Posts by Catalina
GIVEAWAY: Jet Set Escape x Miss Adventures Abroad
I’m so excited to announce that I am partnering with Jet Set Escape to bring you a GIVEAWAY! We are giving away 1 item from the Jet Set Escape shop to the winner! If you’ve been keeping up with my Talking Travel Interview Series, you might recognize the creator of the Jet Set Escape shop, Ally, as the blogger behind…
Read MoreGetting Philanthropic in Puerto Rico: Volunteering At Save A Sato With The Manini Experience
My latest adventures took me to beautiful Puerto Rico with The Manini Experience, a travel company focused on adventure, fun, sustainable travel, and philanthropy. While there was plenty of fun and adventure to be had on the trip (think kayaking in bioluminescent bays and repelling down caves!), there were some pretty great philanthropic opportunities to be…
Read MoreDiscovering Louisiana’s Historic Plantations: Oak Alley And Laura
When I first began planning my visit to New Orleans, I knew that I wanted to venture outside of the city to visit some of Louisiana’s beautiful and historic plantations. Whether you are staying in “The Big Easy” or find yourself traveling in Louisiana, a visit to a plantation is an excellent way to better understand…
Read MoreDiscovering Haunted New Orleans On A Ghost Tour
If you are into creepy history or want to learn a bit more about the haunted spots in New Orleans, then you will definitely want to sign yourself up for a ghost tour of the city! In fact, I would definitely say that a ghost tour is one of the top 15 things you must…
Read MoreExploring New Orleans’ French Quarter + Saint Louis Cemetery No. 1
One of my favorite ways to explore a city is by walking, and one of the things I love most about New Orleans is how walkable the city is! While I do enjoy simply wandering around a city and seeing where I end up, I only had a few days to spend in NOLA and…
Read MoreThe Suite Life: Checking Into New Orleans’ Historic Pontchartrain Hotel
New Orleans is one of the most unique, vibrant, and historic cities in the United States. When I first began planning my visit to “The Big Easy” I knew I wanted to stay in a location that matched the city’s charm and colorful history. I was immediately drawn to The Pontchartrain Hotel. The 14 story building…
Read More8 Ways To Make The Most Of Your Study Abroad Experience in Spain
Spain is one of the most popular countries that students choose to study abroad in, and it is not hard to see why! The rich culture, variety of historic cities, delicious food, and the country’s relaxed atmosphere all make Spain a dream study abroad location. Though I personally studied abroad in Italy, I fell in…
Read More10 Touristy Things To Do In Hollywood, California
If you are a lover of films, movie stars, and all things related to the silver screen, then you will definitely want to drop by Hollywood on your next visit to Los Angeles. While Hollywood isn’t exactly my favorite place to visit in California (I’m a beach lover myself), there are plenty of things to do…
Read MoreSharing My Travel Memories In Style With Dune Jewelry
Confession: For as much as I’ve traveled (I did visit 15 countries and 3 continents in just 1 year!), I own shockingly few souvenirs from the places I’ve visited. I’ve pinpointed 3 possible reasons for this. I have a tendency to overpack, leaving no room for souvenirs. (Please tell me I’m not alone in this) I always…
Read MoreFulfilling My “La La Land” Fantasies At Griffith Observatory: Los Angeles, California
If you are looking to find some of the best views of Los Angeles, then you will definitely want to include a stop at the Griffith Observatory on your LA itinerary. Prior to last week, I had never actually visited the Griffith Observatory (despite living in California for 4 years). In an effort to fulfill my…
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