As a travel journalist, I've been able to experience some life changing moments. Here's a few highlights from around the world!
Giza Necropolis
There's nothing quite like seeing the pyramids in person. Giza is bustling with tourists, cars, locals, merchants--but when you see those incredible ancient structures, you'll get goosebumps. The sphinx is just as remarkable.
Tip: Go with a tour operator to ensure easy transportation, best arrival times and safety.
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The Blue Pool in Bahia's Chapada Diamantina park--you'll never see water this blue!
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This area of Brazil is untouched beauty. Known for it's many waterfalls, emeralds and caves, it's an adventure travelers paradise.
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One of the most picturesque rivers, take a European River Cruise and enjoy the slow pace of country life on the water.
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A once in a lifetime party on a tiny island in Thailand. It was full of laughs, music and dancing in the surf! Be sure to arrange your transportation ahead of time--we left just after midnight to beat the crowds.
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Japan's rural countryside is steeped in history and tradition. I spent two nights in a ryokan on a hill, where we ate traditional tempura, drank matcha and slept on mats next to the fireplace.
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For those that want to get off the grid, find a reputable tour operator and learn about Papua New Guinea's local life in the forests of the lowlands. It was unlike anywhere I've ever imagined.
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Quite possibly the prettiest place I've ever seen, the Koh Phi Phi and Railay Bay stand out as a destination you have to see to believe. It's not easy to get too (small plane and some long boat rides) but it is worth it.
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South Africa's vast park that is home to so many of magnificent animals. The rangers there work hard to protect them and by visiting, you are helping to preserve them. Check out the Sabi Sands hotels.
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Mind boggling in size, the Great Wall is step back in time and so much more than an overrated tourist trap. I was amazed by it and found a guide to take us to a lesser traveled area. We even got to take an alpine slide down.
See MoreGrand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
Taormina is the most stunning mountaintop town on Sicily. And this is where to stay. It is not inexpensive but it is the ultimate Sicilian luxury experience.
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BookSugar Beach, A Viceroy Resort
Saint Lucia is a verdant island full of lush jungle, warm people and sandy white beaches. This beach is my favorite--so much so that I got married here. You don't have to stay at this hip resort to enjoy--come for a drink and play in this bay between the iconic Piton Mountains.
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