Author Archives: Isabelle

Exploring Maria La Gorda & Guanahacabibes in Cuba’s Most Western Tip

Towards the very western end of Cuba is the Guanahacabibes Peninsula, home to the Guanahacabibes...

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Acoso Callejero: Porque Existe & Como Evitarlo

Me siento desnuda, aunque estoy completamente vestida. La piel me arde, aun cuando estoy debajo...

“No Me Cierres la Puerta!” Community vs. Independence: Conflicting Multicultural Values

One of the loveliest but trickiest things about growing up both Dominican and American is...

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Where to Go in Myanmar: Here Are the 8 Best Places to Visit

Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, is one of my favorite travel destinations in the world....

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A Guide to Moving to & Living in Santo Domingo

If you’re thinking about moving to Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic but not sure...

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Visiting the Three Eyes National Park (Los Tres Ojos) in Santo Domingo

The Dominican Republic’s Three Eyes National Park is a nature reserve and open-air limestone cave...

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A Travel Guide to Solo Backpacking Africa on a Budget (Southern Countries)

People look at me like I’m crazy when I tell them I female solo traveled...

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Cuba Travel: Why You Should NOT Exchange Your American Dollars to Euros or Canadian Dollars

With all the media sensationalism and hyperbole about Cuba travel, as well as the numerous...

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11 Things to Do & Reasons to Visit Monte Cristi in the Dominican Republic

Monte Cristi is the Dominican Republic’s most northwestern province, bordering Haiti, and about 3 hours’...

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Africa Solo Travel: Why I Traveled Through Africa Alone

One hot and extra humid day I was sitting in my damp co-working space in...

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