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Author: kaycgiaco

Visiting the Grand Canyon in January

Posted on May 12, 2025October 7, 2025 by kaycgiaco

Well, I messed up. I’m not talking about visiting the Grand Canyon in January, this national park is not only a pride of the United States but within the seven natural wonders of the world. It is magnificent at all times of the year. It was stunning around each rim and I feel lucky to…

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A Week in Bryce Canyon National Park

Posted on May 12, 2025October 7, 2025 by kaycgiaco

We arrived in Bryce Canyon on the coldest day of the year. Windchill and gusts from the North made it feel like -6 degrees outside. I’m usually one to live under the motto of “there is no bad weather, just bad clothes,” but this was the type of cold that seeped into your skeleton. It…

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Historic Sites in Memphis: Explore the City’s Rich Culture, Music, and History

Posted on May 6, 2025October 9, 2025 by kaycgiaco

Memphis, Tennessee is steeped in culture, art, and history dating back to the 17th century. While landlocked, the city’s location along the Mississippi River turned it into a major freshwater trading hub, growing from a small settlement into a booming Southern metropolis. Memphis played a pivotal role in U.S. history, from civil rights activism to…

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Kansas City Museums: A Guide to the Best Places to Explore History and Culture

Posted on March 4, 2025October 9, 2025 by kaycgiaco

Kansas City is famously known for BBQ, beer, and rich history, but the city also boasts an extensive and nationally recognized museum scene. From jazz and pioneer history to miniature toys, Kansas City museums offer something for everyone. The city is also home to the National WWI Museum and Memorial, a must-visit for history enthusiasts….

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One Week in Zion National Park

Posted on January 23, 2025October 7, 2025 by kaycgiaco

Zion marks the 8-month anniversary of when I officially packed up my things into a 5×10 storage unit and hit the road full time. It is my 26th national park, 20 of which I covered this year alone. My fiancé and I rolled out of Las Vegas in my cherry red Corolla on Sunday morning…

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France, Austria, Switzerland and Italy, and Why I No Longer Travel in Groups

Posted on March 6, 2024October 7, 2025 by kaycgiaco

When I was 16, I joined a tour group to France, Austria, Switzerland, and Italy. It was my first taste of real travel, and the reason why I have never traveled in a group again.

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Dewey Beach, Delaware, Or How I Remember It In 2012

Posted on February 20, 2024October 7, 2025 by kaycgiaco

Dewey Beach is a small town nestled into the coast of Delaware. To the south is a stretch of land with nothing much populating it except for a dusty beach highway, wetlands, and some raised fish shacks.

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Dubrovnik, Croatia and the Art of Eating Alone

Posted on February 2, 2024October 7, 2025 by kaycgiaco

On a Wednesday evening in October of 2018, I found myself sitting alone on the patio of a pizzeria inside the walls of old town Dubrovnik.

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How Much is Carefree Boat Club?

Posted on May 13, 2023October 7, 2025 by kaycgiaco

Boat clubs are an excellent way to get out on the water in your own boat without the cost and hassle of owning a watercraft. Carefree is one of the best in the nation, with over 110 locations throughout the United States. This boating club allows for the joy of boating with no docking, cleaning,…

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How to Plan a Backpacking Trip on a Tight Budget

Posted on March 26, 2022March 26, 2022 by kaycgiaco

Here is some of the best advice that I’ve found and a step-by-step guide to planning your perfect backpacking trip on a tight budget.

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Kaylee Giacomini

For the past eight years, I’ve had the privilege of traveling to countless parts of the world for work, education, and love. I decided to combine my passion for writing with travel by publishing my journeys here.

I'm a Masters level graduate from Tulane who has worked in the publishing business since I was 18. Come along with me on this next great adventure.

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“Travel isn’t always pretty. It isn’t always comfortable. Sometimes it hurts, it even breaks your heart. But that’s okay. The journey changes you; it should change you. It leaves marks on your memory, on your consciousness, on your heart, and on your body. You take something with you. Hopefully, you leave something good behind.” -Anthony Bourdain
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