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jessie festa, solo female travel blogger

Taking youย beyond the guidebook

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Exploring New Orleans Craft Cocktail Scene

Sampling New Orleans’ craft cocktails is a top experience to have when visiting. Some believe cocktails were invented in New Orleans, specifically with the birth of Sazerac in the early 1800s. While cocktail standards started to decline in the 1970s due to people wanting things cheaper and quicker, New Orleans stayed true to its classic…Read more...
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A Taste Of Jazz In New Orleans

New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz music, specifically Louis Armstrong Park’s Congo Square, a historic meeting place for slaves to make music in the 1800s. The park is a great place to begin your exploration of New Orleans’ jazz culture. Sit in on a drum circle in Congo Square, admire the beautiful jazz-inspired public…Read more...

Milwaukee’s Lakefront Brewery: Not Your Average Beer Tour

How many brewery tours have you been on where you walk around the brewing area, see how the beer is made, sample some brews then leave? While interesting, these types of tours can get repetitive. For those looking for a truly interesting brewery tour, Milwaukee’s Lakefront Brewery may be the quirkiest. Before I get into…Read more...

10 Tips For More Eco-Friendly Travel

In the world of travel, ecotourism is a hot topic right now. Rightfully so, especially when considering that everything we do on a trip, from the transportation we take to the foods we eat and the souvenirs we buy, has an impact on the Earth. To help you leave less of a carbon footprint, here…Read more...

12 Times You Should Break Your Travel Budget

While it’s smart to plan a budget and make wise spending decisions, there are times while traveling when a splurge is in order. Don’t think of these instances as wasting money, but as investments into your personal happiness and enhancements to your travel experience. When Safety Is An Issue While this should be a given,…Read more...
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Exploring The Dark Side Of Banos, Ecuador, Through Graffiti

Not only is Banos, Ecuador, home to pristine waterfalls, active volcanoes, adventure sports and delicious candy, it also has some impressive graffiti art. What’s interesting is that while the city itself gives off an optimistic and happy vibe through its natural beauty, cozy coffee shops and locals twisting and shaping pounds of sugar cane into…Read more...

Aquatic Experiences In Seattle

While the sunshine brings people out of their homes in the summer, the heat makes them gravitate toward the water. In Seattle, there are many fun and interesting ways to get on the water, helping you stay cool in a scenic way. For those who want to enjoy the city’s aquatic experiences, here are some…Read more...
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