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ADVENTURE TRAVEL CENTRAL AMERICA GUATEMALA LAKE ATITLAN
OFF THE BEATEN PATH: LAKE ATITLAN, GUATEMALA

Guatemala is home to 37 volcanoes and incredible hikes and off-road adventures. But in addition to the adventure, I found something something unexpected. At the deepest lake in Central America, Lake Atitlan, you’ll find a…

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August 16, 2018
CITY GUIDES MUSIC & FESTIVALS NASHVILLE NORTH AMERICA
8 TOP STOPS FOR YOUR FIRST NASHVILLE VISIT

Nashville, also known as Music City, is the home of country music. There’s no denying that music is everywhere you turn. But in addition to the famous music scene, those interested in history, art,…

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August 15, 2018
CINQUE TERRE EUROPE ITALY TRAVEL HACKS
GETTING AROUND CINQUE TERRE: WHAT I WISH I KNEW

Experiencing Cinque Terre has been on my bucket list since my first trip to Italy in 2011. Cinque Terre is made up of five scenic seaside towns nestled in the Italian Riviera Coastline. I…

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August 14, 2018
HAWAII MAUI NORTH AMERICA PHOTOGRAPHY
8 INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOTS ON MAUI

Maui is one of my favorite destinations to visit. For me, it’s my second home. I’ve been visiting this beautiful island consistently since I was one year old. “The Magic Isle” or “The Valley…

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August 13, 2018
BARCELONA GIRLS GETAWAY LUXURY TRAVEL SPAIN
HOW TO HAVE A PERFECT GIRLS GETAWAY IN BARCELONA

If you are looking for an awesome girls getaway destination you should consider Barcelona. In July I went on a much-needed, three-day girls getaway in Barcelona with two of my girlfriends. We had such…

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August 10, 2018
NORTH AMERICA ROAD TRIP WYOMING
6 GRAND TETON ROADSIDE VIEWPOINTS NOT TO MISS

On our long weekend trip to Wyoming, we had a great time exploring the two main National Parks, Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National park. Despite how breathtaking the views are along the scenic…

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August 9, 2018
AFRICA CITY GUIDES KENYA NAIROBI
NAIROBI: BEYOND THE NATIONAL PARK

There is no shortage of incredible sights and activities to pack into your holiday to Nairobi, Kenya. From wildlife safaris, to beautiful Masaai arts and crafts, to enjoying morning tea while surrounded by giraffes,…

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August 8, 2018
MERIDA MEXICO ROAD TRIP TULUM
ROAD TRIPPING MEXICO’S YUCATAN: 7 MUST SEE SPOTS

With its natural beauty, easy availability of rental cars, and well-maintained highways, Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula is the perfect road trip territory. It has an endless list of hidden treasures to be discovered, reaching far…

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August 7, 2018
EUROPE ITINERARIES JERSEY UNITED KINGDOM
JERSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDS: THE PERFECT WEEKEND ITINERARY

Jersey, officially called the Bailiwick of Jersey, is the largest of the Channel Islands. It is situated in the English Channel but is only 12 nautical miles from France. In the spirit of exploring…

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August 6, 2018
CHARITIES WE LOVE PERU RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL SOUTH AMERICA VOLUNTEERING & CHARITY
VOLUNTEERING AT SOY CALLEJERITO ANIMAL SHELTER, PERU

Charities We Love is a monthly series featuring inspirational charities from around the world. At We Are Travel Girls we care about giving back and hope this series will help our readers learn about…

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August 3, 2018
INTERVIEWS LADIES WE LOVE
LADIES WE LOVE: STEPHANIE BE OF TRAVEL BREAK

Ladies We Love is a monthly interview series with women from around the world that provide us with inspiration through their travels and personal stories. This week we got to know travel writer and…

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August 2, 2018
ADVENTURE TRAVEL BACKPACKING BUDGET TRAVEL SOLO
HOW TO HAVE A SAFE AND FUN COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

In this the age of varied and unique travel experiences and more parts of the world becoming more accessible to more people, accommodation websites like Airbnb and Couchsurfing have made it so easy to…

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August 1, 2018
ADVENTURE TRAVEL BALI INDONESIA OUTDOOR GUIDES
THE 3 MOST PHOTOWORTHY WATERFALLS NEAR UBUD, BALI

Let’s be honest, waterfalls are pure magic. After jumping in a waterfall, I always feel cleansed, alive, awakened, and filled with a sense of childlike wonder. Wherever I travel, I do my best to…

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July 31, 2018
EVENTS NEW YORK
WE ARE TRAVEL GIRLS NYC MEET UP AT REFINERY ROOFTOP

This week I hosted the first New York City We Are Travel Girls Meet Up! There are so many girls out there who are New York based, it was really great to meet each…

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July 30, 2018
ADVENTURE TRAVEL EUROPE ICELAND ROAD TRIP
8 STOPS NOT TO MISS ON ICELAND’S RING ROAD

Iceland, the land of fire and ice, is quickly becoming one of the world’s hottest travel destinations. The temptation is to fly in, spend a few days in Reykjavik with some day tours, and…

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July 27, 2018
BEACH CENTRAL AMERICA ISLAND GUIDES PANAMA
6 BEAUTIFUL SPOTS TO EXPLORE IN PANAMA

A couple of months have flown by since I returned home from my incredible 6-month Panamanian adventure! I completely fell in love with Panama, not only because it’s “off the beaten track,” but also…

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July 26, 2018
ADVENTURE TRAVEL AUSTRALIA HIKING OUTDOOR GUIDES
5 REASONS TO VISIT ULURU – THE HEART OF AUSTRALIA

When considering a visit to Australia, most people think of beaches, the Great Barrier Reef, and bustling cities with colorful food scenes. The real heart of The Land Down Under, however, is hiding far…

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July 25, 2018
DUBAI MIDDLE EAST UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
FIRST-TIME VISIT TO DUBAI: WHAT NOT TO MISS

Dubai is a city unlike any other, with its ancient to modern history on display in epic proportions. With impressive skyscrapers, vast desert, and ancient history, Dubai can be a bit overwhelming to first-time…

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July 24, 2018
BEACH FLORIDA KEY WEST NORTH AMERICA ROAD TRIP
HOW TO HAVE THE PERFECT FLORIDA KEYS ROAD TRIP

Miami has long been a popular vacation destination thanks to its long beaches, all-day pool parties, and that year-round Florida heat. But if you’re looking to escape the busyness of the city and find a real Florida…

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July 23, 2018
FAMILY & KIDS INVERNESS SCOTLAND
7 REASONS WHY INVERNESS, SCOTLAND IS A GREAT FAMILY GETAWAY DESTINATION

Ever since I was a little girl I have wanted to visit Scotland. I remember watching movies like Monty Python and the Holy Grail and Braveheart and thinking how breathtaking the landscape was in Scotland, where these movies were filmed. So when…

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July 19, 2018
ADVENTURE TRAVEL SOLO TRAVEL HACKS
WHY EVERY GIRL SHOULD TRY TRAVELING SOLO

The toughest decision that faces most gap year and career break travelers isn’t selecting between Africa, Asia, or Europe. Neither is it whether to pack a world travel guide (just in case) or a…

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July 19, 2018
MERIDA MEXICO NORTH AMERICA
SUMMER IN MAGICAL MERIDA, MEXICO

While most beach-lovers head to the Mayan Riviera destinations of Cancún or Tulum, more intrepid travelers head for the magical city of Mérida, at the heart of the state of Yucatán, Mexico. Even fewer…

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July 18, 2018