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Cape Town is arguably the loveliest city in South Africa, with plenty of things to do and places to explore. One could easily spend weeks discovering its beauty, but if you only have 24 hours, this is all of the very best things to do in Cape Town in one day, plus the cutest boutique hotel to stay, eat and relax!
Featuring the Ellerman House in Bantry Bay, the most wonderful place to stay in Cape Town.
https://www.ellerman.co.za/en
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Where to travel alone RIGHT NOW: youtu.be/6EIlkAJRxXA?si=8WSYJPya5VMUl9Ze
DO NOT travel to these places alone: youtu.be/4IlQ7g1E2Jo?si=9JT9PDC1cmb7Bmfy
Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:52 - Ellerman House
1:30 - Lion's Head Hike
2:39 - Muizenberg Beach
3:09 - Boulders Beach
3:36 - Chapmans Peak
4:01 - More beaches, neighbordhoods and museums
4:34 - Robben Island
5:10 - Table Mountain
6:10 - Evening cocktails and dinner
On our recent trip to Bali, I decided to splurge on one of the best hotels in the world, Capella Ubud, with a 3-night stay at 2 different tents. Yes, you read that right, it is essentially glamping.
From the accommodation, service, and food experience, here's what you can expect when staying at the most expensive hotel in Bali. Would you do it?
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Bali vs. Lombok: youtu.be/dQ1kL4l3-_A?si=KbmNFF6LogjobrUp
Nusa Penida guide: youtu.be/1X39TPsyI84?si=zfPiLbdIVuQZBXfa
Nusa Ceningan + Lembongan guide: youtu.be/l1BeNMv3GHE?si=-aRhksPUrv3Z2Hc6
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:50 - Check in
1:47 - Tent tour
2:43 - About Capella
3:17 - Afternoon tea
3:43 - Breakfast
5:00 - Room service
6:20 - The toilet...
6:40 - Thoughts
7:48 - Second tent tour
9:18 - Cocktail and dinner
10:06 - Final thoughts
I've spent extensive time on both Bali and Lombok, as well as their surrounding islands. Here's a comprehensive comparison between the two, when it comes to crowd, cultures, accommodation options, experience, food and activities available, to help you decide which island is better suited for your next holiday in Indonesia. If you have visited both, let me know which was your favorite in the comments!
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Nusa Penida guide: youtu.be/1X39TPsyI84?si=R0QUkYG5i8WcfwRU
Nusa Lembongan + Ceningan guide: youtu.be/l1BeNMv3GHE?si=0OxfY1ygbw59Hp0n
Lombok with a local guide: youtu.be/RxCh5lOmtVc?si=v3tRmOHV7w8cJubT
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:26 - Crowds
1:28 - Traffic
1:52 - Things to do
2:32 - Culture
4:08 - Facilities
5:04 - Vacation style
6:30 - Seasonality
7:03 - Nature
8:06 - Transportation
8:23 - Which island is better?
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After living and exploring Nevada in the past 3 years, here are some of my favorite spots that you must see on an epic road trip. If you like solitude, nature and all things quirky and amazing, Nevada is the perfect road trip destination for you.
A complete guide to Nevada: bemytravelmuse.com/nevada-guide-2
Watch more NEVADA videos:
ALONE in the Darkest Place on earth (Black Rock Desert): youtu.be/PAgU07pgJBc
Why I moved to Nevada:
youtu.be/j2LlZj2trL4
Great Basin National Park:
youtu.be/a2UJBvBZbOY
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:30 - Las Vegas
0:52 - Seven Magic Mountains
1:05 - Helicopter ride
1:25 - Valley of Fire
1:38 - Hoover Dam
1:46 - Lake Mead
1:55 - Rhyolite Town
2:49 - Tonopah
3:36 - Loneliest road in America
4:22 - Great Basin National Park
5:19 - Ruby Mountains
5:30 - Reno
5:45 - Lake Tahoe
6:08 - Black Rock Desert
6:45 - Massacre Rim
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More solo travel videos ↠
Alone in New Mexico youtube.com/watch?v=3Ta95VCSaQk&t
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Solo in Utah youtube.com/watch?v=eWvglc3ix-w&t
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With the world finally opened up once again, are you eager to go on a solo trip? Here are 10 mind-blowingly beautiful destinations around the world that are simply perfect to travel solo right now, for different reasons.
