At times like this, the only thing that helps me free my mind and heart is travel. I only had a small window of time at this point as 3 weeks later I had another scheduled girls trip planned. I just had to get away. So the perfect spot that came to mind was Jamaica. The land of my birth and that one place that gives me comfort and familiarity.

Although I have a lot of family members around the island. I wanted to be in a spot that was unfamiliar to me to allow me the freedom to unwind. I decided to go with an AirBnB outside of Montego Bay in a quiet neighborhood called Unity Hall. Pineapple Palms Villa was a fairly new Air BnB with airport pick up and drop off. Upon arrival I was greeted by the host with big smiles and a warm welcome. Followed by a cold rum punch drink made by the chef who also introduced himself and welcomed us. A cute basket full of snacks, Jamaican coffee, tea, water and fruits came complimentary with our stay and was simply perfect. The house was very well kept and our host Shushawna was very detailed in giving us a tour and direction on the necessities for the house.

The comfort of Pineapple Palms was unforgettable. The rooms were cute and cozy. The master bedroom or “Passion Fruit Room” was where I planned to crash durning my time here and if I didn’t have to leave the room I wouldn’t.
A king size bed, an elevated television, a full view glass window facing the mountains of the area and your own double sink’d full bathroom adjoining and full closet makes for a nice combination for all you’ll need for your stay.

The living and dining areas are open with high ceilings and the option to have air conditioning or the natural breeze of the cool mountains.

A chef is available upon request to prepare a meal of your choice and gives you a chance to enjoy a true authentic Jamaican dish. I opted to have a Sunday Jamaican breakfast and wasn’t disappointed. The chef prepared salt-fish with callaloo, fried dumplings and boiled green bananas. It was a great way to start the morning before heading out to explore the west side of the island.

Not only does the villa offer the before mentioned conveniences but if needed a driver is available upon request to allow you to sit back and relax on your way to the beaches in Negril or St. Elizabeth, a two hour drive to visit Appleton estates or YS Falls. Jamaica has so much beauty and what better way to experience them than allowing an experienced driver and knowledgeable individual of the island to help you to enjoy this amazing island.

Stan was more than a pleasure to be around. We were given the luxury of time to explore as much as we wanted to and spent time in places like Black River to visit Pelican Bar, a floating lounge in the middle of the water built on wooden sticks that attracts people worldwide with a unique construction and fun-family vibes.

Not only is the house a great place to spend a few days. The outdoors contribute to giving just as much comfort. A cute patio outside the master bedroom, a fish pond with koi fish is relaxing to watch, a Lundy game table for game night, fruit trees all around the property and there is so much more to come. Currently under construction is a barbecue pit, an outdoor lounge for entertainment and much more.

My entire stay was enjoyable and yes ….. The perfect little getaway. I departed for home feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. The combination of a new cozy environment, a comfortable stay and the conveniences offered, I was ready face what was ahead.
Pineapple Palms comes highly recommended for a great stay and the perfect getaway.

For more info on booking your stay at The Pineapple Palms Villa, check out their website at  www.pineapplepalmsvilla.com

Jerusalem rang out names, places, and stories I had only read about in the Bible or heard about as a child growing up. Names like Jesus and King David or places like Calvary, and Wailing Wall, or Dolorosa. Being in the streets of Jerusalem, to me, feels like a dream come true. Like stepping in the books of the bible and visually living the chapters.

Prior to going, my mother’s coworker had recommended staying in Jerusalem for a day. I had hesitations, as I was concerned about how I would observe the culture and their traditions without overstepping as an outsider while I was there. My overthinking (reading all the dos and donts) brought on unnecessary anxiety and I had to laugh at myself for doing that. Though it possesses the characteristics of a typical city ,just being in Jerusalem gives you a feeling of reverence and holiness.

A surreal place holy to Jews, Muslims and Christians I almost became overwhelmed with how amazing it was to be in the same places Jesus walked. The city represents the historic and religious entities that make this city so special. Serene, surreal and intense are all words that comes to my mind.

There were several religious groups there and each had their own agenda for being in this amazing city yet all to serve the purpose of learning more about their creator and religious history.

