Woman sitting on a cliff edge overlooking the dramatic sea stacks and turquoise waters of Diamond Beach on Nusa Penida.
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Nusa Islands Guide: Best Things to Do in Lembongan, Ceningan & Penida

If you’ve ever dreamed of finding Bali before the crowds, then the three Nusa Islands — Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Ceningan, and Nusa Penida — might just be the tropical escape you’re looking for. Think white sand beaches, rugged cliffs, and crystal-clear water without the chaos of Canggu or Seminyak. Just a short boat ride from…

otherworldly coral formations with eerie light shining down from the surface
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The Complete Cozumel Scuba Diving Guide

Disclaimer: I was a guest of ScubaTony for a full week of Cozumel scuba diving. As always, all opinions are my own. Mask on, regulator in, roll back… Descend down to towering reef formations and thriving wildlife. Giant green moray eels popping out of their holes, nurse sharks and hawksbill turtles meandering along, and hundreds…

A scuba instructor underwater for the SSI Advanced Open Water course
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SSI Advanced Open Water Course with ScubaTony in Cozumel, Mexico [Review]

Disclaimer: I received my SSI Advanced Open Water Course, as well as 3 days of fun dives, from ScubaTony in exchange for my honest review. As always, all opinions are my own. With warm waters, absolutely amazing marine life and coral formations, and a boat load of dive schools–not to mention its easy access from…

a white house and palm tress by ubud rice fields
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Ubud Itinerary: 4 Days in Ubud for First-Timers

There’s just something about Ubud. Maybe it’s the sound of roosters crowing in the morning, the scent of incense wafting from daily offerings, or the way time seems to stretch out as you wander past rice fields and temples. Whether you’re coming to Bali for a soul-searching journey, a digital detox, or just a really…

Back view of a woman with braided hair looking out over Lago di Ledro and the surrounding forested mountains in Trentino, Italy.
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Valle di Ledro: 8 Things To Do in This Offbeat Adventure Destination in Trentino, Italy

***Thank you to the Valle di Ledro tourism board and Visit Trentino for hosting me on this trip, as well as to Traverse for helping to make it happen! As always, all opinions are my own.*** Whether you’re looking to escape the crowds and spend a few days relaxing in unspoilt nature, or want a…