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What You Actually Need to Pack for Seattle
Seattle, Washington. The Emerald City. The Capital of Grunge. Home to the Seahawks, Sounders, and Mariners. HQ for Starbucks, Amazon,…
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3 Days in Seattle: A Local’s Guide of the Best Things to See & Do
Looking for a long weekend getaway somewhere new? Planning an Alaska cruise and considering whether to extend your trip for…
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Travel, Blogging & Business Recap: December 2018
Well, that's a wrap! With this post, I'm officially done writing about 2018 and fully present in 2019 with all…
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Where to Travel in 2019 (aka How to Spend Your PTO This Year)
I've never done a post like this before. Usually, my blog posts are focused on places I've been, sharing stories…
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A Mantra for 2019 for Writing, Travel & Life
I actually enjoy the passage of time and each new year. Do you? I love using January 1st as a…
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2018 in Review: A Year of Stories, Photos & More
Another year, come and gone. It seems like just yesterday I was setting out my 2018 yearly mantra, and planning…
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Travel, Blogging & Business Recap: November 2018
As November winds down and December begins, I always get a bit thoughtful and reflective. Maybe I'm weird, but I…
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Howdy, I'm Valerie! I started this blog in 2013 to share my stories and tips from traveling the world. I believe life's too short to wait at the baggage claim, and you can travel even with a full-time job... That's what weekends are for! If this is your first visit (hi! 👋), start by reading more about me or jump right into the blog!
