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jessie festa, solo female travel blogger

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to inspire you to liveย your best life through travel

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Hiking the Longji Rice Terraces in China

Hiking the Longji Rice Terraces in southern China is something I would recommend for everyone to add to their bucket list. And I think you’ll agree with me once you read this China travel guide explaining this incredible place. The area covers over 16,000 acres, with their creation beginning during the Yuan Dynasty. If you…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...

Going Back in Time at McSorley’s Old Ale House in New York

Nestled in the heart of the trendy East Village is an un-trendy tavern that has literally stood the test of time. One of the oldest bars in America, McSorley’s was a popular watering hole in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s and hasn’t changed a bit since. Not going to lie, I really felt like…Read more...

10 Sexy Sites From Around the World

Forget castles, churches, fine art galleries, and history museums; the tourist sites on this list celebrate the thing almost everyone has in common, sex. From penis parks to fertility shrines to bondage demonstrations, these sexy sites from around the world will make your trip a bit quirkier while educating you on the local culture in…Read more...

Having Lunch with Anthony Bourdain at LAUT in New York

This week, I got the chance to attend a Singapore tasting menu and Q&A with Anthony Bourdain, celebrity chef of the hit shows No Reservations and The Layover. The event was held at Laut near Union Square in New York. After attending, not only am I head-over-heels in love with Singaporean food; I’ve also learned…Read more...

10 Reasons Why Long Island Should Be on Your Bucket List

So while I write a ton of posts on New York City and spend a lot of my time there I’m actually a proud Long Island native (I actually still live here). It always amazes me how much my friends love it when they visit, always completely surprised at the fact that there’s such a…Read more...

Hostel Review: Geko Hostel in Paraty, Brazil

In Paraty, Brazil, you will find a hostel that is more like a paradise than a budget accommodation. The Geko Paraty Hostel & Pousada is located directly on Praia do Pontal Beach, and whether you want to nurse a hangover, get a tan, or just take in some beautiful scenery you are literally steps away.…Read more...
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