Tag: beach
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Indonesia – Bali
In March 2025, spent six days in Bali, experiencing adventure and beach activities. Highlights included visits to rice terraces, Ubud waterfalls, and sunsets at various locations, indulging in local cuisine, and enjoying vibrant nightlife. The trip concluded with relaxation before returning home to Vancouver.
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Turkey
An 11-day solo adventure in Turkey during August 2019, exploring Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Antalya. Highlights included visiting historic sites, enjoying hot springs, and relaxing on beaches.
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Canada – Prince Edward Island
In September 2021, a 10-day family trip to Prince Edward Island featured adventures in culinary delights, notably lobster rolls. Highlights included exploring Charlottetown, visiting sites related to Anne of Green Gables, and enjoying stunning beaches and red sand cliffs.
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South Africa
The recap:Snuck up on 3 lions Kayaked with 1 whaleLived the hakuna matata life Day 1 The safari adventure begins with my friend Elyse, one of my best friends from college. Flew from Vancouver > Seattle > Amsterdam > Johannesburg. Very long travel day of 27+ hours, but worth it! Day 2 Arrived in Johannesburg, spent…
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Hawaii
The recap:Chased by dolphins x2Swam with sea turtles x5Sunrises & sunsets galore Day 1 Flew from Vancouver to Kahului, Maui with my sister for a family vacation with our parents. Checked into Makena Surf in Wailea, caught the end of a beautiful sunset from the patio. Day 2 Got up early to watch the sunrise…
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Colombia
The recap:Wedding with a horse-drawn carriageWalled city built in 1533Infinity rooftop pool Day 1 Flew from Vancouver to Bogota (with a stopover in Houston). Went for drinks at the Bogota Beer Company. Checked into Hotel B3 Virrey. Day 2 Took the funicular up to Mount Monserrate, with incredible views of the city of Bogota below.…
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Portugal
The recap:Caves, beaches, and nightlife17th century fortressNew friend: Mario the kayak guide Day 1 Flew from Casablanca, Morocco (read the Morocco blog here) to Lisbon. Checked into Lisbon Destination Hostel. Day 2 Explored downtown Lisbon, went to the Castle of Sao Jorge. Joined the pub crawl in the evening at the sister hostel – Sunset…
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Croatia & Montenegro
The recap:Kayaks, waterfalls, and beaches2 wineries & 1 Michelin star restaurantParties until sunrise Day 1 Flew from Faro, Portugal to Dubrovnik. Met up with my aunt & checked into Sun Gardens Dubrovnik. Lovely resort with pools, restaurants & activities including a clay tennis court, about a 20 min taxi ride to the old town. Went…
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Costa Rica
The recap:24+ hours of driving10 sloths sighted1 amazing sister to travel with Day 1 Flew into San Jose airport — no direct flights from Vancouver, so long travel day through Houston. Checked into the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson. Watch out: Most taxis at the airport are not official and do not use meters.…
100 countries to 100 years old 