dinner and drinks outside of class and were all wearing shirts with the same logo. Then there’s me.
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You guys, my new puppy is adorable, but he’s expensive. First there was the cost to adopt him and bring him home from Wisconsin, then all the puppy vaccines and vet checks, and then the crate, baby gates, and even a ramp we constructed so he could get into the backyard. It’s safe to say my travel budget
