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    Carry-On Only Travel Tips – How To Pack Light For Long Trips
    Carry-On Only Travel Tips – How To Pack Light For Long Trips
    What is a Workation? I Went to Whistler to Find Out
    What is a Workation? I Went to Whistler to Find Out
    Visiting Little Manitou Lake – The Dead Sea of Canada
    Visiting Little Manitou Lake – The Dead Sea of Canada
  • Inspiration
    3 Days in Antalya, Türkiye – What to See, Do, Eat & Drink
    3 Days in Antalya, Türkiye – What to See, Do, Eat & Drink
    Lisbon to Porto – A Weekend Guide to Portugal’s Prettiest City
    Lisbon to Porto – A Weekend Guide to Portugal’s Prettiest City
    Three days in Muscat, Oman – What to See and Do
    Three days in Muscat, Oman – What to See and Do
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    I Went to a Tim Hortons in Oman and Immediately Felt at Home
    I Went to a Tim Hortons in Oman and Immediately Felt at Home
    Searching for the Best Nanaimo Bar in Nanaimo? Here Are My Top Picks.
    Searching for the Best Nanaimo Bar in Nanaimo? Here Are My Top Picks.
    A Guide to Thunder Bay Restaurants, Food, & Drink
    A Guide to Thunder Bay Restaurants, Food, & Drink
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    Is the IGA Istanbul Airport Business Lounge Worth It?
    Is the IGA Istanbul Airport Business Lounge Worth It?
    Ashore Hotel Review – Explore the Oregon Coast or Cozy Up in It
    Ashore Hotel Review – Explore the Oregon Coast or Cozy Up in It
    Turkish Airlines A321 Business Class Review
    Turkish Airlines A321 Business Class Review
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Erin Pongracz

Erin Pongracz

Hi, I'm Erin. Advertising professional currently moonlighting as a travel-partner-in-crime and occasional writer. I first fell in love with travelling when I was about 12 years old and haven't looked back since. Seeing the world - one trip at a time.

Is Normandy the Not-So-Hidden Gem of France?
Contributed Post, France, Europe

Is Normandy the Not-So-Hidden Gem of France? Here’s my Take.

Not too long ago I shared a bit about the experience of some friends who had recently spent their honeymoon on a ski holiday…

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Contributed Post, Asia, Vietnam

VISITING VIETNAM – FIRST IMPRESSIONS AND WHY YOU SHOULD GO NOW

Arriving in a new country for the first time is not always easy. Culture shock is real and as Erin found out on her…

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Europe, Paris, France

Parisians Do it Better – Why you Should Consider a Local Guide in Paris

Paris is hardly a secret. It’s a world-renowned destination that is widely considered the most romantic city in the world. That said, with over…

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Val Thorens Skiing Vacations
Contributed Post, France, Europe

The Best French Ski Areas: A look at Les Trois Vallées

Nearly a fifth of France is mountainous. From the super resorts of Chamonix to the hidden gems of Avoriaz, it is easy to see…

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5 Cities in California You Didn't Know You Needed to Visit
Hipmunk, Contributed Post, California, United States, North America

5 Cities in California You Didn’t Know You Needed to Visit

5 Cities in California You Didn’t Know You Needed to Visit Visitors will find Roseville tucked into the base of the Sierra Nevada foothills…

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What to do with 8 hours in Rome 10
Europe, Contributed Post, Hipmunk, Weekend Trip, Rome, Italy

How to Spend 3 Days in Rome

One (of the many) incredible things about traveling in Europe is the relative ease and affordability of seeing many places in a short span…

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Something for Everyone: Hotels in California
Contributed Post, Old Post, Hipmunk, Accommodations, California, United States, North America

Something for Everyone: Hotels in California

Something for Everyone: Hotels in California The Golden State; known for its unique landscapes that range from incredible beaches and arid desert to ancient…

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5 Things You didn’t do in San Francisco (but should) 1
Contributed Post, California, San Francisco, United States, North America

5 Things You didn’t do in San Francisco (but should)

San Francisco is full of must-see sights like the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz but also has its share of tourist traps. On your…

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Old Post, Oceania, Luxury Travel, Fiji

7 Reasons you Should Consider a Fiji Honeymoon

7 Reasons you Should Consider a Fiji Honeymoon As someone who has never been on a honeymoon I am unlikely to be considered an authority…

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Greece, Contributed Post, Rhodes, Europe

5 Reasons to Visit Rhodes and why I will be Back

When planning a trip to the incredible Greek islands, Rhodes isn’t usually one of the first places travellers think of – and it’s a…

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THE COLOURS OF BO-KAAP 5
Contributed Post, South Africa, Cape Town, Africa

THE COLOURS OF BO-KAAP

One of the most unique neighbourhoods in Cape Town is the Bo-Kaap area. Formally known as the Cape Malay quarter, it is nestled into…

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Contributed Post, United States, Lake Wales, North America, Florida

CHALET SUZANNE: The forgotten gem of Lake Wales

CHALET SUZANNE: The forgotten gem of Lake Wales Shaun and I spent a few weeks earlier this year visiting my parents in their snowbird…

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Contributed Post, Beer, United States, Washington

Everett Weekend Escape – Craft Brew & Planes from WWII

Everett Weekend Escape – Craft Brew & Planes from WWII With summer winding down Shaun and I decided it was time to squeeze in…

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Contributed Post, Canada, British Columbia, North America, Vancouver

Off to the (Wiener Dog) Races

 Vancouver’s Wiener Dog Race There was a lot going on in Vancouver this weekend. A. Lot. Annual Kits days (also known as Khatsilano, a…

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Fresh flavour is possible at 30,000 feet. * * - @ Fresh flavour is possible at 30,000 feet. 
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A little port and cheese at 30,000 feet. * * - @A A little port and cheese at 30,000 feet. 
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Sunset in Porto. * * I spent three great days expl Sunset in Porto.
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I spent three great days exploring Porto and each day included a sunset stroll. Can you blame me?
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Porto Cathedral * * - Porto, Portugal 🇵🇹 * Porto Cathedral 
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How does global data coverage in the palm of your How does global data coverage in the palm of your hand sound? 
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@Airalocom eSIMs take the hassle out of roaming costs and finding local SIM cards. 
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For my full review after 9 countries on 3 continents, check out thislifeintrips.com! Also, check out their boxing week sale!
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Rush hour in Porto. * * For more snaps showing ho Rush hour in Porto. 
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Igreja de São Francisco
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