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Watch more:
Where NOT to travel alone: youtu.be/4IlQ7g1E2Jo
10 SAFEST countries for women: youtu.be/UrXMn8JA3bI
Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:17 - destination 1
1:34 - destination 2
2:44 - destination 3
4:01 - destination 4
5:04 - destination 5
5:46 - destination 6
6:40 - destination 7
7:34 - destination 8
8:25 - destination 9
9:27 - destination 10
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We spent a few days on Flores Island in Azores, Portugal, a tiny island with a population of only 4000! We visited several waterfalls, including the infamous Poço da Ribeira do Ferreiro. Our time in the Azores was absolutely sublime and we can't wait to be back!
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São Miguel Island road trip:
youtu.be/s3q-Mce5Ol4
A day in the life traveling with a baby:
youtu.be/piNrVWsO_Fc
Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:48 - viewpoints
1:42 - Costa Nordeste
2:10 - Weather on Flores Island
2:26 - Lunch stop
3:00 - Flores island travel tips
3:35 - Moinho da Cascata tour
4:41 - Miradouro Craveiro Lopes attempt #1
5:48 - Piscinas naturais de Santa Cruz
6:20 - Spot Azores
6:45 - Miradouro Lagoa Negra e Lagoa Comprida
7:14 - Miradouro Craveiro Lopes attempt #2
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Watch more:
10 best countries for first-time solo travelers: youtu.be/fYrMROuwuew
Don't make these solo travel mistakes:
youtu.be/lGTwtfCGoZA
Why every women should travel alone:
youtu.be/PMBqLmXiLis
Each place plotted plus our stays linked here: bemytravelmuse.com/sao-miguel-azores-itinerary-things-to-do
bemytravelmuse.com/azores-places-to-stay-hotels
A day in our lives traveling the Azores with a baby: youtu.be/piNrVWsO_Fc
Our travel stroller: parenthoodadventures.com/gb-pockit-qbit-travel-stoller-review
I am a HUGE solo female travel advocate - I built a career around it! I've been to over 70 countries, and traveled solo in over 60 of them. Solo female travel is one of the most adventurous, eye-opening and empowering thing a woman can do, but there are some places that I simply cannot recommend for a solo trip, for various reasons. Watch on and let me know if you agree with the list!
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10 best countries for first-time solo travelers: youtu.be/fYrMROuwuew
Don't make these solo travel mistakes:
youtu.be/lGTwtfCGoZA
Why every women should travel alone:
youtu.be/PMBqLmXiLis
Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:26 - Country 10
1:17 - Country 9
2:06 - Country 8
3:36 - Country 7
4:45 - Country 6
5:54 - Country 5
7:07 - Country 4
8:06 - Country 3
8:37 - Country 2
9:22 - Country 1
Here's our daily routine as a traveling family, with our infant baby!
I have been traveling around the world solo in the past 10 years, and also traveled extensively with my partner, Garrett. With the arrival of our baby, we are now navigating family travel, which is completely different from solo or couple travel! Follow along as we traveled from Sete Cidades to Nordeste on Sao Miguel Island in Portugal.
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How to survive flying long haul with a baby: youtu.be/rvusT2rw4OY
How traveling with a baby is different: youtu.be/aMEzEolvmjg
What to pack when flying with a baby: youtu.be/Rw_MTziVbMc
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:32 - breakfast
2:12 - Checking out
3:18 - Miradouro dos Melos
4:35 - Cascata do Salto do Cabrito
5:38 - Napping while traveling
5:57 - Miradouro do Cinturão
6:21 - Lunch stop
6:55 - Why we travel with a baby
7:42 - Why Sao Miguel
8:20 - Changing diaper on the road
8:42 - Nordeste (hotel tour)
10:24 - Dinner
11:32 - Bedtime
13:10 - Outro
From the introverts to the beach bums, here are 7 amazing countries to travel to, especially as a solo female traveler! Is your favorite country on the list?
