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My Favorite Destinations for Getting Away From Tourists

Yes, I know I am technically a tourist when traveling, as much as I hate that word and being called one. However, sometimes when traveling I like to get away from the tourists and crowds and just relax. Here have been some of my favorite destinations thus far in my travels to do this: Gimmelwald,…Read more...

Am I a Hypocrite for Hating Tourists?

“What a beautiful day in New York,” I think to myself as I walk with my friend Cristen down Fifth Avenue. The sun is shining and I’m excited to visit some art galleries before heading over to the beautiful Central Park to hear some live music and play Frisbee. I’m in such a great mood,…Read more...

13 Lessons Learned From Visiting Different Cultures and Countries

No matter where I travel to, from rural villages in Thailand to picturesque mountain-towns in Switzerland to laid-back islands like Aruba, I always seem to make some philosophical and personal revelations about travel, life, and myself. Here are some of my top lessons learned from other cultures and places during my travels.   Ghana, Africa…Read more...

Why You Should Study Abroad

It’s already been almost 4 years since I studied abroad, and I still look at it as one of the top 3 most enriching experiences I’ve had in my life. Whenever I meet people who are still in college, my first question, even before “What is your major?” is “Are you going to studying abroad?”.…Read more...

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A Day Trip to Krokobite

Today Steph and I ventured out of Accra to Krokobite to meet Big Milly (a fun backpacker type hostel where locals go as well) and see the beach. We took the trotro and then haggled for a cheap cab for the second half of the journey. The town is adorable, the people are friendly, and…Read more...
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