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A Day in Bruges, Belgium

Visiting Belgium in February was cold, gray, and rainy like much of the year, but it made Bruges feel that much more magical. The old, long-standing buildings paired with the canals running through the city make this city fit for a fairy-tale setting.

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18 Cruelty-Free Skincare Brands

Over the last year I’ve almost fully transitioned into only using cruelty-free products. Every time I run out of one of my old non-cruelty-free staples, I replace it with a new cruelty-free product!

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A One-Day Guide to Barcelona

While planning our month-long Europe trip, we had one night we needed to fill between Paris and Seville. Looking for a place somewhere between the two, we picked Barcelona. Our trip was planned around art museum visits, architecture, and beautiful landscapes, so the city built by Gaudí was a perfect choice.

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Travel Essentials for a Long Flight

With quite a few flights ahead of me, I’ve been planning out what to pack in my carry-on. Through lots of research and personal experience, I put together this list for myself and I hope you find it helpful as well for your next long flight!

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6 Places to Eat in Maui

After years of going to Maui with my family, I’ve formed my list of favorite places to eat. While this list is not all-inclusive, it has just enough to get you through a trip and help you answer the question “Where should we eat?”

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San Diego Botanic Garden

After almost 2 years of living in San Diego, I finally took a trip to visit the San Diego Botanic Garden. It was full of lush (very photogenic) plants, flowers, and ponds. I can't possibly explain how amazing this place was, so take a look for yourself! Scroll to the bottom for the best part of the gardens.

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