Cappadocia Travel Guide

Cappadocia, Turkey: Travel & Photography Guide

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If you have an Instagram account, you’ve almost certainly seen dreamy photos of the hot air balloons, cave hotels, or crazy rock formations in Cappadocia, Turkey. I remember the first time I saw a photo of the hot air balloons dancing above the rooftops at sunrise in Cappadocia. From that moment on, I knew Cappadocia …

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Top 10 Travel Destinations for Solo Female Travelers

Top 10 Travel Destinations for Solo Female Travelers

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Trying to decide where the best destinations to visit as a solo female traveler are? One of the number one questions I get asked is whether particular destinations are safe or manageable to travel to as a solo female. So, I thought it would be helpful to put together this list of what are, in …

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Istanbul Travel Guide and Itinerary | Through Kelsey's Lens

5 Days in Istanbul, Turkey: Itinerary & Travel Guide

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Considering planning a trip to Istanbul, Turkey? Short answer: do it! Centuries of history, incredible architecture, diverse cuisines, and welcoming people all make Istanbul a fantastic destination to experience. Turkey had been on my bucket list for a while, and proved to be as fascinating an experience as I had expected. In this travel guide, …

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4-Day Lisbon Itinerary | Through Kelsey's Lens

4 Days in Lisbon, Portugal: Long Weekend Itinerary & Travel Guide

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Lisbon, Portugal had long been on my bucket list, and has easily become one of my favorite European travel destinations. Sun-drenched orange rooftops, fresh seafood paired with local wines, and graffiti-lined alleyways winding around the hills: There is so much to love about Portugal’s charming capital city. In March, I finally got the chance to …

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Best Coffee Shops in Vancouver, Canada | Through Kelsey's Lens

A Coffee Lover’s Guide to Vancouver, Canada: 8 Trendy Cafes & Coffee Shops You Need to Check Out

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Whether you’re looking for a spot to meet friends, get work done, or just grab a great cup of coffee, here are eight of the most unique, aesthetic, and trendy cafes and coffee shops in Vancouver, BC (as well as Burnaby, Surrey, and the North Shore), in no particular order. Having grown up in Vancouver, …

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