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    10 Smart Travel Tips for Stress-Free Adventures

    October 4, 2025 / No Comments

    Early October signals the beginning of Fall Break season! 🍁 Heading out for Fall Break or planning your next big bucket list trip? These smart strategies can help you travel smoother, safer, and with fewer headaches. Over the years I’ve picked…

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    Ten Things I Don’t Travel Without

    September 21, 2025 / No Comments

    Over time, and through trial and error, I’ve figured out which travel essentials I never leave home without. Every trip has taught me something — and little by little, I’ve built my own list of must-haves. These aren’t just things I…

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  • Destinations,  Reflections,  Travel

    How to Plan Your Amalfi Coast Trip: Tips You Need to Know

    September 20, 2025 / No Comments

    When starting to plan an Amalfi Coast trip, you’ll quickly realize that this dream destination comes with some unique challenges. From when to go, to where to stay, to how to get around, here’s everything you need to know to plan…

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    Norway by Sea: Bergen, Geiranger, and Alesund

    September 17, 2025 / No Comments

    If you’ve been following along on our journey, you’ll notice these posts are a little out of order. Our Norway travel adventure actually happened between our time in Rome and Iceland, but it deserves its own spotlight. We spent several days…

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Born in Puerto Rico, rooted in Indiana, and always chasing flavors and stories around the globe. I’ve journeyed to 29 countries (so far!) in search of local food, culture, and connection. Empty-nester life means more time for travel, cooking, and sharing it all here on Tasted & Traveled.

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