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How to Manage Travel Anxiety, According to Experts

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  Anxiety finds me at 37,000 ft. (11, 300m) above the Pacific Ocean, somewhere between Tokyo and Los Angeles. My thoughts begin to swirl up around me like dirt kicked up in the wind. My chest tightens as though an invisible hand has clenched my heart in its fist. My breathing becomes shallow as the panic begins to rise…. [Read More]

Tips for Visiting the Taj Mahal for the First Time

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  Morning at the Taj Mahal in India and the fog hangs over the iconic structure like a lace veil. The crowds are few at this early morning hour, lending a sense of calm and serenity to my first visit at this man made wonder of the world. The perfectly manicured gardens lead up to… [Read More]

How to Avoid Sickness in India (and What to Do if You Get Sick)

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  When I told friends and family I would be traveling to India, I was always met with the same two statements: “India will be the most intense place you’ll ever visit” and “just start mentally preparing yourself now for getting sick.”   Getting sick abroad has become somewhat of a tradition for me, unfortunately…. [Read More]

A Year in Travel: A Look Back on 2017

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  Wednesday afternoon in New York City and I am sitting here reflecting on the year that has passed. Another year come and gone with the promise of a new year ahead. This past year has been a transformative one for me as I’ve both turned 30 (yikes!) and embarked on a new career path… [Read More]

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