All the emotions that overcame me are a little hard to describe. I felt humbled and uplifted and unworthy yet proud all at the same time. Jerusalem’s truly one of a kind. We did a full day city tour there of the Jaffa gate, the holy city, the Holy Sepulchre Church of Jerusalem which held Jesus’ tomb and respected all religions in one setting.  I was also very impressed with the holocaust museum and although we weren’t allowed to take photographs inside. The stories told left an imprint on your memory and heart.

I would definitely visit Jerusalem again and stay there for a lit longer to really indulge in the culture.

All in all Jerusalem is on the top list of recommendations for places to visit. It holds so much history and tells a unique story that leaves you in awe.  Remember, “ A mind that is stretched by a new experience can never go back to its old dimensions” ~ Oliver Wendell Holmes

My trip that included Israel, Jordan and Turkey had me extremely excited however about finally visiting this Petra. The visit was amazing and insightful. History comes alive visiting monumental sites such as this one.

There were a few things you can study about Petra prior to visiting, I found a few things I was NOT aware of beforehand.

Here are 10 things to know before you go to Petra:

1.  There are several vendors around the area outside and immediately inside the gates. The prices of items as simple as water can be as high as 3 times the regular cost.

2.  Try to have the items you’ll need while inside of Petra prior to going. Things like water, snacks if you feel you will need them. There are several stores on the route there.

3.  It is very hot on the inside. You will be with large rocks on either side and the temperature can be a lot hotter than normal. Wearing a scarf or a hot is very helpful for this heat. Cool clothes and walking shoes are helpful to make a journey a success.

4.  It takes about 30 minutes to one hour to get from the gate to the first temple. Taking your time and passing yourself is key to achieve your goal of seeing all you may want to.

5.  If you’d like to see all or even most of Petra, I’d recommend doing a 2-day tour. There are close by hotels and hostels for your convenience to visit on the 2^nd

6.  There are locals inside Petra that will try to see you a horse and carriage ride to the 1^st temple, they will begin by mentioning the cost is covered in your admission ticket, but when you get there, they charge you up to $100usd.

7.  Do some research about Petra before you visit, there is a lot to see and it is easy to get lost in discovering all Petra holds.

8.  There is more than one temple inside Petra, most images show only one of many, the map above shows more details of the city.

9.  Plan on visiting Wadi-Rum after you time at Petra, there are several camp grounds that make for a unique overnight stay. From luxury camping to mid-price ranged glamping.

10.  Jordan the country has a lot to offer, so make Petra a stop while on vacation there, or . . . you can add Israel and Egypt to the itinerary as all three countries are close by and there are several tour companies that all for that type of agenda.

Wadi-Run

Day five : Masada and the Dead Sea

Not knowing much about what to expect from my visit there I was highly impressed. Masada, Hebrew H̱orvot Meẕada (“Ruins of Masada”), ancient mountaintop fortress in southeastern Israel, site of the Jews’ last stand against the Romans after the fall of Jerusalem in 70 CE.  It was built by the Jewish Macabbeans to protect vital trade routes in Judea between Egypt and Syria. In 2001 it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. The views and massive landscape of Masada is quite spectacular and is extremely hard to describe and I quickly learned that some things you truly cannot contain in description. Travel is truly more fulfilling when you experience it for yourself.

Following Masada we stopped at the Red Sea that actually borders Jordan, the West Bank and Israel for a mud bath and swim. The intensity of salt from the Red Sea is overwhelming as it is the second saltiest body of water in the world, with a salt content of 33%. So if you decide to swim try your very best not to swallow the water not only tastes utterly bitter, it also can induce retching.

The process of applying mud from the sea all over your body and then rinsing it off in the beach is worth it. The mud actually contains some microscopic minerals, that penetrate your skin pores and nourish your skin.  So you emerge with the feeling of baby smooth skin. Highly recommended for any visitor to Isreal to make this be something that you actually do.

The divine feeling the dead sea leaves you with is completely worth the trip. Baby smooth skin, rejuvenation and sense of being a part of a rich history. Israel has so much to offer and we have 2 more days to soak it all in.

Next stop  . . .Jerusalem #comingtonextpost

Everyone’s experience of something or in this case somewhere, will always be different. Not saying we must not be cautious and vigilant anywhere we go as a visitor but it’s up to us as individuals to go and experience things for ourselves and not just hold unto other people’s views. This creates a negative perception of countries, people and their culture that inevitably breeds stereotypes about communities.

