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  • John Hall's Alaska Review Hero
    Destination Guides,  Reviews

    John Hall’s Alaska Review: A Grand Slam of a Guided Tour

    September 27, 2021 / 2 Comments

    Curious what it's like to take a guided tour in Alaska? Read my John Hall's Alaska review and follow along on the week I spent exploring The Last Frontier as a group.

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  • Rocky Mountaineer Review Hero
    Train Travel Tips,  Reviews

    Rocky Mountaineer Review: Canada’s Must-Ride Luxury Train

    February 5, 2021 / 25 Comments

    Curious about the Rocky Mountaineer and whether it's worth it? My Rocky Mountaineer Review shares why it's the best way to see the Canadian Rockies.

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  • Fujifilm vs Polaroid Hero
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    Fujifilm InstaX Mini 90 vs Polaroid Now: Instant Camera Showdown

    January 26, 2021 / No Comments

    Trying to decide between the Fujifilm InstaX Mini 90 and the Polaroid Now? Read this comparison of two popular instant camera models.

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  • National Parks in the West - American Beautiful the Pass
    Reviews,  National Park Travel,  Travel Tips

    Is the America the Beautiful Pass Worth It? YES – Here’s Why

    December 18, 2020 / 15 Comments

    Curious about the national park pass that gets you access and saves you money too? Here's why the America the Beautiful pass is worth it!

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  • Best Travel Scarves Hero
    Packing Lists for Travel,  Reviews

    The Best Travel Scarf for Every Trip (7 Great Options!)

    November 10, 2020 / 4 Comments

    Ready to step up your travel wardrobe with accessories like scarves? These are the best travel scarf options for every kind of adventure.

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  • Homesick Candles Reviews Hero
    Reviews

    Homesick Candles Reviews: These Don’t Smell Like ‘Home’

    October 20, 2020 / 20 Comments

    Curious about Homesick Candles? Read my thoughts as well as Homesick Candles reviews from my friends about their scents and accuracy.

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  • Polaroid Now Review - Shooting in Monument Valley
    Reviews

    Instant Camera, Vintage Style: Is the Polaroid Now Worth It?

    August 28, 2020 / 2 Comments

    Trying to decide whether the Polaroid Now is worth it? Read my Polaroid Now review – including a breakdown of film cost and quality.

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  • UnCruise Hawaii Featured - Whale Tail
    Cruise Tips,  Reviews

    UnCruise Hawaii Review: How to Spend a Week in Paradise

    January 16, 2020 / 4 Comments

    Considering UnCruise in Hawaii? Read my UnCruise Hawaii review to learn more about Hawaii UnCruise itinerary, shipboard life, and activities.

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  • UnCruise Alaska Hero
    Reviews,  Cruise Tips,  Destination Guides

    UnCruise Alaska Review: The Ultimate Way to Cruise in Alaska

    January 13, 2020 / 32 Comments

    Looking for the best Alaska cruise? Read my UnCruise Alaska review and learn why this is the best Alaska cruise – according to a local!

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Hi! I’m Valerie! 👋🏻


 
I travel with my trusty valise and my husband, Mr. V.

I started this site to share my travel stories and inspiration to help you complete bucket list trips. I’m also a not-so-secret space nerd and speak fluent emoji! ✌🏻
 
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Through my site I promote travel to lands, including Alaska, Canada, and the Western U.S., which are the traditional lands of Indigenous and First Nations peoples.

With respect, I make a formal land acknowledgement, extending my appreciation and respect to the past and present people of these lands.

To learn more about the peoples who call these lands home, I invite you to explore Native Land.

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