Would you return to a destination that you already visited but didn’t quite love the first time around? This is exactly what I ended up doing with Antigua, Guatemala, where…
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Sustainable Travel In Copán Ruinas, Honduras: What To Do, Eat, And More
by AlissaWhen planning my travels in Honduras, I knew that I wanted to make a stop at the famous Mayan ruins of Copán. Little did I know, the nearby town of…
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Food Poisoning In León, Nicaragua: Navigating Fear, Gratitude, And Embracing The Unexpected While Traveling
by AlissaYep, I thought as I clutched the edge of the toilet, my face damp from a mix of sweat and tears as I vomited my guts out. Less than 48…
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Where To Dance Salsa And Bachata In León, Nicaragua
by Alissaby Alissa 2 commentsLeón was by far my favorite city that I visited while traveling in Nicaragua, for its colorful array of streets, its open and approachable people, and to my pleasant surprise,…
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Solo Female Travel In Nicaragua: Everything You Need To Know
by AlissaSo I’m not going to lie: I freaking love Nicaragua. Since coming home from my Nicaragua trip I’ve been trying to talk about it without just gushing cliches (beautiful landscapes,…
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Hiking In Palestine: Encountering Joy And Compassion While Walking In The West Bank
by AlissaSince coming home from my travels in Palestine, I’ve had many curious friends and family members ask me the same question: what is it actually like there? The media certainly…
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One Day In Nablus, Palestine: A Day Trip From Ramallah
by Alissaby Alissa 7 commentsI knew during my adventures around the West Bank that I wanted to make it to the city of Nablus, Palestine. Famous for its olive oil production and regarded by…
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Art And Palestinian Resistance: Walking The Separation Wall In Bethlehem, Palestine
by AlissaIt is impossible to miss the separation wall when traveling in the West Bank. It is a hulking, concrete snake that twists and turns its way throughout the land, lining…
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Solo Female Travel In Palestine: Everything You Need To Know
by AlissaI had two questions when contemplating solo female travel in Palestine: 1) Is it possible? and 2) Can I really just go, or do I need to go as part…
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Where To Dance Bachata In NYC: Your Calendar For Dancing All Week Long
by Alissaby Alissa 3 commentsNew York City has a thriving social Latin dance scene, with a historic foothold in the dance community, countless venues throughout the city, and thousands of great dancers. However, when…