With that said, I know that there is a history behind Israel , how it came to be and the ongoing friction that is occurring between them and Palestine.  So one of my concern for going to Israel was what to expect entering the country and going through immigration. I was told that visitors might be quizzed thoroughly on the purpose of their visit. Because of my concerns, my mom had a coworker whom she worked with, set up some time with me to talk about my visit. As someone who was Jewish and made the trip there annually, he was very helpful in walking me through things (culture, food, what to expect at port of entry, the people etc) and recommended places for me to visit while I was there. It made a huge difference and helped ease my mind on my upcoming trip.

The itinerary for my visit went a little something like this:

Tel Aviv – 2 days

Jordan – 2 days

Jerusalem – 1 day

Back to Tel Aviv – 1 day

Turkey – 1 day

Needless to say each day was packed with tours. We had only one free day to explore Israel on our own.

Day one adventures in Tel Aviv :  Gordon beach and Jaffa Flea market.

Without going into the water I got immediately excited. It is known for being one of Tel Aviv’s most popular beaches, with wide stretches of sand, lifeguards and was full of movement and happy people enjoying the Middle Eastern sun. With a million umbrellas along the sand, Isreal seemed to have a lot of early risers and people who appeared to be doing some sort of fitness routine.

After departing from the beach we made our way to the old city of Jaffa ( or Yafo as it’s known in Hebrew), is a cute little town  with an amazingly rich history  with a  quaint style and tailored stores perched at the southern end of the Tel Aviv shoreline. The Jaffa Flea Market (“Shuk HaPishPishim” in Hebrew) is one of the main attractions in the Old Jaffa city.  For visitors like myself who is always combing through markets in search of antiques, second-hand treasures, bargains or simply a fantastic experience this was surely the place to visit. I got the full market experience- the sounds of the haggling, the smells of the produce, the interaction with the merchants and the exciting atmosphere of the give-and-take between buyer and seller. I must say Israel on a whole has the most amazing food I’ve had so far in my travels. It is also worthy to mention as a young country (it was declared independent in 1948 after a UN ruling) its culinary traditions are borrowed from the many countries it now borders and the people who have emigrated here in the last hundred years.

So the restaurants I dined at did not fail to impress with the flavours bursting in my mouth and everything had it’s own unique flair!

Day two : Our trip to Jordan

We started with a four-hour ride from Tel Aviv to the Jordan border with one rest stop along the way (for this leg of the trip I recommend a nice books to read, listening to some music or catching a short nap). After getting a visa at the  Jordan and Israel Border we were escorted by the Jordanian tour associates with new buses and a new set of tour mates from other areas of Israel. The drive into Jordan was fast and practically traffic free and it took us around 3 hours to get to Petra.

Prior to entering Petra we were warned about the possible scams we would encounter — one being higher prices from vendors inside Petra vs vendors on the outside. Another scam was that horse riders would try to convince you that a ride to the temple was included in your admission ticket but when you arrived you were charged $100usd. The walk from entrance to first temple is pretty much a one hour walk. The temperature inside is really hot, as well and we were advised to wear a scarf around our head to help keep us cool. As much as I wanted to resist wearing a scarf, it truly did help.

Along the route there are some really beautiful rock formations and amazing red colored stones. But nothing beats the view of the temple after the one-hour trek.

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Day three : Bait Ali Camp

Visiting Petra took an entire day and on the way back we stopped at Bait Ali Camp for the night. This lodging is tucked behind a hill, with a fine view of the wilderness . It felt more like a “glampsite” as the rooms were in comfortable air-conditioned chalets that are designated to each pair of tourists. Facilities include swimming pool, restaurant with nightly barbecue produced from an open zerb (an oven buried in the sand). Oh there is also the option of pitching your own tents or parking a camper van.

The following morning we explored Wadi Rum with its dramatic landscape of the Jordan desert with some amazing rock formations that I believe is indeed crafted by nature. I believe many of you might have heard of that movie Lawrence of Arabia; if not, try to find a Youtube clip to see how many tourist started there trek here.

Day four : Aqaba

We left Wadi rum early afternoon and explored Aqaba until it was time to cross the border back into Israel. In Aqaba you have the unique opportunity to dive in colourful coral gardens in the morning (its clear, warm waters and vibrant coral reefs are said to be the best in the Red Sea), and then wandering through centuries-old Nabatean wonders in the afternoon. What I found interesting is that even though the security between the two countries can be heavily surveilled and guarded on either side they share the Red Sea. But make no mistake even the waters are secured between Jordan and Isreal. That history itself is for another blog.

