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BACKPACKING ADVENTURES

BACKPACKING ADVENTURES

Hi! I’m Michelle and this is my story! I fell in love with traveling and travel photography when I was a kid. In my 20's I started solo backpacking. Later, I was trapped by corporate America and lost track of my passions. Now, in my 40's I've left the corporate life and have rekindled my adventurous spirit. I love backpacking, yoga, fitness, and the amazing people I meet around the world! Please follow me for love and inspiration!

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    • 2022-23 – The BIG Adventure
    • Hello 2019 – Delhi to Kathmandu
    • Love! 2018 (Italy)
    • A JOURNEY INTO PEACE – SE ASIA 2018
    • ECUADOR 2017
    • SE ASIA ADVENTURES 2016

Tag: Solo Travel

Posted on May 28, 2023May 27, 2023

Pounding the Pavement in Porto, Portugal

Join me for my first few days in Porto where I took a walking tour, enjoyed the sunset, tried a Francesinha, did my own crazy long walking tour, tasted some port wine, and walked some more! So much to see, so little time!

Posted on May 25, 2023May 24, 2023

A Month in Almoçageme, Portugal Part 5 – The Final Chapter; Óbidos, More Hikes, and My Portugal Family!

Come wander the streets of a mediaeval town, hike a beautiful coastline, explore some cute little villages, and meet my Portugal family in this last installment from Almoçageme. Cheers!

Posted on May 19, 2023May 18, 2023

A Month in Almoçageme, Portugal Part 4 – Moorish Castle, Pena Park & Palace, and Palacio de Monserrate

I'm back, continuing the fairytale in Sintra. This time we will visit Monserrate, the Moorish Castle, and the famous Pena Palace and Park. Please come on for lots of pictures in this magical land!

Posted on May 11, 2023May 13, 2023

A Month in Almoçageme, Portugal Part 2 – Visits to Cascais and Estoril

Having easy access to Cascais-Estoril, I made a couple of visits to this beautiful seaside town. Fun beaches, amazing palaces and castles, a beautiful park, delicious food....YES!

Posted on May 8, 2023May 7, 2023

A Month in Almoçageme, Portugal Part 1 – The Coastal Hike and Around Town

Finally I found a place to settle for a month and I'm loving it! Welcome to Almoçageme, Portugal, where you will see beautiful coastlines, go on amazing hikes, and visit some truly magical sites...this is only the beginning! C'mon in and see what's happening!

Posted on May 4, 2023May 3, 2023

Lisbon, Portugal. Stairs and Steep Hills filled with Unique Charm!

Ahh, a nice change of pace and change of scenery. It was a long journey from Tokyo to Lisbon, but I made it and the sun is shining! I'm so excited to start my European adventure and share what I find!

Posted on April 28, 2023April 30, 2023

Tokyo and Mt. Fuji – The Final Chapter in Japan

An amazing last few days in Japan with a brief glimpse of crazy Tokyo and sights of beautiful Mt. Fuji. I couldn't have asked for any better weather and everything just fell into place as it was meant to be. Enjoy!

Posted on April 25, 2023April 24, 2023

Monkey Madness in Jigokudani Park – I’m in Love! Yamanochi, Japan

Oh my gosh, I'm so in love with these cool snow monkeys! It was a long journey to get here for a few short days, but so worth it! I hope my pictures and short video will put a smile on your face! Have a happy day and remember to take time to play!

Posted on April 22, 2023April 21, 2023

Nachi Falls, Outdoor Onsen & More Fun with New Friends! Shirahama, Japan and Beyond!

Wow, what a wonderful time in Shirahama, a small town with big energy and great new friends! Nachi Falls was so amazing too! So happy I did this! I hope you enjoy the journey!

Posted on April 19, 2023April 20, 2023

Shirahama, Japan – Onsen (hot spring) Baths, Beaches, Caves, and New Friends!

Making my way south, I landed in Shirahama, a quaint little fishing town with many public onsen baths and amazing scenery. Come on in and check out the cool cave, more cherry blossoms, and Engetsu Island!

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Destinations

  • 2022-23 – The BIG Adventure
    • Cambodia
    • Colombia
    • Costa Rica
    • Japan
    • Laos
    • Malaysia
    • Nicaragua
    • Portugal
    • Puerto Rico
    • Thailand
    • United States
  • A JOURNEY INTO PEACE – SE ASIA 2018
    • Bali
    • Cambodia
    • Indonesia
    • Lombok
    • Philippines
    • Vietnam
  • ECUADOR 2017
  • Hello 2019 – Delhi to Kathmandu
    • Hong Kong
    • India
    • Nepal
  • Love! 2018 (Italy)
    • Italy
  • SE ASIA ADVENTURES 2016
    • Cambodia
    • Laos
    • Myanmar (Burma)
    • Thailand
    • Vietnam

Photos

  • Ecuador – Aug 2017
  • Thailand 2016
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