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What’s that saying about getting where you are by standing on the shoulders of those who came before? That’s how I feel about good travel recommendations- sure it’s great to get lost and discover, but sometimes you just want those insider tips to give you a starting point.
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The Ultimate Guide to Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka: Surf, Yoga, Food & More
I didn’t know much about Hiriketiya before arriving—just that people came here to surf, sip coconuts, and practice yoga by the sea. I came to teach yoga, expecting simplicity and sunshine. What I didn’t expect was to fall completely in love. Hiriketiya is one of those rare places that pulls you in without trying. People come for a day or two and end up staying for weeks—sometimes months. There’s a magnetic quality to it, a

Mindful Travel Made Simple: Using Your 5 Senses
How many times have you returned from a trip, only to struggle to recall the details when someone asks about it? Despite just living it, the memories seem elusive, and you find yourself grasping for specifics. You remember the trip as being special, even magical, but when it comes to describing what you did, the details blur. This often happens when we get swept up in the rush of travel, moving from one activity to

10 Days in Italy Itinerary: Uncovering the Classic Cities (Rome, Venice, Florence, Tuscany, and the Amalfi Coast)
Who doesn’t want to spend 10 days in Italy? After living in Italy for over 5 years, the classic cities still take my breath away. And on your first time in Italy, you’ll want to cover them all. I say first time because once you experience the magic of Italy, it’s hard not to return. There are so many beautiful places to discover on this peninsula- but for now, we will take a look at