Once we got to Israel we spent some time at the beach in Eilat. From the restaurant we decided to stop at to enjoy some drinks, we could still see Jordan and the city we just left. The beaches in Eilat are known for snorkeling, scuba diving, and many other water sports as well a prime place for rest and relaxation. Eliat is a lot of fun and a very lively city. The entire trip and crossing borders made me even more curious about the country Israel, and I wanted to learn even more about how they cope with their surrounding neighbors.

Either way I had a really great time and was ready to continue to explore other parts of Israel, like Jerusalem and the Dead Sea.

Coming in another blog very soon

My travel goal was to visit the seven wonders of the world.  I did not have any plans to visit China, although I knew I would eventually have to go to see the Great Wall of China. As luck would have it, I happened upon a flight to China for approximately $500.00, that was about 5 months in advance of the travel time. I decided to book this flight because of the great deal offered.  After a while I literally forgot about the booking, until one day I got a reminder about the trip. I had so much to do if I wanted to make this trip. So, in a very short span, I had to get a Chinese visa, book my tours and hotel, and get ready for the trip.  Despite the rush, and some anxiety, I was not disappointed with this trip. My trip to Beijing offered more than I had bargained for.

The Chinese visa process presented a bit of challenge, that was nerve-wracking to me.  The application for the visa had specific instructions that had to be followed to the tee, or it would be rejected.

The tour that I found offered 3 full day tours of Beijing, including the Great Wall of China, which was my main goal for wanting to go on this trip.  My hotel stay was at the Swissotel, Beijing, Hongkong Macau Center.  The location was perfect as it was near to the Metro station and conveniently located in a prime commercial and diplomatic district.  The flight to China lasted approximately 13.5 hours, with a layover in Detroit.

My first day began with a visit to Tiananmen Square.  There were a lot of preparation going on for National Day, which was a day to celebrate the founding of the People’s Republic of China.  The square was filled with people who seemed to be excited in anticipation for the celebration that would take place.  Tiananmen Square is the location of the 1989 student-led demonstrations for basic human rights, for free press and against a Communist-led government.  Thousands of people were arrested and hundreds died in the protest when the Chinese troops stormed the square.  As I listened to the tour guide, I thought of the irony in this whole situation. A preparation was in place for the celebration of a Communist country, where there was a massacre for people who wanted freedom. I had mixed feelings while I looked around at the crowd, and wondered if the memory of the massacre was already erased from the minds of the celebrants. I could not help but contemplate how privileged we are to be able to have freedom of speech in our country.

Next stop was the Forbidden City – a palace complex, which served as a home for the Chinese emperors, their families, staff and local government.  The City lasted from the Ming dynasty to the Qing dynasty from 1368 to 1911.  The Forbidden City got its name because commoners were not allowed into the palace.  The city is painted in yellow for earth and yellow for happiness, and I couldn’t help but notice how beautiful the architecture was. As an artist inspired by Asian art and design, I was in awe of the amazing details and vibrant colors.

My third stop was the one most anticipated – the Great wall of China.  The Wall was built to protect the Chinese from the Mongolian warriors. We entered on the side of the Wall that had less damage, as there was a lot of restoration going on when we visited.  The Wall spans 13,170 miles, but our journey lasted one and one-half hours at which time I walked approximately 5 miles.  The Wall was built of stones, brick and wood, and I wondered how long it took the Chinese to complete such a magnificent structure.

 

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When the travel bug hits however, our focus oftentimes can become centered on doing only what it takes to make that trip happen. It’s rare that one can find people with the same desire as you for traveling, and someone compatible who will enjoy the same things you enjoy doing.  Sometimes, to convince that person, our plans have to include an “awesome trip, with cheap flights and great hotel deals, not to mention fascinating tours” to convince them to accompany you on your travel.  When you find a travelling partner  willing to take that adventure with you regardless of potential obstacles, my advice would be to hold on to that travel companion.

So, here are 8 tips I recommend that will help you know whether you’ve found a like-minded travel partner:

1.    You know them well enough to spend 5 days with them.

They say that you truly get to know someone when you travel with them. This is so true. You will have to spend a lot of time together while traveling so there are characteristics that may show themselves from time to time that you may not have seen before.  Being in another country or a new environment can be challenging, so there’s always the possibility that your travel partner’s ability to adapt can be tested. Traveling with someone who is adaptable to any circumstances is always a plus.

