For our last trip, but first international adventure together, Gena and I booked tickets to Hong Kong over Lunar New Year. We figured, what better way to ring in a new year, and close another chapter in our lives simultaneously? Well, I must say Hong Kong lived up to every expectation I had ever imagined. But it might not be for the reasons you’d assume…
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I returned to New Zealand multiple times after studying abroad, eventually moving to the land of the kiwis. On one of my visits, I dragged my {then} boyfriend to a location I had always dreamed of visiting… Continue Reading
Another experience I will never try to forget, was our hike to Mt. Doom {Lord of the Rings. No? Nerd alert #sorryimnotsorry} also known as the Tongariro Crossing. All jokes aside, this trail took all of our efforts. It took us seven hours from start to finish and, at one point, we found ourselves climbing on a complete upwards vertical angle.
But, even after the pure exhaustion set in, we couldn’t deny that the views were 100% worth it. Continue Reading
Before studying abroad in New Zealand in 2012, I was unprepared for the amount of spontaneous adventures I would embark on. I am not your typical ‘outdoorsy’ girl. However, something about being in the country of adrenaline filled activities and blood pumping adventures empowered me to channel my inner Bear Grylls. Or at least my tamer version of him.
One of my top experiences in the land of the kiwis was white water rafting in Rotorua. Continue Reading
When traveling the world this year, I was on a mission to dip my toes into as many countries as possible. Life is too short, and I didn’t want to miss an opportunity to explore a new culture, country, or city. That being said, it is impossible to truly appreciate everything a city has to offer when you are visiting for such a short period of time. If I could visit every single country and city again at some point in my life, I would. However, I usually prefer to visit a new destination when given the option. I plan to travel for the rest of my life. It is a passion of mine. If given the chance, these are the cities I would hands down, most definitely, without a doubt, visit again. Continue Reading