Author Archives: Isabelle

Ten Common Misconceptions About Me, A Dominican-American Abroad

“I wish I had your perfect life.” An Instagram user sent me this message recently....

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The Trump Administration’s Changes to Cuba Travel

A lot of folks have been asking me my opinion on the legal changes to...

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Eating Healthy in Cuba, Despite Scarcity

In Cuba, healthy eating often takes a back seat in the country’s long list of...

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Celebrating the Thai New Year – Why I Loved and Hated Songkran

“Make sure you buy the biggest and baddest water gun!” my friend Brian gushed. He’s...

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7 Days in Morocco Highlights: Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Zagora & Sahara Desert

Traveling through Morocco was a journey of pure enchantment. Morocco was red, alive, spicy, French,...

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Costa Rica’s Best Hidden Gems & Unique Places to Visit

Costa Rica is a mélange of soaring mountains, volcanoes, beaches, jungles, waterfalls, hot springs– you...

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Cuban Class System: Who is Rich in Cuba?

Fidel Castro’s vision for post-revolution Cuba was an independent nation without classism. He preached for...

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Interesting Things to Know Before Traveling to Vietnam – Travel Tips

Peaceful, bustling, and utterly enchanting, Vietnam is a special country uniquely influenced by its recent...

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I’m Going to Apply for Political Asylum in Haiti

A wonderfully written piece by Eduardo Del Llano. In this piece Eduardo highlights a crucial...

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Legal Travel to Cuba from the U.S., 2018

Overwhelmed by the constant legal changes for traveling to Cuba? Check out how you can...

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