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From Jungle Town to Island Life: San Ignacio to Caye Caulker
After exploring the lively Saturday market in San Ignacio, we began our journey across Belize toward the Caribbean. A scenic drive and water taxi ride later, we arrived on the laid-back island of Caye Caulker for fresh seafood and island life.
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Tokyo to Kyoto by Bullet Train: Food, Temples, and First Impressions
After six days in Tokyo, we took the shinkansen for the first time to Kyoto. From an incredible lunch and bustling shopping streets to temple explorations, our first day in Japan’s ancient capital was unforgettable.
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Visiting St. Augustine’s Spanish Fort: History & What to Know
Here’s what to know before visiting Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. From its unique coquina stone walls to centuries of Spanish, British, and American history, this is what you can expect when exploring St. Augustine’s iconic waterfront fort.
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Exploring Mayan Ruins in Belize
On our first full day in Belize, we explored the ancient Maya sites of Xunantunich and Cahal Pech, rode a hand-cranked ferry and local buses, wandered San Ignacio, and even found time to just relax.
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Three Days at Star Wars Celebration Japan
Attending Star Wars Celebration Japan was exciting, overwhelming, and exhausting all at once. Here’s what those three days in Chiba were really like, from panels and cosplay to the quieter moments in between.
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Traveling to Cuba as an American: My Experience & How to Do It
Going to Cuba as an American is easier than you might expect. Based on my own trip, here’s how to do it, what to avoid, and what you’ll really see once you arrive.
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Is the Bahamas Worth It? Flying vs Cruising Compared
If you want to visit the Bahamas, cruising is the best and cheapest option to see the country, but flying can have its merits.
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The Journey from San Jose, California to San Ignacio, Belize
It took 2 flights and a 2-hour ride to get to our hotel the first night in Belize, but our driver made learned plenty about his country along the way!
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How to Take the Train in Japan: A Beginner’s Guide
Traveling to Japan for the first time? This beginner-friendly guide explains how to use Japan’s trains, from paying fares and IC cards to transfers, rush hour, and bullet trains.
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Tokyo Day 2: From Gundam to Godzilla
From the unique landmarks of Odaiba to the night life of Shinjuku, this was my second full day in Japan.
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Belize Travel Budget 2025: What I Spent in 4 Nights
Is it worth your money to travel to this Caribbean nation? This is my complete budget breakdown.
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Thanksgiving in Chicago: My Snowy Experience in the Windy City
I had a great time in both the suburbs and city proper, but it was quite the journey actually getting home.