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PLANNING A TRIP TO TORRES DEL PAINE PATAGONIA

Anna Kloots — Mon, 15 Apr 2019 13:00:03 +0000

Patagonia had been on my bucket list from the moment I learned it existed. Acres of unspoiled nature, the famous towers, wild puma, glacial lakes, and herds of Guanaco. The remote location of Torres del Paine makes it difficult to...

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A WEEKEND GUIDE TO THE BRECON BEACONS NATIONAL PARK, WALES

We Are Travel Girls — Wed, 13 Feb 2019 14:00:34 +0000

Only a 3-hour drive from London, the Brecon Beacons are often overlooked as a destination with adventurers heading for Snowdonia in Northern Wales. With plenty of hidden hikes, cosy pubs and gorgeous views, you don’t have to take a day...

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48 BIG REASONS YOU SHOULD HIKE THE WHITE MOUNTAINS OF NEW HAMPSHIRE

We Are Travel Girls — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 14:00:27 +0000

I have read a lot of travel blogs because I’ve planned a lot of trips, and when I look at posts about destinations in the United States I almost never see the White Mountains of New Hampshire featured. Sure, they...

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MEET A QUIETER SIDE OF SOUTH AFRICA: THE GARDEN ROUTE

We Are Travel Girls — Tue, 15 Jan 2019 14:00:22 +0000

When travelling to South Africa you may be tempted to plant yourself on top of Table Mountain in Cape Town, head to Jo’burg for some city vibes, or book an incredible safari in Durban- and to all of that I...

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HOW TO SOLO HIKE THE QUILOTOA LOOP IN ECUADOR

We Are Travel Girls — Mon, 24 Dec 2018 14:00:37 +0000

Ecuador’s Quilotoa Loop may be South America’s most underrated adventure. Many people flock to Peru to hike the Inca Trail or even scale one of the snow-capped peaks in Bolivia, but if you enjoy hiking and getting off the beaten...

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10 ACHIEVABLE HIKES YOU NEED ON YOUR BUCKET LIST

We Are Travel Girls — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 14:00:26 +0000

Oh, January. You came round oh so fast, but not to fear with the new year comes new resolutions. So instead of buying an overpriced gym membership, put that money towards savings and turn these day hikes into a reality....

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NEW ZEALAND HIKING: 8 THINGS TO KNOW

We Are Travel Girls — Fri, 14 Dec 2018 14:00:14 +0000

The beauty of New Zealand is no secret! The rugged and wild landscapes make it the perfect place to get out and explore nature. Hiking is the best way to really see the country, challenge yourself and get to know...

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THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE LOST CITY, COLOMBIA

Anny Wooldridge — Tue, 04 Dec 2018 14:00:44 +0000

The Lost City, also known as Ciudad Perdida or Teyuna, was first discovered in 1972 by two Spanish explorers searching for hidden treasure. They accidentally stumbled upon the steps leading up to the Lost City and discovered the ruins. The...

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TOP COASTAL DESTINATIONS IN EUROPE

We Are Travel Girls — Fri, 26 Oct 2018 13:00:54 +0000

While living in Europe and working as an au pair, I have travelled to 15 new countries that I can safely say would never have been explored if I hadn’t taken the risk and moved across the world straight out...

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6 OF THE BEST HIKES IN SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA

We Are Travel Girls — Fri, 05 Oct 2018 13:00:20 +0000

As an avid hiker and a born and raised San Diego girl, I am here to share with you some of my favorite hikes located around San Diego County. Who wouldn’t want to hike around in one of the most...

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WHY WALKING THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO IS EVERYTHING YOU DIDN’T KNOW YOU NEEDED

We Are Travel Girls — Tue, 02 Oct 2018 13:00:41 +0000

Let’s be real here, everyday life can be hard. Whether you’re studying at college, raising kids or kicking ass in your career, it is all too easy to get bogged down by the stresses of day-to-day living. For many ladies,...

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5 MUST DO’S FOR SOLO TRAVELERS IN ATACAMA, CHILE

We Are Travel Girls — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 13:00:47 +0000

When you are a young solo traveler like me, it may seem complicated to find fun activities to do by yourself. Lucky for all of us, San Pedro de Atacama is a little village in the middle of the northern...

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5 REASONS YOU SHOULD (AND CAN) HIKE EVEREST BASE CAMP

We Are Travel Girls — Thu, 20 Sep 2018 13:00:50 +0000

Have you ever dreamed you were hiking among the clouds in a far away, exotic land? Exploring a culture vastly different from your own while testing your personal boundaries and pushing the limits of your mental and physical strength? A...

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5 BEAUTIFUL LAKES TO SEE IN BANFF, CANADA

We Are Travel Girls — Wed, 19 Sep 2018 13:00:02 +0000

Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada is quickly becoming one of the trendiest places to visit, and it is easy to see why. Countless photos have been popping up all across the internet of the gorgeous blue lakes located in...

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A GUIDE TO FIORDLAND NATIONAL PARK, NEW ZEALAND

We Are Travel Girls — Tue, 18 Sep 2018 13:00:35 +0000

Everyone planning a trip to New Zealand has heard of Milford Sound, part of the Fiordland National Park. Imagine drifting on a ferry, dwarfed by the rugged mountains that appear through the mist. It is a spectacular and romantic thought,...

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5 REASONS TO BECOME A CERTIFIED PADI OPEN WATER DIVER

We Are Travel Girls — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 13:00:04 +0000

“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever” – Jacques Cousteau If you love the ocean and adventure, scuba diving is the perfect activity for you. Not only will it open up a...

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THINGS TO DO IN CUSCO BESIDES MACHU PICCHU

We Are Travel Girls — Tue, 11 Sep 2018 13:00:11 +0000

I am a complete travel junky. You name the place and I will go! So, when my friend of two months, invited me to travel with her to Peru, I of course said yes! Our plan was to hike to...

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6 REASONS TO SAIL FROM PANAMA TO COLOMBIA

We Are Travel Girls — Tue, 28 Aug 2018 13:00:34 +0000

It’s 5am and the sun is just starting to rise. I woke up groggy and feeling like I had barely slept, but that meant I survived the first night on the open ocean, even with a pretty strong case of...

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10 BEST TIPS TO SURVIVE VAN LIFE AS A COUPLE

We Are Travel Girls — Thu, 23 Aug 2018 13:00:01 +0000

Want to experience ultimate freedom with your significant other? Live the van life! Drive through amazing landscapes, sleep in scenic campsites, and stay and go wherever you want. Isn’t that the best way of traveling? But being together 24/7, with only...

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OFF THE BEATEN PATH: LAKE ATITLAN, GUATEMALA

We Are Travel Girls — Thu, 16 Aug 2018 13:00:58 +0000

Lake Atitlan in Guatemala is a must visit destination in a country full of outdoor activities. Guatemala is home to 37 volcanoes and incredible hikes and off-road adventures. However, be sure to add Lake Atitlan on your activity list next...

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