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10 safest countries for women travelers: youtu.be/UrXMn8JA3bI
Where to travel alone for the first time: youtu.be/fYrMROuwuew
Don't make these solo travel mistakes: youtu.be/lGTwtfCGoZA
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:26 - For Adventure Seekers
1:52 - For the Introverts
3:54 - Togethxr
4:33 - For Nature Lovers
6:23 - For the Foodies
7:51 - For Luxury Travelers
8:56 - For culture lovers
10:52 - For the beach bums
12:27 - Outro
We took our baby across the country at 2 months old, and across the Pacific Ocean at 6 months old. None of them prepared us for this 30+ hours road trip from Reno, Nevada, to Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park! Our son also taught us a big lesson I will remember for our future trips. follow along as I show you everything we brought, how we helped our baby to get some sleep, the ups, downs and everything in between about going on a road trip with a baby!
Our Osprey Baby Carrier (gifted): parenthoodadventures.com/ospreypoco
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How to survive flying long haul with a baby: youtu.be/rvusT2rw4OY
How traveling with a baby is different: youtu.be/aMEzEolvmjg
What to pack when flying with a baby: youtu.be/Rw_MTziVbMc
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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:00 - Baby's travel preferences
1:33 - The road trip begins
2:46 - White-out :(
3:22 - Stuck in Ely, Nevada
3:51 - Ely to Springdale
4:23 - Arrive at Zion National Park
4:41 - First hike with our new carrier
6:02 - Eating when we travel
6:28 - Scenic drive
7:00 - Walk in a stroller
7:23 - Virgin River Trail
7:52 - Emerald Pool Trail
8:31 - Watchman Trail
9:08 - Drive to Bryce Canyon National Park
10:03 - What to bring on a road trip with a baby
12:21 - Bryce Canyon sunset walk
13:17 - Navajo Loop
13:58 - A big lesson from our baby
15:31 - 9 hours drive home
16:24 - Stuck in Eureka, Nevada
17:18 - Finally going home
After traveling to over 60 countries solo, these are the 10 countries that I felt safest traveling in, as a woman who is traveling alone. I also share the 5 places where I had personal encounters that made me feel unsafe, not to discourage you to visit them, but to help increase awareness on what could potentially happen when you travel alone.
Watch more:
Where to travel alone for the first time: youtu.be/fYrMROuwuew
Don't make these solo travel mistakes: youtu.be/lGTwtfCGoZA
Traveling as an introvert - 4 things to know: youtu.be/q9rPv0VBung
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:24 - Safest country #1
1:00 - Safest country #2
1:59 - Safest country #3
2:52 - Safest country #4
4:12 - Safest country #5
4:46 - Safest country #6
5:25 - Safest country #7
7:10 - Safest country #8
8:48 - Safest country #9
9:43 - Safest country #10
11:00 - Where I did not feel safe #1
12:11 - Where I did not feel safe #2
12:51 - Where I did not feel safe #3
13:45 - Where I did not feel safe #4
14:33 - Where I did not feel safe #5
15:10 - outro
Make sure to watch this before you visit teamLab Planets in Tokyo, Japan!
I visited teamLab Borderless (now closed) a few years ago and fell in love with the mesmerizing exhibitions. This year, I return with my little family to visit the teamLab Planets, and here are the 6 things I think everyone must know before they go, including how to get photos without others in them.
