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Best Day Trip Destinations from Ubud: Exploring Beyond Ubud (Bali, Indonesia)

Ubud is a small town located in the central region of Bali, Indonesia - a destination for tourists from all around the world for its diverse cultural and natural attractions. I’ve compiled a list of some of the top day excursions from Ubud for you to consider during your visit to the area. Just hop in a car or on a scooter and be on your way to a fulfilling excursion!

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10 Reasons to Add Mauritius to Your Travel Bucket List

Mauritius - a tiny East African tropical island in the middle of the Indian Ocean. Often forgotten about or not even known of by many but is now one of my top favorite countries I’ve visited yet. There is so much raw beauty, simplicity, and community in Mauritius. Because of my unforgettable time in this underrated African country, I have compiled a list of 10 reasons that you too should add Mauritius to your travel bucket list.

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What to Do in Flic en Flac, Mauritius (besides the beach): 11 Best Things to Do in Flic en Flac

Flic en Flac, located on the Central-Western coast of Mauritius, is a well-known and frequented beach town by tourists. Flic en Flac Beach is 8km long (about 5 miles) of pristine, white sands and turquoise clear waters. But going to the beach is obvious right? What else is there to do in Flic en Flac during your visit? You can make the most of Flic en Flac with my 11 ideas of (other) best things to do in Flic en Flac.

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14 of the Best Restaurants in La Gaulette and Le Morne: Where to Eat on Southwest Mauritius Coast

Mauritian cuisine is a reflection of the island's rich history and diverse cultural influences. Located in the Indian Ocean, Mauritius has been a crossroads of different cultures for centuries, resulting in a unique blend of Indian, Chinese, African, European, and Creole culinary traditions. This includes the popular coastal towns of Le Morne and La Gaulette.

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Day Trip Guide to Benitiers Island in Mauritius: How to Get to Benitiers Island, Things to Do, & More

Benitiers Island, or Île aux Benitiers, is a 160-acre island off the Southwestern coast of Mauritius. It is a popular destination for boat tours departing from the coastal towns of Le Morne and La Gaulette. The little island can be seen from these villages' shores and may spark some exploratory interest. Luckily getting to Benitiers Island is easy, affordable, and worth booking a trip to!

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Driving in Mauritius as a Tourist: Everything you need to know, cost, safety tips, & more

Driving for the first time in a new country can be intimidating. There’s a lot to learn, re-learn, and know before getting behind the wheel in a place you are unfamiliar with and has loads of different rules for its drivers. Mauritius is no exception but I am here to put any worry at ease and walk you through all those things to know so you can go into your Mauritius road trip confident and excited.

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Perfect 2 Day London Itinerary: Solo Female Travel in London

I took my very first solo trip ever to London recently! It was a quick 2 full day trip (3 nights). I packed my days as much as I could and stuck to more of the touristy stops within London that many want to check off their list. There is a lot of walking and wandering cobblestone streets in this itinerary. Keep reading for the perfect 2 day London itinerary for a first-timer.

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5-Day Ultimate California Coast Road Trip (Hwy 1) Itinerary: Driving San Francisco to Los Angeles

California is known for its vast and breathtaking scenery ranging from mountainous terrain to its famous coastline drive, HWY 1 (or Pacific Coast Highway). If you are limited on time but this drive has been on your bucket list, you are in the right place. I am going to share all of the details for how you can do this rewarding, iconic road trip too!

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23 Budget-Friendly Things to Do in San Juan, Puerto Rico

San Juan is a lively, on the rise city on the island of Puerto Rico. It is a popular destination for travelers because of its good international airport, accessibility to beautiful beaches, and budget-friendly activities and sights. There is endless opportunity to learn of San Juan’s culture, history, traditions, and way of life in the form of museums, historical sites, street life and more.

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Attending a Ngaben Balinese Hindu Cremation Ceremony as a Tourist

While in Bali, Indonesia I had the opportunity to attend a Balinese cremation ceremony called Ngaben as a tourist. This experience was unlike anything I have ever been a part of before so I want to share this experience and tips so others can see firsthand a ritual that is so deeply important and special to the Balinese Hindu community too.

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4-Day Ultimate Olympic Peninsula Road Trip Itinerary

The Olympic Peninsula is located in the Pacific Northwest in the state of Washington, US, meeting the Salish Sea and the Pacific Ocean. In this area of the state resides one of the 63 US National Parks, Olympic National Park, the Hoh Rain Forest, epic beaches, and quaint coastal towns. You can experience all of this in a short 4-day road trip and I am going to tell you how!

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