Palm Springs, California: The Ultimate Solo Vacation Guide
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Palm Springs, California: The Ultimate Solo Vacation Guide

Palm Springs, California, with its sun-soaked landscapes, vibrant culture, and funky mid-century-modern charm, can make for the perfect destination for a rejuvenating solo getaway.

Here’s a list of vibrant places to eat, stay, and play during a solo trip to Palm Springs!

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A Quick Trip to Twin Falls, Idaho: A Short-Timer’s Guide to Waterfalls and Where to Wander
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A Quick Trip to Twin Falls, Idaho: A Short-Timer’s Guide to Waterfalls and Where to Wander

I recently spent a day in Twin Falls, Idaho during a road trip from Denver, Colorado to Portland, Oregon, and genuinely loved my short time in this surprising little city!

Twin Falls is an unsuspecting yet welcoming town that has plenty of unique things to do and areas to explore, whether you’re looking for a fun solo trip (*points at self*), a girls’ weekend, or a quick daytrip with the fam.

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Fun Ways to Spend a Solo Weekend in Phoenix, Arizona
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Fun Ways to Spend a Solo Weekend in Phoenix, Arizona

Being one of the closest neighbors to Colorado, Arizona had been on my list of states to check out for A WHILE now, and after spending seven months in off-and-on snow that was FINALLY starting to taper off in mid-April (thank you holy God), the temptation for a solo trip to the land of ninety-degree weather was far more than I could resist.

Here are a few suggestions for fun things to do during a long solo weekend in Phoenix, Arizona.

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4 Ways to Find Insanely Cheap Domestic Flights
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4 Ways to Find Insanely Cheap Domestic Flights

I LOVE spontaneously traveling to a new place and soaking up an experience on a whim, but let’s be real, ya girl is on a budget and if I can find a way to penny pinch on travel then I will ABSOLUTELY do that.

Here are a few of my favorite methods for finding dirt-cheap flights and spontaneous airlines deals.

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5 Easy Day Hikes Near Denver - for the City Girl Hiker
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5 Easy Day Hikes Near Denver - for the City Girl Hiker

I’m FAR from being considered the outdoorsy type, but I do still love a laid-back day hike during the warm months! Colorado is an INCREDIBLE state that's sprawling with breathtaking views and hikes for every ability level, even extreme beginners like myself!

Here’s a list of my top five go-to day hikes near Denver that are only within an hour from the city.

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Real Sh*t That 2020 Taught Us
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Real Sh*t That 2020 Taught Us

The last year was stressful beyond what any of us could have guessed or imagined. Many of us experienced loss of loved ones and/or employment, we spent more time at home than we ever wanted to, and nearly all of us had our daily routines either adjusted or flipped completely upside down. But without a doubt, this shit show of a year has taught us all something about ourselves and our lives because of it all.
Here are a few of my main takeaways!

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7 Must-Visit Boutique Hotels in the US
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7 Must-Visit Boutique Hotels in the US

If you find yourself getting bored with staying at monotonous hotels while you travel, then boutique lodging is where it’s at!
Here's a list of some of the top boutique hotels to check out during your next getaway.

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Jacksonville, Florida Travel Guide
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Jacksonville, Florida Travel Guide

Being a Jacksonville local for my first twenty years on this planet, it only seemed fitting to create a list of some of my favorite features within the beer guzzling, beach loving, Florida southern, Duuuval repping city that I first called home.

If you’re visiting the Bold City area, here are a few of my all-time favorite places that should make their way into your travel plans.

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