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How to Take good travel photos

How to Take Good Travel Photos

By Shalee Wanders | Oct 29, 2024

How to Take Good Travel Photos October 28th, 2024 There is a very subtle art on how to take good travel photos, and I’m giving you all my biggest tips for swoon-worthy shots that will make your friends envious.  I already had an interest in photography when I started traveling, and curating beautiful photos on…

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Favorite Pieces of Travel Gear in 2024 

My 16 Favorite Pieces of Travel & Camping Gear in 2024

By Shalee Wanders | Oct 14, 2024

My 17 Favorite Pieces of Travel & Camping Gear in 2024  October 14th, 2024 Whether it’s gear for international flights, backpacking, or general travel, I have a clear list of favorites. Some of it is clothing, some of it is shoes, and some of it is equipment, but I use all of it religiously.  I’m…

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what to pack on an overnight backpacking trip

What to Pack for an Overnight Backpacking Trip

By Shalee Wanders | Aug 8, 2024

What to Pack for an Overnight Backpacking Trip August 8th, 2024 My friends joke that I live half my life out of a backpack, and in the summer, it sometimes feels true. I remember my first backpacking trip on the shores of Lake Michigan with my parents when I was 8. I sat down on…

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What to Pack for Iceland in The Summer

By Shalee Wanders | Jul 10, 2024

What to Pack for Iceland in The Summer July 10, 2024 I’ve been to Iceland three times – in 2015, 2019, and 2024. It is one of my favorite places on Earth and has so much uniqueness that separates it from many other destinations in the world. Because of its remote location, one-of-a-kind features, and…

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Best Gifts for Backpackers

Backpacking & Hiking Gift Ideas for 2024

By Shalee Wanders | Nov 15, 2023

Backpacking & Hiking Gift Ideas for 2024 November 15, 2023 Backpacking & Hiking Gift Ideas for 2024 A few weeks ago, I was thinking about how after ten years of backpacking and hiking, I think I finally have the perfect gear setup. It took a lot of trial and error, but I think I finally…

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how to prepare for a long flight

How to Prepare for a Long Flight

By Shalee Wanders | Aug 8, 2023

Travel With Me! Discover trips to Yellowstone, Iceland, Patagonia, and Thailand in 2024 & 2025. Explore here How to Prepare for a Long Flight August 8th, 2023 I love traveling but hate flying.  When I first started flying long distances, I bought the most budget-friendly seats possible. This means I’ve had a lot of uncomfortable…

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traveling with cats

The Best Gear For Hiking and Traveling With Cats

By Shalee Wanders | Dec 6, 2020

The Best Gear For Hiking & Traveling With Cats Published: December 6, 2020 Updated: May 1, 2022 We’ve been traveling with our two cats for nearly three years and have learned some pretty important lessons along the way. Recently we visited South Dakota, their 20th state. One of the biggest questions I receive about traveling/hiking…

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