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Is Worldpackers Worth It? Honest Review + Worldpackers Promo Code

Is Worldpackers worth it? Here are my thoughts on work exchanges with Worldpackers based on personal experience! You can also use Worldpackers promo code GABBY to save $10 on your membership. Worldpackers is one of the most well-established websites for finding work exchanges. Workaway, WOOFing, and even traditional job search websites like Indeed are other …

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Travel Hacks For Europe: Packing And Planning Tips

Travel Hacks for Europe: The best packing and planning tips for a trip to Europe. It's no surprise that I love Europe. I will never pass up an opportunity to come back to this small yet diverse continent. And with every visit, I discover something new. I've been giving lots of travel tips to friends …

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Hiking The South Lawson Waterfall Circuit, Blue Mountains

Practical guide and my own experience hiking the South Lawson Waterfall Circuit in the Blue Mountains near Sydney, Australia. One of the best day trips from Sydney is the Blue Mountains! This rugged and breathtaking national park is full of mountains, valleys, caves, rivers, waterfalls, and so much more. If you're looking for a fun …

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Budget Travel Guide To Copenhagen, Denmark

A budget travel guide to Copenhagen, Denmark, perfect for backpackers and study abroad students. Copenhagen is a peaceful, unique, and versatile European destination. It's the first place I traveled to alone. Copenhagen is safe, comfortable, and easy to navigate. People speak English, and people are friendly. Scandinavia is known for being super expensive, but it is …

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San Juan La Laguna Photo Diary

All my favorite photos from San Juan La Laguna, in Lake Atitlán, Guatemala. For the last ten days, I've been volunteering at GuateSUP, a paddle-boarding company in Lake Atitlán, Guatemala. My life here revolves around paddling, yoga, playing with the dogs, and getting to know the other guests and volunteers. GuateSUP is based in Panajachel, …

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Is Worldpackers Safe? Personal Experience + Work Exchange Tips

If you’re wondering, “Is Worldpackers safe?”, I’m here to share my own personal insights, experiences, and tips for trying a work exchange through this platform! Work exchanges are one of my favorite ways to travel! I’ve talked about this many times on this blog, but I am so passionate about this topic. For anyone who …

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13 Amazing Day Hikes in the Blue Mountains

Here are some of my favoriteday hikes in the Blue Mountains, perfect for weekend trips or day trips from Sydney! The Blue Mountains has become one of my favorite places in Australia. Every time I visit, I am amazed at the crisp, fresh air and the magnificent, rugged scenery.  For someone living in Sydney, the …

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How To Do An African Safari On A Budget

Want to do an African safari on a budget? Here are my tips for finding affordable yet fulfilling safaris in South Africa. Before visiting South Africa, I did extensive research on safaris. Going on an African safari has always been a dream of mine. So when I finally booked the flight to South Africa, I …

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