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๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐ญ๐ฎ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐ง ๐ฐ๐๐๐ค๐๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐ฉ๐ฌ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ญ๐๐ค๐ ๐จ๐ง ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐จ๐๐ฌ๐ญ (because you've gotta stockpile your vacation days for MORE adventures!)โฃ
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One of the commonly accepted myths about traveling is that it always has to be to an exotic location or a big city. Well, the lie detector determined - ๐ต๐ฉ๐ข๐ต ๐ธ๐ข๐ด ๐ข ๐ญ๐ช๐ฆ!โฃ
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I asked you all earlier today "when are you your happiest, most authentic self?" There was a range of answers, but for me personally it's when I'm exploring somewhere new! ๐ I'm not made of money nor do I have the room to always take time away from work and school. But - what I CAN do is explore on my weekends, which I love! You can do it too - try these places for starters. โฃ
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Discover small-town charm, beautiful views, and a sunset that will make your head spin in this beautiful Northern Virginia gem. Horseback riding, wine tastings, orchards, hiking trails, and log cabins (with hot tubs!) await. ๐ท๐ โฃ
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Charming cobblestone streets, the Battery Waterfront, horse-drawn carriages, and pastel houses adorn this beautiful small city. Immerse yourself in history, shopping, and culture in this Carolina lowland. ๐๏ธ โฃ
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An up-and-coming city for young professionals, Charlotte brags some of the best bars and attractions for a weekend getaway. Go thrill seeking at Carowinds Amusement Park, or take the chill route and hop on a foodie or historical tour. ๐ โฃ
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๐) ๐๐๐ฐ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ค, ๐๐๐ฐ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐คโฃ
The "Big Apple" is full of things to do. Literally so much, that I can't even write a brief synopsis. See a Broadway Show, explore Time Square, be astounded at the Museum of Sex, or just explore the city as you go! ๐ข If you're new, you can never go wrong with a Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus ticket. โฃ
So get out there, and get away! Get to planning! No excuses.
5 OF MY FAVORITE MIAMI ACTIVITIES UNDER $20 ๐๐ฌ (save for later) โ โ
Bringing back this photo of Miami Spring Break Rissa (which by the way I canโt wait to show my kids one day idk). I KNOW at least a few of yโall will be traveling to Miami for spring break (see ya there)! So here are my faves on a budget that Iโve personally LOVED! โ โ
1) Wynwood Art District Murals (Free)
If you love art or aesthetically pleasing things, youโll want to visit the art district to look at the many murals they have to offer. (Pro tip: Visit Coyo Taco after for some street corn and tacos!) ๐ผ ๐จ โ โ
2) Fiesta Cruises of Miami Celebrity Boat Tour ($16)
This 90-minute cruise was super chill and comes with a free cocktail ๐น๐ข. See Shakira AND Will Smithโs house, among others. Book via Groupon!
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3) Stand Up Paddleboarding ๐โโ๏ธ๐ ($10-15)
This was a workout fo shoooo, but it was so much fun! I went to Miami Beach Paddleboard to do it, but there are so many Groupons that Iโm sure anywhere will do. ๐๐ฝ I loved that this one was right off the dock area so there were some cool things to look at! ๐ โ โ
4) Explore Little Havana ๐จ๐บ ($ varies)
After studying in Cuba for 10 days, exploring this little niche of Miami brought me back for sure ๐ฅฐ. I love the artsy rooster sculptures perched around the city! Cafes with walk up windows, amazing food, and even a cigar factory. โ โ
5) Walk Bayside Marketplace ๐ ($ varies)
Bayside is a large outdoor shopping mall with a harbor in the center! The Fiesta Cruise I mentioned before actually leaves from here! Go window shopping, grab a mojito from one of their many walk-up-bars, or listen and dance to live music in the plaza! ๐๐ฝ
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Most importantly, HAVE FUN! Hope this helps ๐๐๐
