Author Archives: Megan Starr

19 Magical and Cozy Things to Do in Yerevan in Winter

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Many travelers don’t desire to go to the Caucasus during the winter months because they are unsure of what to do. This is a guide to Yerevan in winter and it will showcase the many things to do in Yerevan during the colder season.  If you have suggestions on what to do in Yerevan during […]

Big Almaty Lake: A Complete Travel Guide to the Most Famous Lake in Kazakhstan

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I was recently writing an article for another outlet about Almaty and I said I would send over some photos to accompany the text.  I sent over a few and I almost immediately received a reply back asking if I had a photo of Big Almaty Lake.  Sheepishly, I said, “No… I’ve never been”.  At the […]

Garden of the Gods in Winter: Best Hikes, Activities, & Tips

Garden of the Gods in Winter

Colorado is an adventurer’s paradise and if you’re there during the colder months, you will absolutely love visiting the Garden of the Gods in winter if you’re around Colorado Springs (or even Denver)! This is a guide about what to do in winter in Garden of the Gods, a famous Colorado landmark saturated with gorgeous […]

9 Reasons Why You Should Visit Lapland in Autumn (Not Winter!)

9 Reasons Why You Should Visit Lapland in Autumn (Not Winter!)

Most people tend to visit Lapland during the same time of the year—the cold and snowy months. This is a post that details why you should travel to Lapland in autumn, a time that is actually the best for the northern lights, prices, and fall foliage.  Why You Should Visit Lapland in Autumn I have […]

Burabay National Park: How to Travel to Borovoe in Kazakhstan

The nature of northern Kazakhstan is not as talked about as the nature in the south. Burabay National Park is situated a bit north of Astana and is often referred to as the ‘Switzerland of Kazakhstan’. This is a travel guide to Borovoe, Shchuchie, and Chebache lakes in Burabay National Park, discussing how to visit […]

12 Things to Do in Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura’s Overlooked Capital

12 Things to Do in Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura's Overlooked Capital

Easily one of the most misunderstood and neglected cities I have ever been to, Puerto del Rosario gets its fair share of tourism… from cruises.  There is far more to this port city that makes it worth more than a mere step off of a cruise ship.  This is a guide to wonderful things to […]