2.    They are adventurous, a great lover of novelty, and are willing to embrace the whole experience.

3.    Can adapt to the travel location.

This world has so much to offer and one of the beauties of traveling is that each country offers something unique. The goal while at that location is to venture into activities that are unique to that country.

4.    Willing to learn and be open-minded about what they may see and experience

You should travel with someone who is not looking for the food, wine, etc., from their country, but rather embrace the smells, sounds, taste and the entire vibe of the country to which they travel.

5.    Has few issues with sharing and willing to work thru sharing responsibilities

If I get the dinner tab tonight, then you get the dinner tab the next day I take your IG pics, you take mine | You scratch my back, I scratch yours.

Some of my best IG pics are from my travel BFF. She is willing to work with me to get the perfect shot with no complaints!

6.    Is not into “drama” and resolves issues quickly

Let us all agree to disagree, and “keep it moving”

7.     Appreciates the little things in life, and grows from the experience

8.    Someone who loves to travel and has the patience to deal with possibly long layovers and trip re-arrangements.

I have traveled with all types of persons. From my experience, these 8 tips have helped me to have a great travel experience, wherein I have embraced and learned to appreciate all the different cultures, and am able to see people through unfiltered lenses.

There are very few people I question whether I’d have a great time traveling with them or not. With the intention to fully enjoy each travel experience, having a great travel partner eliminates that added stress.

I’ve been told that I tend to come back from my travels loving the country I just visited more than the last. I disagree (wink)

I chose to visit Colombia, Cartagena to be exact, and YES I fell in love with it. It was about a year prior one of my coworkers recommended that I visit Colombia, I promised I would. In the same conversation his wife mentioned going to visit Cartagena which she thought I would love most. So here I was one year later booked for Cartagena.

In the customs line at the airport it immediately reminded me of visits to Jamaica. Business was a little less frantic and there was a more a relax atmosphere even while doing business. hotel transportation was arranged by the hotel, however had we booked the taxi ourselves from the airport, it would be cheaper. As we arrived to our hotel – Hilton Cartagena –  we (Naudia and I), both became pretty excited about the fact that it was literally across the street from the beach. What was ever more impressive were the views from the hotel lobby. The entire front face of Hotel was of glass. We had an incredible views of the coastline and the calmness of the open sea. It’s didn’t stop there … entering our room had the same amazing views and without hesitation we look at each other and screamed with excitement. We knew this was going to be a great trip and it became obvious because it started out so well!

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That evening we took a walk up to the walled city and got lost in the magic of it all. It was a very vibrant night and the place was buzzing with tourists and locals alike. Outdoor restaurants stayed busy and each street had its own story to tell. There were horse and carriage rides available and the souls of much was everywhere. I was most impressed with the architecture.

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Day one of our tours were did the hop on hop off bus.

City Sightseeing Cartagena Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Shore Excursion

We spent some time at the Castillo San Felipe de Barajas. The castle is located on the Hill of San Lázaro in a strategic location, dominating approaches to the city by land or sea. It was built by the Spanish during the colonial era. The fortification consists of a series of walls, wide at the base and narrow toward the parapet, forming a formidable pattern of bunkers. The castle is striking for its grand entrance and its complex maze of tunnels. It is the most formidable defensive complex of Spanish military architecture.

The following day was filled with mud, volcanic mud to be exact as we visited  the Totumo Mud Volcano

Half-Day Tour to Totumo Mud Volcano from Cartagena

The adventure started with a pretty high climb up the volcano along the way the molded clay from inside the volcano forms the stairs more and more as we go closer to the top. Once there you are being helped by locals into the volcano where they massage you with the mud and you are given chance to spend some time in the mud. When desired, you exit the volcano from a different side and head down a different set of stairs to the beach where you wash off the mud.

The smoothness of your skin is undeniable. The overall feeling is rejuvenation and relaxation and the warm sun shinning on you gives you a warm cozy feeling. The bus ride back had us all sleeping.

Not knowing what to expect from this tour I was most excited to see the speed boat we would take to go out at sea. As a woman who loves jet skis I knew the ride alone would make me happy.

