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Cat Rogers 🏳️‍🌈✈️

San Francisco, CA, USA

Hi there! I’m cat, and I share my best finds as a travel nurse, food enthusiast, and travel researcher. I’m known as the planner amongst my friends and can always find you the best off the beaten path recommendations in any place. Not here to impress, but I am going to make sure you’re travel is going to be something to remember! I have done female solo and LGBT friendly focused travel and can incorporate both into custom itineraries.

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San Diego, CA, USA

Hello traveler !! ✈️ My name is Melisa , I’m originally from Mexico City. 🇲🇽 For me traveling is one of the best investments people can do in their lives . 🧳 Traveling makes you richer in the soul. Let me help you to create memories that will stay in your heart forever❤️.I love customizing trips of any kind: * Solo travelers * Couples * Families * Groups My first solo trip was back in 2017 in Thailand 🇹🇭 🎒 ,that trip changed my life forever, and after that I kept planning more and more trips 🌎 . After visiting 11 countries and many new cities I knew I wanted to help others to plan happiness, because for me happiness is planning a trip! I put my heart in every trip I plan, I will create an itinerary that fits what you love on a trip. 👩🏻‍💻. Travel style : All my guides are created for people who like comfort and quality hotels. I love detailed information with pictures and videos . On my FREE guid

Christina Fote

Chicago, IL, USA

Hi there! Welcome to my travel page. I'm Christina, a 20 something traveling around a 9 to 5. My trips tend to have a European focus and are budget-friendly, but not entirely budget travel. Every guide on my page is a trip that I have taken myself with hand picked recommendations of only the best. I hope my guides inspire you to chase your travel dreams and make amazing travel accessible to everyone.

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Jason Shelton

Bay Area Views, Hikes and Experiences

"List of cool viewpoints, hikes, parks, and nature destinations."

LGBTQ+ • Digital Nomads • Plus Size • Backpackers • Vegetarian • Vegan • Solo Female • Gluten-free / Celiac • Accessibility • Car-free • Pets • 50+ • Couples • Groups • Nature • Hiking • Beach • Mountain • Viewpoints • Photography • Coffee

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Maeve Cutts

Roadtrip Along the California Coast: San Francisco to Big Sur

For the past couple of years, Sarah, my best friend from college, and I have planned a girls trip in the winter months to escape the seasonal depression of Denver and Chicago. It's one of my favorite weekends of the year filled with self-care, shopping, fresh air, and copious cups of tea. We intentionally plan this weekend to have little to no plan so we can be more present. There's no better place to unwind than along the California Coast. Everything in this guide has been tried and vetted by yours truly! As always, I'm happy to help you plan a custom itinerary for your trip to Big Sur! Just reach out to me directly (:

Slow Travel • Road Trip • Beach • Relaxation • Nature

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Big Sur (2-3 Day Itinerary)

"Big Sur, one of the world’s most unforgettable stretches of coastline. This roughly 90 mile long stretch of redwood and fog trimmed waterfront between Carmel by the Sea and Hearst Castle draws you (and writers like Henry Miller and Beat Generation darling Jack Kerouac) in with a magic allure that is almost palpable. This is, quite simply, a place you want to be: bluffs, sea and sky. The classic drive through Big Sur, along twisting Highway 1, offers plenty of pullovers at places like seen it in a million car commercials Bixby Bridge. Stop at parks along the coastline and look up to see endangered California condors, North America’s largest birds, or look down to scan the swells for migrating whales or sea otters floating among dense beds of kelp, California’s signature seaweed." - Visit California

Backpackers • Couples • Groups • Nature • Adventure • Foodie • History • Photography • Beach • Mountain • Camping

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Monterey

Discover the Charm of Monterey: Top Travel Spots

Monterey, California, is a captivating coastal retreat known for its rugged beauty, rich marine life, and world-class attractions. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, history buff, or simply seeking a tranquil getaway, Monterey offers a plethora of experiences that cater to all travelers.

Cannery Row

Cannery Row is a historic waterfront district that once thrived on the sardine-packing industry. Today, it's a bustling area filled with boutique shops, gourmet restaurants, and fascinating attractions. Stroll along the oceanside promenade, savoring the fresh sea breeze while you explore the legacy of John Steinbeck, who immortalized this locale in his famous novel "Cannery Row."

Monterey Bay Aquarium

The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a must-visit for anyone traveling to the area. Renowned for its innovative exhibits and dedication to marine conservation, the aquarium offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the underwater world. From the hypnotic dance of jellyfish to the playful antics of sea otters, every exhibit provides an unforgettable experience that highlights the wonder and fragility of marine life.

17-Mile Drive

One of the most scenic drives in the world, the 17-Mile Drive offers breathtaking views

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