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  • My 5-Day San Francisco Itinerary

    My 5-Day San Francisco Itinerary

    Nowadays, San Francisco gets a bad rap, but it’s filled with so much important history and has an extraordinary landscape that you certainly don’t want to miss. From delicious foods and a diverse culture to stunning views of the Bay and Pacific Ocean, San Francisco is a very unique city. This itinerary is based on Read more

  • My 9-Day Thailand Itinerary

    My 9-Day Thailand Itinerary

    Welcome to my 9-day Thailand itinerary! To preface, this itinerary mainly focuses on the Bangkok and Chiang Mai regions. If you want to visit any beaches or islands in the southern part of Thailand, I’d recommend budgeting at least 14 full days in the country. I unfortunately did not have time to visit the south, Read more

  • 7 Facts About Chicago You Probably Didn’t Know

    7 Facts About Chicago You Probably Didn’t Know

    Chicago may be known as the “second city”, but despite the nickname, it’s known for many “firsts” among other interesting things you might not know about. I started a job as a Chicago tour guide this summer, and I’ve learned lots of odd yet fascinating things about the city. So, I wanted to share a Read more

  • Meeting Elephants in Thailand: My Experience at Elephant Nature Park

    Meeting Elephants in Thailand: My Experience at Elephant Nature Park

    Visiting the Elephant Nature Park in Thailand was quite honestly one of the best days of my life. Prior to travelling to Thailand, I knew I wanted to visit an elephant sanctuary. I did a lot of research to determine which organization was the most ethical, and Elephant Nature Park seemed to be the best Read more

  • 9 Best Things To Do in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (UP)

    9 Best Things To Do in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (UP)

    Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (The UP) is full of natural wonders and historical sites. Throughout its woodlands and along its shores are a multitude of hidden gems, ranging from waterfalls and hiking trails to old forts and shipwrecks. I was very lucky to live only about an hour and a half from the UP growing up. Read more

  • Top 10 Things to Do in Chicago—According to a Chicago Tour Guide

    Top 10 Things to Do in Chicago—According to a Chicago Tour Guide

    From the infamous Bean and deep dish pizza to professional theatre and incredible museums, there is an endless amount of things to do in Chicago. Before we get into specific things to do, as a resident (and tour guide) of Chicago, my first recommendation when visiting the city is don’t stay downtown the entire time. Read more