A detailed 2-week Japan itinerary blog post here: bemytravelmuse.com/japan-winter-itinerary-2-weeks
Watch more:
The ultimate Japan itinerary (2 weeks): youtu.be/CHyysy9jYZ8
62 hours in Takayama: youtu.be/KcvsGAYIOAE
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:54: Tip #1
1:05: Tip #2
1:18: Waterfall of Light Particles
1:36: The Infinite Crystal Universe
2:16: Expanding Three-Dimensional Existence in Transforming Space
2:31: Floating in the Falling Universe of Flowers
2:44: Drawing on the Water Surface
3:10: Tip #3
3:29: Moss Garden of Resonating Microcosms
3:40: Floating Flower Garden
4:07: Tip #4
4:22: Tip #5
4:46: Soft Black Hole
5:03: Tip #6
5:35: Final Thoughts
For our first big international trip as a family, we chose Japan! We'll explore the best things to do in Kyoto, Takayama, Kawaguchiko, and Tokyo, from the shrines and temples of Kyoto, to the amazing food.
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A detailed 2-week Japan itinerary blog post here: bemytravelmuse.com/japan-winter-itinerary-2-weeks
Watch more:
72 hours in Takayama: youtu.be/KcvsGAYIOAE
How to survive flying long haul with a baby: youtu.be/rvusT2rw4OY
How traveling with a baby is different: youtu.be/aMEzEolvmjg
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:30 - Kyoto
1:05 - Arashiyama bamboo forest
1:49 - Kaiser dining experience (must-do!)
3:50 - Fushimi Inari Taisha
4:32 - Kyoto tips!
4:50 - Takayama
5:56 - Shirakawago
8:00 - Takayama to Kawaguchiko
8:35 - JR pass or not?
10:10 - Kozantei Ubuya
11:52 - What we DO NOT recommend
12:42 - Chureito Pagoda
12:33 - Tenku no Torii
13:44 - Kawaguchiko to Tokyo
14:08 - Prince Gallery Kioicho Hotel
14:36 - Hie Shrine
14:55 - Meiji Jingu
15:13 - TeamLab Planets
17:05 - Nakano Broadway
18:14 - What else to do in Tokyo
From Kyoto, we took 2 trains up to Takayama, the gateway to the Japanese Northern Alps. We picked this town for its historic feel and famous food, and the opportunity to experience what is it like to be in a snow globe!
Watch the vlog as we fill our tummies with delicious food, visit historical sites including Sanmachi and Hida no Sato folk village, as well as the Light Up Shirakawa-go event, the highlight of our Takayama trip.
Watch more:
Flying long haul with a baby: youtu.be/rvusT2rw4OY
How traveling with a baby is different: youtu.be/aMEzEolvmjg
What to pack when flying with a baby: youtu.be/Rw_MTziVbMc
An epic Japan 2-week itinerary: bemytravelmuse.com/japan-winter-itinerary-2-weeks
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:25 - Kyoto to Takayama
0:59 - Airbnb tour
1:30 - Lunch at a local restaurant
3:00 - Shirakawa-go Light Up event
5:11 - Private onsen time!
5:58 - Google translate FTW
6:37 - Sabou Usagi café
7:24 - Sanmachi
8:03 - Hida no Sato folk village
Our baby Felix has been on 17 flights, some with extensive delays. He's been a champion so far, but can he survive 11 hours on an airplane from LAX to Japan, with several layovers and timezone changes?!
Nobody likes being on a plane with a screaming baby, and I was definitely anxious about that! Luckily for us, the journey was completed with minimum drama. I hope this vlog encourages you to keep traveling and exploring the world after a baby, because it's totally doable!
Watch more:
How traveling with a baby is different: youtu.be/aMEzEolvmjg
What to pack when flying with a baby: youtu.be/Rw_MTziVbMc
My positive birth story: youtu.be/fjxv2-IBQWw
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:50 - LAX Airport
1:55 - Pumping on the go
2:37 - LAX to Tokyo, Japan
3:21 - Eating and resting on the flight
4:57 - Pumping and cleaning on plan
5:28 - Entertainment for baby
6:21 - Landing at Tokyo
7:16 - Transfer to Osaka
8:00 - Important tips for parents
8:52 - Osaka - Kyoto
9:40 - Arrival!
After traveling mostly solo for over a decade, I am now fully transitioned to with my baby, who depend on me for food and care. I am so glad that Felix was relatively easy to travel with, but was also surprised by what I encountered. My fellow traveling moms, watch the vlog and tell me if you can relate!
