Visiting Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt
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Visiting Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt

Sharm El-Sheikh is a luxury resort town along the Red Sea on the Sinai Peninsula. While the Sinai Peninsula is considered dangerous, Sharm El-Sheikh and sleepy Dahab are perfectly safe tourist destinations. Consider ending your Egypt trip in Sharm El-Sheikh if you want to enjoy some relaxation after a mainland Egypt tour.

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Mosque of Muhammad Ali in Cairo, Egypt
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Mosque of Muhammad Ali in Cairo, Egypt

When you find yourself in chaotic Cairo the first thing you need to check off the list is the pyramids. After that, it should be the Mosque of Muhammad Ali.

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How to Visit Abu Simbel Temples
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How to Visit Abu Simbel Temples

The Abu Simbel Temples are two massive rock-cut temples created by Ramses II (that’s Ramses of the Moses story) in Upper Egypt.

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Essential Packing-List for the Greek Islands
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Essential Packing-List for the Greek Islands

So you’re going to the Greek islands? Not to fret! I’ve compiled a list of my essential items to either bring or purchase in Greece. I’ll spare you the basics – undergarments, shirts, etc. and remind you of some items we tend to forget.

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One-Week Itinerary in Rome
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One-Week Itinerary in Rome

It’s impossible to see a place like Rome in only a week – but sometimes that’s all we have. Here are a few of my “must-do” items for visiting Roma. After all – When in Rome!

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Visit the WNDR Museum in Chicago
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Visit the WNDR Museum in Chicago

I’ve been meaning to visit the WNDR Museum in Chicago for a while now, but I was worried it was simply an “Instagram” trap.

Well, I was very wrong – it was so much more than that.

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6 Tips for Staying Safe in National Parks
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6 Tips for Staying Safe in National Parks

Unfortunately, folks from around the globe underestimate how dangerous visiting a national park can be. By no means should this deter you from visiting – but you can’t act like its a casual stroll through the suburbs. I’ve compiled a few tips for staying safe in national parks.

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Things to do when you have one day in Seattle
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Things to do when you have one day in Seattle

Whether you’re a Grey’s Anatomy fan, coffee addict, or nature nerd, Seattle has something for you. I am deeply passionate about living in Chicago but if I ever pulled the plug it would likely be to Seattle. Take a look at some of my favorite spots to visit in a short time-frame in Seattle

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