My girls and I returned to Havana from Trinidad, but this time further west into the neighborhood of Vedado. Each neighborhood in the city is vastly different and each grants its visitors unique experiences.
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Capturing the solar eclipse in totality was an incredible experience. It wasn't the twenty degree drop in temperature that gave me goosebumps. It was the synchronized roar of our campsite, the feeling of community, as we realized the magnitude of the event.
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Dinner at Raymond's is an iconic Newfoundland experience. One that brings you as organic an encounter as foraging yourself for local meats and produce. As synonymous to the island as whale tours and a hike to Signal Hill, one shouldn't leave St. John's without getting a true taste of Newfoundland.
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It doesn't take expensive equipment and pressed khakis to enjoy a beautiful day on a meticulously landscaped golf course. Thanks to the development of FootGolf, anyone with the ability to kick a ball can enjoy the greens.
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Last week held St. John's annual Regatta Day. Historically, the Royal St. John's Regatta holds the title of North America's oldest sporting event. Boat races are documented as far back as 1816 and further believed to date back even earlier.
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My constant gallivanting has left my home in less than spotless condition. So when Kacie told me she'd adopted a cleaning routine from Clean Mama I was all ears. And fingers. As in, my fingers were loading up my online shopping cart.
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Stepping into our casa particular, dubbed El Conquistador, set the tone for our beach-town stay. The lush plants and colorful murals inside the seemingly typical stucco building enchanted us. Trinidad is a World Heritage site renowned for it's preservation of Cuba's old world charm. It's described as the most colorful city in Cuba and I couldn't agree more.
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I've returned from a one week girlfriends trip to Cuba, split between the cities of Havana and Trinidad. An adventure and culture packed seven days that I am so excited to recap for you!
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A non-sponsored review of a hydrating face mask that has become an integral part of my post-travel beauty routine.
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Last week James and I received some very special visitors (come from aways) to Newfoundland! We were so excited to show off our quirky second home to our dear friends and packed their short time with many adventures.
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Finding the perfect backpacking bag is no easy feat. I believe I once had the perfect bag, but an unfortunate spin through the Mexico City Airport took my pack out of commission. No longer on the market, I've done a fair bit of research in finding a replacement. Read and tell me your thoughts. I'm open to suggestions!
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Seafood is awesome any time of year, but unarguably much better when it's caught fresh and served locally. Newfoundland, being an island in the North Atlantic is positioned in a prime location for delectable sea creatures. Lobster and mussels and crabs, OH MY!
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