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:34 - One thing that changed
0:40 - One thing that reduced
2:17 - Time Management
3:30 - One thing that increased
4:42 - Inconveniences
5:08 - $$$
5:52 - Trip planning
7:04 - People are lovely
7:47 - Baby's discovery
8:20 - New level of travel unlocked
I recently went on a week-long trip with my baby and partner, and I have to say that we did a fantastic job with packing! We managed to keep things minimal yet had all of the essentials to help our baby travel and sleep better. In this vlog, I am sharing with you everything we packed with us on our first trip with a baby, and tips on helping your baby sleep well on your journey.
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:38 - The best diaper bag I found
1:31 - What's in our diaper bag
3:25 - What's in our suitcase
3:58 - How to handle sleeping
6:40 - Lovevery Play Gym & Play Kit
7:48 - Stroller & Car Seat
8:46 - Bathing & Shower Time
When I imagined the Vermont of my dreams, it consisted of maple all the things, crisp autumn weather, and the most incredible fall foliage on Earth. My expectations were high, which is always risky when visiting a new place, but I’m pleased to say Vermont exceeded them. It's one of those places you've got to see to believe. Follow us along as we take you through Ben & Jerry's, a gondola ride up the mountains to see the fall foliage at its peak, delicious breweries, cafes and restaurants, and a hike through Camel's Hump.
↠ A detailed blog post about leaf peeping in Vermont:
bemytravelmuse.com/burlington-vermont-leaf-peeping-itinerary-foliage
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:45 - Ben & Jerry's
1:20 - Gondola Ride
1:47 - A little Fiasco
2:02 - Beautiful Fall Foliage
2:26 - Idletyme Brewery
2:58 - Church Street
4:03 - Muddy Waters
4:39 - Waterfront
4:49 - Tom Girl
5:25 - Shelburne Sugarworks
5:53 - Hiking Camel's Hump State Park
7:24 - One lane bridge
7:40 - Outro
I was born and raised in sunny California, and have traveled the golden state from top to bottom. If you only have 2 weeks, this is the perfect itinerary that will help you see the very best of the state, with some local spots that are a personal favorite. Watch the vlog and tell me which stop interests you the most! I hope this vlog helps you plan the most epic California road trip and explore my beautiful home state.
Click here for the ultimate California road trip itinerary, with even more insider tips: bemytravelmuse.com/pacific-coast-highway-road-trip-itinerary
A COMPLETE GUIDE TO CALIFORNIA: bemytravelmuse.com/california-guide
MORE EPIC Road Trip Itineraries:
2 Weeks in Utah: youtu.be/6-WpIaDZxm0
2 Weeks in New Mexico: youtu.be/xs2uVsH5q5c
Alaska Winter Road Trip: youtu.be/QPSZIPhRaz8
The Ultimate Nevada Road Trip: youtu.be/lxT5kU4JKPw
Idaho Road Trip: youtu.be/KzdVZdzWhXc
California Desert Road Trip: youtu.be/8jEH6He34t4
Here is my positive, empowering and (relatively) easy birth story! I am SO thankful for an easy delivery, especially after the drama during my 39th and 40th week. If you are about to become a new mom, I hope my birth story will assure and empower you.
More pregnancy related videos:
34 weeks pregnant: youtu.be/gqKd8VGnULs
36 weeks pregnant: youtu.be/5As9H7bmzK4
39 weeks pregnant: youtu.be/dY89R3lPyd0
Minimalist + non-toxic nursery tour: youtu.be/2jueooazKV4
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The final stretch started rough - I woke up in the middle of the night with contraction, thinking that "this is it". 12 hours later, it just stopped.
I was dumbfounded, angry and confused all at once.
Throughout my pregnancy, I've been practicing hypnobirthing. One of the key element of this practice is to trust your body. So I put myself back together, focus on self-care, read audiobooks and did all of the nice things as I continue on this pregnancy journey. The 39th week has been a huge learning curve, and I continue to feel thankful for the opportunity to experience everything.
