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Laken is a traveler from Arkansas who explores the world around her 9-5 and is passionate about helping those with a full time job do the same. Her travel guides include 4-10 day itineraries for working travelers and mid-budget travel tips (somewhere between hostels and luxury stays!)
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Where to Stay in Aruba: Best Affordable Options!

ByLaken December 6, 2025December 7, 2025

Where to stay in Aruba without paying an arm and/or a leg! As someone who tries to travel affordably…

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Arikok National Park: What you Need to Know about Visiting!

Arikok National Park: What you Need to Know about Visiting!

ByLaken November 28, 2025November 28, 2025

Arikok National Park is one of the main attractions on the beautiful island of Aruba. It takes up nearly…

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Things to Do in Aruba: Beaches, Free Things and More!

Things to Do in Aruba: Beaches, Free Things and More!

ByLaken November 17, 2025November 17, 2025

Things to do in Aruba! While beaching on a beach vacation is always nice, I find it enjoyable if…

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Renting a Car in Aruba: Everything to Know!

Renting a Car in Aruba: Everything to Know!

ByLaken November 9, 2025December 7, 2025

Everything to know about renting a car in Aruba! Aruba is a GORGEOUS island with incredible white sand beaches…

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Packing for Europe in Winter + How to Avoid Over-Packing!

ByLaken October 19, 2025October 19, 2025

Packing for Europe in winter can be tricky, especially if you are a light packer (like me!) Clothes can…

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Where to Stay in New York City With Limited Time!

ByLaken October 4, 2025October 4, 2025

Where to stay in New York City with limited time in the city! New York City is such an…

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Where to Stay in La Fortuna: Affordable Options + A Splurge!

Where to Stay in La Fortuna: Affordable Options + A Splurge!

ByLaken September 14, 2025November 15, 2025

Where to stay in La Fortuna, Costa Rica! La Fortuna is one of the best places to visit in…

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10 BEST Things to Do in La Fortuna, Costa Rica: Hot Springs, Rafting & More!

ByLaken September 13, 2025November 15, 2025

Epic things to do in La Fortuna, Costa Rica! La Fortuna is such a good place for first-time Costa…

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2 Days in Copenhagen at Christmas: BEST Markets + What You Need to Know!

ByLaken September 7, 2025September 7, 2025

How to spend 2 days in Copenhagen seeing the BEST markets and more! Copenhagen is a beautiful city that…

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Monteverde Cloud Forest Tours: Why You Should Take One!

Monteverde Cloud Forest Tours: Why You Should Take One!

ByLaken August 24, 2025November 15, 2025

Should you visit the Monteverde Cloud Forest? Should you consider one of the Monteverde Cloud Forest tours? Did you…

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The Ultimate Guide to Munich, Germany!

Posted on August 24, 2021
A guide to Munich! Munich is one of my favorite European cities I have explored! It is the capitol of Bavaria, the largest German state, and is rich in history....
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What to Wear in Amsterdam in October: Everything you Need to Pack and more!

Posted on August 28, 2024
What to wear in Amsterdam in October! Lets be honest, weather in Amsterdam in the Autumn can be moody, especially in October when you are teetering between the warm summer...
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Copenhagen Christmas Markets: Everything You Need to Know about Visiting!

Posted on November 9, 2024
Copenhagen Christmas markets are great and Copenhagen in December itself is magical! If you are headed to Scandinavia and want to add a city with great Christmas decor and markets,...
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Amsterdam in the Autumn: Everything you Need to Know!

Posted on July 21, 2024
How is Amsterdam in the Autumn? I know Amsterdam is more known for its Spring Tulips and Summer festivals, but can Autumn be a good option also? We visited in...
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A Toledo Day Trip From Madrid: What you Need to Know!

Posted on June 26, 2023
A Toledo day trip form Madrid is easy and something I highly recommend adding to your Madrid itinerary! As much as we liked Madrid, we REALLY loved getting to the...
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Where to Stay in Menton: Best Location + a Great Hotel Recommendation!

Posted on January 18, 2025
Where to stay in Menton, France! Menton is a BEAUTIFUL city located on the FAR EAST side of the French Riviera (literally right next to the French/Italian border!) When it...
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