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Andrea Cannon is a pharmacist, triathlete, gratitude practicer, and avid traveler. For both business and pleasure, she has taken more than 250 flights yearly for the past 3 years. In addition to being a travel hacking enthusiast, Andrea enjoys hiking and spending time with her husband (Austin) and dog (Dex). You can connect with her via her blog www.beaUTAHfulworld.com or on Instagram @andreafcannon .
Sequoia National Park Itinerary

Sequoia National Park Itinerary

Sequoia National Park is close to Yosemite National Park and King’s Canyon National Park and is often lumped into a trip with the other two. That is exactly what we did – two days in Yosemite, one day in King’s Canyon and then one day in Sequoia National Park. In this post, we will discuss a one day Sequoia National Park Itinerary. If you are lucky enough to have the time to visit all of the national parks in California…

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Fun Things to do in St Lucia

Fun Things to do in St Lucia

St Lucia is a beautiful island. The locals are proud, friendly and welcoming. Given the current state of travel, I wanted to report back on my experience traveling to St Lucia this month. The pandemic situation and requirements are constantly changing. You can find the current St Lucia travel restrictions here. Despite the restrictions, there are still many fun things to do in St Lucia making it a worthwhile place to visit during COVID for those who want to travel….

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The Ultimate Oregon Coast Road Trip Itinerary

The Ultimate Oregon Coast Road Trip Itinerary

There’s nothing quite like an Oregon Coast road trip. With its rocky cliffs, pristine beaches and abundance of wildlife, the Oregon Coast is a nature lover’s paradise. Plus, there’s no shortage of things to do and see along this stunning stretch of highway. If you’re looking for an amazing adventure, look no further! In this blog post, we’ll provide you with an itinerary for the perfect coastal road trip. You’ll get to explore some of the most beautiful spots in…

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Where to Stop on the Icefields Parkway

Where to Stop on the Icefields Parkway

The Icefields Parkway in Canada connects Lake Louise in Banff National Park to Jasper. The drive is incredibly scenic. If you drive straight through without stopping, it would take approximately 3 hours. But unless you drive this route regularly, there is no way you won’t want to pull over at some of the scenic viewpoints. In fact, it is so beautiful that you might get worn out with all the stops, so it is best to prioritize where to stop…

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The Ultimate Southwest Road Trip Itinerary

The Ultimate Southwest Road Trip Itinerary

Headed to the American Southwest? You are in luck. In my opinion, this is some of the most stunning scenery in all of the United States. In this post, we will cover how to plan your Southwest Road Trip Itinerary according to season and available timing. Why should you trust me for help? This isn’t just a one time trip that I did and wrote up for you. Instead, I spent several years traveling south from Salt Lake City and…

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What is it like to take a Campervan through New Zealand?

What is it like to take a Campervan through New Zealand?

So you might be wondering what is it like to take a Campervan through New Zealand? We are not regular vanlife-rs but we thought it might be really fun to try for our time in the South Island of New Zealand. In fact, it was a great way to see the top places to visit in New Zealand. If you are interested in our complete  itinerary for the South Island, check out this post here. Exploring New Zealand via campervan…

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Best Hikes in Utah

Best Hikes in Utah

Utah is one of the best hiking destinations in the United States. Depending on your interests and location within the state, you can see gorgeous deserts, jutting arches, luscious forests, or impressive waterfalls. Because it’s virtually impossible to hike all of the hikes (even though I am trying – lol), I asked 11 other Utah bloggers for their input as well. Together, we have compiled a list of the best hikes in Utah. If you are just getting started hiking,…

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19 Places to Visit in Oregon in 2024 from an Expert

19 Places to Visit in Oregon in 2024 from an Expert

Oregon is an incredibly beautiful state. But its beauty can be overwhelming if you are trying to figure out where to go in Oregon for a trip. This list covers the best places to visit in Oregon to culminate a year of exploring this amazing state. As a side note, this list does not include the more popular places like Multnomah Falls and Cannon Beach as those are probably already on your list. Instead, these places are geared towards the…

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Best Things to do in Tulum Mexico

Best Things to do in Tulum Mexico

To be totally honest, I first became interested in visiting Tulum from seeing awesome pictures on Instagram. But Tulum lives up to the hype – it is very chic, lively, and fun (it’s even considered one of the best party destinations in Mexico). I booked this trip pre-pandemic and was both surprised and grateful when it didn’t get canceled, despite the ongoing situation. The locals were excited that the tourists were coming back as many depend on tourism for their…

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Salt Lake City Hiking: 11 Trails you Can’t Miss

Salt Lake City Hiking: 11 Trails you Can’t Miss

One of my favorite activities year-round in Utah is hiking. Fortunately, there are a plethora of options not far from Salt Lake City. If you are looking for where to begin, this post will cover the 11 Salt Lake City hiking trails you can’t miss. I will order these by difficulty (in my opinion). Therefore if you are new to hiking, definitely check out these hiking tips for beginners and start at the top and work your way down. Always…

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