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:25 - My first solo trip abroad
0:56 - My Travel Goals
1:46 - Partying vs. Not Partying
3:28 - Meeting Others
4:44 - Introvert vs. Extrovert
5:46 - My Travel Style
6:56 - Accommodation Choices
8:16 - Budget & Time Frame
10:18 - What has NOT change
10 years ago I was getting ready to leave on an open-ended trip into the unknown. I'd quit my corporate job, ended my lease (and relationship), parked the domain for this blog, and bought a one-way ticket to Bangkok. A couple months later, I'd embark on the journey that I'm still on today.
10 years and over 60 solo countries, many laughs, tears, zip codes, friendships, loves, and losses later, I sit here in awe of the past decade. It taught me more about myself and the world than anything else could have. It was a far greater education than 16 years in school had been.
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:35 - Happiness
2:00 - Change is the only constant
2:35 - People are mostly good
3:45 - Tough moments make great memories
4:35 - We have to consider our impact
5:23 - Never too late, never too early
6:05 - Social media is not real life
6:54 - There's no right or wrong
7:19 - The butterfly effect
8:08 - Things will not go according to plan
We're exploring some new parts of the lake, hiking, and reflecting on what made us move here and our favorite things about living in Reno/Tahoe. Find the Lifestraw products we used here: lifestraw.com/collections/lifestraw-peak-collection
More videos in the area:
Off grid on the clearest lake in the world: youtube.com/watch?v=TvSLxxl4mXQ
Why I moved to Nevada: youtube.com/watch?v=j2LlZj2trL4
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Watch more:
34 Weeks pregnant - Nesting, maternity shoot, setting up the nursery: youtube.com/watch?v=gqKd8VGnULs&t
Finding out I'm pregnant: youtube.com/watch?v=NfPGapFEmmc&t
Baby gender reveal: youtube.com/watch?v=g5b-0rYLfwI&t
How we decided to have kids (since we were on the fence): youtube.com/watch?v=66Gw72bQnz8&t
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0:00 intro
0:25 maternity shoot (last one?)
3:42 dates?
4:40 self love
6:03 what's in my hospital bag?
We also had our 34 week ultrasound to check growth, I'm navigating staying active hiking while pregnant and doing prenatal yoga, and we put together his crib and other furniture in the nursery.
Watch more:
Finding out I'm pregnant: youtube.com/watch?v=NfPGapFEmmc&t
Baby gender reveal: youtube.com/watch?v=g5b-0rYLfwI&t
How we decided to have kids (since we were on the fence): youtube.com/watch?v=66Gw72bQnz8&t
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Favorite yoga right now: youtube.com/watch?v=PPvMR2pfMg0
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I took a solo trip to Southern Idaho, one of my favorite states to travel alone in. As an introvert, I really appreciate the solitude, vast spaces with little or no crowds that Southern Idaho offers. Follow along as I take you around waterfalls, hiking spots, solo traveler-friendly accommodations and delicious restaurant in Southern Idaho!
My Southern Idaho itinerary here ↠ bemytravelmuse.com/things-to-do-twin-falls-idaho
Thanks Visit Southern Idaho for hosting this trip: visitsouthidaho.com
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:35 - City of Rocks
1:48 - Shoshone Falls
2:42 - Twin Falls Visitor Center (Overlook)
2:52 - Perrine Coulee
3:44 - Fillmore Inn
4:37 - Traveling as an introvert
5:47 - Auger Falls
7:06 - Box Canyon (highlight of the trip!)
9:12 - Identity crisis?!
9:52 - Bulls-Eye BBQ
10:24 - Hagerman Inn
10:48 - Balance Rock
11:22 - The beauty of solo travel
11:43 - Outro
Music:
Lowercase Letter by Noah Richardson (instagram.com/noahriichardson)
I am 7-months pregnant, and it happened to be my 36th birthday! To celebrate, Garett and I stayed in a swanky Airbnb in Joshua Tree National Park, to savor every last moment where there's just the two of us. This Airbnb was even better in real life than in pictures! From retro interior design, a full kitchen, a rock-and-roll entertainment room, to a container swimming pool with cut-out, follow us as we show you around!
