The National Museum of African American History and Culture Belongs On Your DC Bucket List!

One of my favorite museums in DC is the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. The museum was established in 2003 and opened its permanent home in 2016 with a ceremony led by President Barack Obama. It’s free to visit but make sure you reserve a ticket early in the morning before you go because space is limited.

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The Byodo-In Temple Belongs On Your Oahu Bucket List!

If you’re vacationing in Oahu, you should take a 40 minute roadtrip to Kaneohe to visit the Byodo-In Temple. The Byodo-In Temple is a non-denominational Buddhist temple located on the island of Oʻahu in Hawaiʻi in Valley of the Temples Memorial Park. It was dedicated in August 1968 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first Japanese immigrants to Hawaiʻi. 

Check out all of my photos to inspire you to visit!

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The Ultimate Sorrento Bucket List!

Prior to starting to plan my trip to Italy’s Amalfi Coast, I’ll admit that I had never heard of Sorrento, but after doing some research it quickly became my most anticipated part of the trip.

I was super excited to visit Sorrento because everything I read online told me that it was a hidden gem and I found that to be extremely true! Sorrento is beautiful, a lot less crowded than Positano, more affordable, and the food is incredible! We stayed at Hotel Bellevue Syrene, a 5 star hotel with its own beach club that I 1000% recommend.

Check out the Ultimate Sorrento Bucket List and let me know I’ve convinced you to book a trip!

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The Ultimate Guatape Bucket List!

When I visited Colombia for the first time, I absolutely fell in love with Guatape, a town Northeast of Medellin. The best part is that a bus ticket to Guatape from Medellin is only about $5 USD one way! Guatape is known as Colombia’s most colorful town. One thing I wasn’t expecting was the drastic difference in climate between the cities in Colombia. Bogota was cool and rainy, Cartagena was super hot and humid, and Medellin/Guatape was breezy and a little humid. Out of all the places we visited in Colombia, I have officially decided to retire in Guatape and do you blame me!? Check out The Ultimate Guatape Bucket List and let me know if you’re inspired to visit!

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