1.Forest Park. With over 5,000 acres to explore, Forest Park is an incredible escape from the Urban downtown of Portland. Bonus, you don’t need a car to access it from Portland, you can get there walking from the NW district. One minute you are walking around the suburbs of Portland, the next you are completely engulfed in the beauty of Nature with nothing but the sounds of the animals and wind whispering through the evergreens.
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It’s Time To Book Those Winter Trips!
Let’s face it, summer is coming to a close here in the Northern Hemisphere… Cold weather is coming, maybe even snow, depending on where you live, and the days are getting shorter, darker and gloomier. Whether you love winter, or dread it, there is no stopping its arrival in a few months. This is the perfect time though to start booking a winter getaway!
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Why Everyone Should go on a Road Trip
With the advancement of travel technology these days, the idea of driving long distances may seem a bit antiquated. Why drive 20 hours when you can get there in 3 on a plane? Well I think we have all heard the expression, it’s not the destination, but the journey, this can apply to travel as well! Though, yes, I agree that travel usually is about the destination, the journey can be just as big a part of the adventure, if we let it!
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Things to Know Before Visiting Spain
Spain is an amazing country, that has so much history and culture to explore and experience. There are some things that you should know though before you visit Spain. Of course these are mostly stereotypes (that we found to almost always be true), but still things you should be aware of before you go. From their eating habits, to their way of living life, the Spanish, like every culture, is unique and has it’s own way of doing things.
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Traveling When You Don’t Speak The Language
There are thousands of languages spoken throughout the world, so whether you only speak one, or you speak multiple languages, chances are that you will still encounter language barriers when traveling if you choose countries that don’t speak the same language as you. I am fluent in English and Spanish, and while I can also muddle through Italian and Portuguese, I always find there are times when I’m stuck for words, and I’ve learned to enjoy the challenge! While traveling when you don’t speak the language can seem intimidating, you shouldn’t let that fear stop you from traveling. Muddling your way through will allow you to breakdown barriers and learn more, not just about the culture and language, but also about yourself. It is scary when you know you may not be able to communicate, but I’ve outlined some of my top tips below for traveling when you don’t speak the language, and how to get by on a day to day basis.
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Top 5 Places to Visit in New Zealand
New Zealand is an amazing country split between the North Island and the South Island. Both are worth visiting, and have different things to offer for tourists. Whether you are more of a city dweller, a beach goer or at home in the mountains, New Zealand has it all. Below I’ve listed my top 5 places to visit in New Zealand, though it was hard to limit the list to just 5, as there are so many places you should go. If you visit these 5 different locations, you’ll get a well rounded taste of what New Zealand has to offer.
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