Book it: airbnb.com/rooms/53189030
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:45 - Joshua Tree Airbnb Tour
4:36 - Pool time
5:23 - Lunch time
6:45 - Scribble time
7:36 - Sunset drone footage
7:55 - Birthday cake and night timelapse
8:12 - hypno breathing
9:11 - Breakfast
9:55 - Joshua Tree National Park
I find out the results of my NIPT screening for chromosomal abnormalities, send the sex results to a friend so that I can be surprised with my family as we cut the cake to find out if we're having a boy or a girl.
Watch more:
Finding out I'm pregnant: youtube.com/watch?v=NfPGapFEmmc
Traveling alone in my second trimester: youtube.com/watch?v=wXKoAGXw9jw
How we decided to have kids (since we were on the fence): youtube.com/watch?v=66Gw72bQnz8&t
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If you're looking for beautiful, entertaining, and good for the soul types of winter trip in Quebec, I've got your covered. I'm taking you on a dreamy, relaxing winter road trip in Quebec... maybe except for the driving part.
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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:35 - What I am afraid of
1:04 - First snow drive!
2:44 - Yurt tour
5:16 - Snowshoeing
5:48 - Other yurts available
6:40 - The need to disconnect
7:38 - Fondue dinner
9:33 - Puzzle time!
10:57 - Second snow drive
13:08 - Érablière Bernard in Granby
14:58 - Cabane du Pic Bois in Bromont
17:39 - Mont-Mégantic National Park
20:53 - The 11th hour
21:32 - COVID test and going home
More on my story: bemytravelmuse.com/kristin-addis-bio
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:45 - My travel plans
1:51 - Solo travel while pregnant
3:02 - My baby's gender
3:47 - Traveling with a baby
4:30 - Where to travel to with a baby
5:31 - Travel advice for people who want to travel long-term
6:21 - The longest trip I've been on
7:08 - Climate change and traveling
8:39 - Am I religious?
9:27 - Thank you!
I'm nearing the end of my solo travels in the second trimester of my pregnancy and soaking up every last moment of being able to have these solo adventures. This time, I'm staying at a wonderful Airbnb in 29 palms with its own hot spring, checking out the Cholla Cactus Garden, the painted canyon ladder hike, Font's Point, Carter Estate Winery, and the Walker Canyon in search of poppies.
My adventure buddy is a brand new 2022 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off Road. We're heading down 4x4 roads to find the best desert gems in this stretch of California desert.
Big thank you to Toyota for sponsoring this video!
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Chapters:
0:00 - intro
0:43 - Hello from California
1:07 - Joshua Tree
2:50 - My Awesome ride!
3:12 - 29 Palms (Accommodation)
4:21 - Cholla Cactus Garden
5:40 - Breakfast stop
6:12 - Painted Canyon Hike
7:07 - Please don't do this
10:17 - Second hotel
10:44 - Sculpture scouting
11:53 - Fon't Point
12:50 - Kendall's Cafe
13:39 - Carter Estate Winery with mom
15:06 - Poppies
My first trimester was difficult. I spent most of my time on the couch, and wondered if this was how I'd be the entire pregnancy now. As a full time travel blogger, it was worrying.
When my 14th week arrived, it felt like as if a new wave of energy came over me. I was excited to explore again! At 20-week pregnant, I worked with Texas local tourism board and explored Big Bend National Park, mostly solo. A few days later, my partner, G and I went on a nice baby moon in California, where we explored the Red Woods, McWay Falls and more.
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How to spend 48 hours in Big Bend National Park: bemytravelmuse.com/big-bend-national-park-things-to-do
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I've been traveling around the world, mostly solo, for almost 10 years now. We all want a fabulous time when traveling, but it's still life, and life is never perfect! In this vlog, I talk about 7 things that tend to go wrong on your travel, whether solo or with others, and how you can handle them. Comment down below if you have any questions!
