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This post was originally published on this siteAlthough we love traveling as a family, I (Caz) have been traveling around the world on my own for over two decades. Although I love my family and my kids, sometimes I want to travel alone – as a woman, traveling alone can feel empowering, brave, cathartic, and healing. Solo female travel has offered me years of beautiful moments, major screw-ups, and everything in between. Many years of experience has taught me how to stay safe as a solo female traveler on the road, no matter what country you visit. I learned more through experience than you could ever learn in a guide book, but I will do my best to share as many of my tips on staying safe as a solo female traveler as I can. Many people ask me whether it’s safe to travel alone as a woman and the truth is it depends on where you are traveling to, and how wise you are to the dangers. I believe the world is safer than the media portray it to be, you just need to be savvy and smart, and avoid the no-go areas. As long as you follow my

This post was originally published on this siteBright is a small town in the Victorian High Country that’s known for its picturesque mountain landscape. Although the town is small, there are so many things to do in Bright, and it’s one of Victoria’s most popular destinations – especially for Christmas and around the Bright Autumn Festival. Best known as the gateway to Mount Buffalo National Park and Alpine National Park, there is more to see and do here than just outdoor adventures. Credit: Tourism Victoria Those visiting in the winter can hit the ski slopes, while in the summer, the cross country skiing routes turn into excellent mountain biking tracks. It’s also a top wine growing region with several vineyards and cellar doors to explore, and foodies can relish in the fresh produce sourced from it’s many surrounding farms. Whether you’re passing through on the Great Alpine Road or you’re looking for a small town to relax in for a while, here are all the best attractions in Bright, Victoria, to make sure you don’t miss out on. Table Of Contents 1. Bike the Rail Trail 2. Grab a pint of craft beer at Bright Brewery 3. Go for an

This post was originally published on this siteTucked between the salty sea air of the Atlantic and the slow, sweet sway of Old Florida charm, Martin County is a region where you go to coast —not just geographically, but spiritually. Spend your days basking on the beaches of the Treasure Coast, followed by spending barefoot nights drifting like a paddleboarder. It’s a place where the words “rush hour” don’t belong in the theasaurus. Despite its laid-back charm, there are plenty of great things to do in Martin County, especially if you enjoy being on the water. With its “no high-rises, no hype” mantra, Martin County is one of the few places in Florida where you escape the chaos. Gorgeous Martin County beaches It has everything we love in a destination: spectacular, diverse scenery; fun outdoor adventures; towns with charm and artistic vibes; slow-paced tempo suited to vibrant fun; endless opportunities for mouth-watering seafood and sunset cocktails – often paired with live music and laughter, and even great coffee shops! And then of course, there are the PERFECT winter temperatures – 80s every day. Oh, my heaven. If you’re not sure what to do in Martin County, be sure to check

This post was originally published on this siteNo trip to Belize would be complete without visiting a Mayan ruin (or two), and one of the most famous of all is Xunantunich, also spelled Xunan Tunich. Nestled near the Guatemala border in Western Belize, Xunantunich (pronounced Shoo-nan-too-nitch) is one of the most accessible and fascinating Mayan ruins in the country, and is famous for having well-preserved stucco pyramids. We toured Xunantunich with the incredible Marvelous Marvin, our guide through Hidden Valley Wilderness Lodge, where we stayed as guests for three nights. They offer off-site excursions, and since we embrace local educational experiences, we enthusiastically said yes to this tour (hosted).  Marvin was marvelous at giving us a deep dive into Mayan cosmology, ancient medicine, and philosophical insight that still has us reflecting. In this guide, we share what we learned from our experience, what makes Xunantunich special — and why you should add it to your Belize itinerary. .stk-995e8da {background-color:#3da9b80d !important;}.stk-995e8da:before{background-color:#3da9b80d !important;} Address: Xunantunich Access Rd, San Jose Succotz, Belize Opening Hours: 8am-5pm daily How long do you need at Xunantunich: 2-4 hours Best known for: the site’s largest temple, “El Castillo” Tour guide: highly recommended. Check Get Your Guide tours