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Staybridge Suites – Tucson Arizona: Honest Hotel Review

ByMelissa July 21, 2024

Honest review of the Staybridge Suites in Tucson Arizona hotel. What are the rooms like? Is this a good place to stay in Tucson? I’ll give it to you straight!

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Lake Nakuru Lodge Review – Kenya, Africa: Honest Review!

ByMelissa July 16, 2024

Honest review of the Lake Nakuru Lodge — my sister and I stayed here for one night while on safari at Lake Nakuru National Park. I’ll review the Lake Nakuru Lodge and tell you everything you need to know!

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Itinerary for One Amazing Day in New Delhi India

ByMelissa July 14, 2024

If you’re planning on visiting India, chances are you’re going to arrive in New Delhi. And while Delhi probably…

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Kenya Travel Tips: Malaria Pills, Yellow Fever Vaccine, Transportation and more!

ByMelissa July 11, 2024

Kenya travel tips, including visa information for US citizens, yellow fever vaccine, and do I need to take malaria pills? Transportation information, Kenya road conditions and safari travel tips!

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Towneplace Suites Chandler Fashion Center, Arizona Hotel Review

ByMelissa July 10, 2024

I stayed at the Towneplace Suites by Marriott in Chandler, Arizona for three nights. I chose this hotel due…

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White Sands National Park during monsoon season

Is White Sands National Park Worth Visiting? Ultimate Guide!

Byadmin July 9, 2024July 22, 2026

Is White Sands National Park worth visiting? I’ll give you an honest review of White Sands National Park in this blog post guide

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Iceland Hotel Review: FossHotel Westfjords (Patreksfjordur)

ByMelissa July 1, 2024

Honest hotel review of the Fosshotel Westfjords, in Patreksfjordur Iceland. Is this hotel a good base for exploring the Westfjords in Iceland?

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9 Things I Wish I Knew Before Going on an East Africa Safari – Tips

ByMelissa June 28, 2024

East Africa safari tips – 9 things I wish I knew before going on East Africa Safari. Tips and tricks for safari vacation planning. Useful hints on what to pack, wear and plan

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Complete Guide to Visiting Walnut Canyon National Monument in Arizona

ByMelissa June 23, 2024

Walnut Canyon National Monument – Guide for the first time visitor! Day trip from Flagstaff or Sedona Arizona. What to see and do

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Hiking the Hanging Garden Trail Arizona

ByMelissa June 11, 2024

Hanging Garden trail Arizona – near Page, Arizona. Complete hiking guide to this easy hike in Northern Arizona

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Guide: Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Photos & More

ByMelissa June 2, 2024

Guide to Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Photos and more! Learn about Hohokam people in National Park Service unit

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Montezuma Castle National Monument + Montezuma Well – Arizona

ByMelissa May 29, 2024

Montezuma Castle National Monument is an historical place in Arizona where you can see an ancient cliff dwelling house…

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Lake Munyanyange Caves Lodge – Uganda Safari Hotel Review

ByMelissa May 24, 2024

Located just outside of Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda, is the Lake Munyanyange Caves Lodge. This is one…

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