More on the blog:
What to do when things go wrong when you solo travel: bemytravelmuse.com/when-solo-travel-sucks
World Nomads vs. SafetyWing travel insurance - which one is better for you?: bemytravelmuse.com/world-nomads-vs-safety-wing-travel-insurance
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I spent 48 hours in Big Bend National Park and was able to visit Dom Rock, hike the Lost Mine Trail, enjoy the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive, explore Santa Elena Canyon, watch a glorious sunset at the Windows, and squeeze in a morning sunrise hike through the Grapevine Hills to Balanced Rock. If you are planning a trip to Big Bend, I've got you covered.
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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:46 - Dom Rock
1:26 - Accommodation
1:49 - Lost Mine Trail
3:34 - Meet up with a local guide
4:14 - Fossil Discovery Exhibit
4:47 - Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive
6:00 - Santa Elena Canyon
7:15 - Sunset at the Windows
8:37 - Grapevine Hills and Balanced Rock
12:23 - Outro
I’m not one of those people who always knew she wanted to be a mother. I was deeply conflicted about the whole affair up until a month before conception. Prior to that, I have done a bunch of research online, reached out to parents and asked for their honest opinion, listened to my inner wisdom and faced my struggles with honesty and kindness.
It often seems like there are two kinds of people in this world – those who just know they want to be parents, and those who are strong in their conviction that they do not.
But there’s a lot of middle ground, a land of ‘I’m not sure‘ that I suspect most of us fall into. I definitely was one of them. If you are on the same boat, I hope this video helps!
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Watch more vlogs like this:
Solo truck camping in Utah: youtu.be/eWvglc3ix-w
Solo truck camping in Lassen National Park: youtu.be/iq4p_zDUJbs
Traveling alone in New Mexico: youtu.be/3Ta95VCSaQk
I spent a night alone in a remote desert: youtu.be/-NT91wUF6BA
READ Mammoth Lakes blog post here: bemytravelmuse.com/mammoth-lakes-winter-things-to-do-that-arent-skiing
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Fakarava is a remote coral atoll, and it's home to some beautiful beaches and lovely people, plus SHARKS.
First, I'm diving with hundreds of reef sharks, some of which we're doing at night in the pitch black. This is known as Fakarava's wall of sharks, and it's some of the best diving I've ever seen.
But we did all this to build up to the big thing - swimming with A TIGER SHARK. This apex predator is one of the types that regularly attacks humans, but I'm wondering, do we have them all wrong? Do we misunderstand? We aim to get close and personal to find out.
WATCH the other videos in this French Polynesia series:
The Most Beautiful Island in the World: youtu.be/5REagGqsUeM
Off Grid on a Remote Island: youtu.be/lEcuKmrZ_4A
Accidentally Hitchhiking on Huahine: youtu.be/2VmnqqjBLXk
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I have traveled around the world solo for over 9 years, and these are my very best methods to keep me and my belongings safe when I am on the road.
Solo travel is one of the best gift you can ever give to yourself. It's the chance to be totally selfish (in the best possible way), and IMO, the best way to come back to yourself and live life authentically. If you are thinking about taking that first solo trip, make sure to watch this vlog before you go!
More safety tips for solo travelers from the experts here: bemytravelmuse.com/solo-female-travel-safety
Watch next:
Traveling solo as an introvert (4 things to know): youtu.be/q9rPv0VBung
Don't make these 10 solo travel mistakes: youtu.be/lGTwtfCGoZA
Where to travel alone for the first time: youtu.be/fYrMROuwuew
Is solo traveling boring and dangerous?: youtu.be/MJgRIY9BDHA
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My fellow introverts, I am here to tell you what is it like to travel solo as an introvert!
While it seems counter-intuitive, introverted solo travelers are way more common than you think. If you are an introvert and worry about meeting others and socializing on your solo trips, I have some tips for you!
Watch next:
Don't make these 10 solo travel mistakes: youtu.be/lGTwtfCGoZA
Where to travel alone for the first time: youtu.be/fYrMROuwuew
Is solo traveling boring and dangerous?: youtu.be/MJgRIY9BDHA
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