It took about an hour to get to the islands and boy was it a bumpy ride. Sitting in the back we felt every wave and every turn, but for me – I was having fun!

After having a delicious fish lunch guests secured a spot on this small island to either relax or go swimming. The entire day was spend with everyone enjoying every little corner of the island. It was a day well spent.

Its easy to see why Cartegena was highly recommended for a vacation spot. The people are really friendly, the food is amazing and there’s so much to see and do that keeps you constantly entertained.

As a child we traveled mostly in the summer to visit family and friends who lived in different places.  As an adult I mostly travel to learn new cultures, see amazing places and meet unique people that I normally wouldn’t meet from day to day. Initially, when I started to travel far off places in the world I would go to places where I knew someone.

My first big trip was to China where my aunt lived as she was an International teacher there.  She had lived in China for 3 years prior to my visit, and she told me about the exciting things she saw, and things she learned about the culture. I think it was a bit daring to take such trip, and I was more concerned about sitting on a plane for those long hours. Korean Air however was one of the most comfortable flights I had been on and made the trip less stressful than expected. The first leg of the trip was 13 hours (to Korea) and then the final lap was around 4 hours and landed in Pudong International Airport. The time difference was interesting, to say the least, but I survived. The entire process was fascinating yet liberating  .  .  .  like “look momma, I made it”. . . to the other side of the world.

Once there, I had help from my aunt who got the taxi from airport for me etc. I did my research on places I wanted to visit and see and my aunt was great company to explore with. We planned on visiting Thailand on this trip, but because of unforeseen circumstances she wasn’t able to enter Thailand with me. So here I was – in another country – on my own. Oh boy! Here we go, “you can do this Sancha,” I thought.  How do I get to my hotel? Where will I go while there? how will people understand me?  – heeeeeeeelp!!!  After reading a few signs and asking around for details, I was on my way to an amazing hotel in a bright pink cab with a gentleman who asked a million questions. The views of Thailand were amazing, splattered all over with gold.  I spent five days in Bangkok, and had an incredible time; my hotel alone was amazing – Banyan Tree hotel of Bangkok. I made my own schedule of tours, ate at some remarkable restaurants but what was most comforting, is that people tend to make friends with you easily because you may never see them again, so why not. I felt free, I felt brave and most importantly I felt it gave me time to reflect on things and clear my head and heart. I spent quality time doing what I love and felt refreshed to go back to “the real world”

After that experience I felt unstoppable! I wanted to do more, see more, explore even more places in the world.  Thus, my lust for travel began. My mother’s voice sang over and over in my head . . . “The world is your oyster” she often told me, and I felt empowered to conquer it. On my return home I immediately started to research other countries to visit; near/far, it didn’t matter at this point. I did it before, I can do it again.

With my independent self I didn’t wait for that friend, but I loved the freedom it offered; it became my escape from the daily hustle and bustle. New people, a new environment, time to clear my pallet, mentally, spiritually, emotionally and physically. Travelling alone, I did not have as many distractions. I do not have to be concerned about how someone else is feeling, whether they liked or disliked the hotel, or the country or the people.  My concern would not even be on entertaining them. My focus will then be on what I want to accomplish and experience.  Most of all traveling alone gave me the freedom to focus on, and find more, of myself.

If nothing else solo travel allows you to find yourself.

There is always something new and fascinating to learn in a country that you visit for the first and sometimes even second and third time. To discover new cultures teaches you about why certain people do what they are. Their customs and intricacies are unique, I find that after a day of learning on special tours or just observation, things become clear to me about where things may have originated and the puzzles and questions start to fit together. Your tolerance becomes better, as you are placed in a whole new way of functioning and even thinking. You eventually start understanding certain things about yourself  . . . if you allow yourself to.

I’d say the key to getting the most out of your travel experiences is to open your mind. Open up to fresh ideas, to another way of thinking, another way of living, another way of adapting to situations, another way of becoming a more understanding human being.

NO – it’s not always about that Instagram photo, or showing off to friends that you took a dope vacation. Don’t get me wrong the photos can be amazing way of documenting the memories but what you learn and how you felt and what you end up walking away with are a million times more rewarding.

Travel far enough to meet yourself. Take a seat at the door of understanding. Join in a local ritual to gain tolerance. Explore the parts of yourself that open you up to a new perspectives and manifest that which have been waiting to be discovered.

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Happy Travels!