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Patti Morrow I am a travel influencer based in South Carolina with: • Over 150 bylines in 35+ print and online publications • Founder of the award-winning travel blog Luggage and Lipstick • Author of the book “Girls Go Solo: Tips for Women Traveling Alone.” • Named one of the Top 5 Mexico Travel Blogs; • Luggage & Lipstick was recently awarded one of “35 Best Travel Blogs for 2021 • She is also starring in the premiere of the new TV series “Destination Takeover” which is scheduled to begin airing in 2022.
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Best Activities & Beach in Lefkada to Do in One Day

On our month-long adventure in Greece, as we were driving from Meteora to the Peloponnese Peninsula, we decided to stop make a stop on Lefkada Island. Why not? Lefkada is the only Greek island that is connected to the mainland by a causeway so you can drive there, making it an easy trip to experience […]

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10 Best Cities in Poland to Visit (+1 Can’t-Miss Extra!)

Life has not been easy for Poland; this beautiful and spirited country in the center of Europe has been invaded and destroyed many times over the centuries. Even the best cities in Poland have endured much. Poland is known for its success story in the post-communist era, with its emergent resilience as a proud, independent […]

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12 FUN Road Trip Cities on the Mexican Caribbean Coast

Most people are familiar with at least some of the holiday destinations along the Mexican Caribbean Coast; they represent the most popular beaches in the country, attracting millions of tourists every year who flock to enjoy the shimmering turquoise water and palm-lined beaches. In addition to the stunning beaches, the area also offers Mayan archeological […]

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Fun Things to Do in Chetumal Quintana Roo Mexico

While it remains one of the least touristy places, Chetumal Quintana Roo Mexico has a lot of fun things to do! Though quieter than other cities on Mexico’s Caribbean coast, this hidden gem has a Caribbean vibe, rich culture and history, and stunning natural wonders. It also makes a good base for getting to other […]

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10 Most Fun Florida Cities to Visit

With more than 8,000 miles of shoreline, diverse landscapes, and a nickname of “the Sunshine State,” determining what are the best places to visit in Florida can be a challenge. The southernmost U.S. state lies between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic, but beyond the world-class beaches, there are also exhilarating theme parks, fascinating […]

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Visiting Pompeii: 12 Incredible Pompeii Ruins

Pompeii is a vast UNESCO World Heritage excavated archaeological site near the coast of the Bay of Naples. Once a booming and sophisticated Roman port city, in 79 A.D. Pompeii was buried under up to 20 feet of ash and pumice after the catastrophic 2-day, 10-mile-high eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The fine ash and mud […]

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Adventures & Beaches in Tamarindo Costa Rica

Tamarindo, in the Guanacaste Province, on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, is known for its beautiful sandy beaches and strong waves that attract surfers worldwide. The beaches in Tamarindo Costa Rica are also perfect for families. Travelers in search of Costa Rica’s “pura vida” (simple life) lifestyle will enjoy this charming beach town. The town’s excellent […]

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10 Amazing Mexico Ruins to See in Your Lifetime

Mexico was the second international country I visited, in my early 20s, and I’ve been going back ever since (several decades). Visiting the Mexico ruins is one of the reasons why I continue to go back to this county. Each one, whether Mayan, Aztec, or Zapotec, is incredible in its own way, even the tiny […]

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BEST Tulum Instagram & Tourist Attractions

Mesmerizing turquoise water lapping onto pristine sugar-sand beaches, there isn’t a prettier beach anywhere in the Caribbean. Unlike the more frenetic Cancun to the north, Tulum has a more laid-back beach vibe, although it has rapidly gone from a sleepy fishing town to an upscale holiday destination featuring a myriad of eco-chic boutique hotels. With […]

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Things to Do in Romania That Will Blow You Away!

Is Romania Europe’s prettiest country? It just might be.  Enchanting town plazas that date back to medieval times, a Parisian-like capital city, rolling hills as far as the eye can see, castles cloaked in the mystery of Count Dracula, craggy mountain vistas, and a seemingly infinite array of fortresses and churches. There are so many […]

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