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Steal my Itinerary: 11 Super Cool Things I did in Colombia

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Steal my Itinerary: 11 Super Cool Things I did in Colombia

March 29, 2019March 29, 2019

Oh Colombia! If you follow me on Instagram, you know I can’t stop raving about how…

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From Good to Bad to Better: A Day in Playa Blanca, Isla Baru, Colombia

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From Good to Bad to Better: A Day in Playa Blanca, Isla Baru, Colombia

March 22, 2019April 13, 2019

It was 7am on Monday the 4th and I woke up excited at the prospect of…

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This account will always be a solo travel stan acc

This account will always be a solo travel stan account. This is because I’ve seen just how much you can learn about yourself and the world and your place in it, by quieting the noise and going on solo adventures. Everyone needs this level of self awareness and there are many ways to get that, including traveling by yourself sometimes - whether by choice or by situation. Solo travel is such a gift and this is your sign to go on a solo trip.

Ask me any questions about solo travel in the comments and I’ll share some tips. If you’ve traveled solo, tell me one thing you learned from taking that trip. Happy Friday. ❤️

Some of my favorite memories from the year so far.

Some of my favorite memories from the year so far. Where did all this time go? Can’t believe it’s September already. What are your travel plans for the rest of the year?

Locations in video:
1.) Los Cabos, Mexico
2.) Dubai, UAE
3.) Wadi Rum, Jordan
4.) Santorini, Greece

Also, there’s a common theme in these photos. Any guesses what that is? Happy September. ❤️

"So how much does a trip to Barbados cost?" This w

"So how much does a trip to Barbados cost?" This was a recurring question this month after my trip earlier in the month. My trip to Barbados was kindly sponsored by @VisitBarbados but I've drawn up a rough estimate for you based on my research and findings while in Barbados.

Please note that these are estimates and ultimately, many of these costs will depend on your personal preference and budget. Nonetheless, I hope this gives you an idea of where to start from and how much a realistic budget could be.

In general, Barbados is a place I will happily recommend to travelers, and experiencing Crop Over is worth adding to your travel bucketlist.

Let me know if you have any questions. A full travel guide for Barbados is now up on my website theufuoma.com with all the helpful links and resources you may need.

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By now, it is probably well-known that I love trav

By now, it is probably well-known that I love traveling to Mexico. There are just so many awesome cities to explore and it is also quite accessible. However, as a first-timer, it might be hard to choose which Mexican city is best for you. So I’ve shared this video to help you decide. It ultimately depends on what your vibe is, who you are going with and how much room you have in your budget. More details below:

✅ Cancun - Go to Cancun if you love to party, if you have kids or are traveling as a family. Go to Cancun if you don’t have too much time to spare (many flights go there directly). Cancun is also pretty affordable.

✅ Tulum - Go to Tulum if you want a bit of a slower pace, want to be immersed in nature, want to do yoga, fresh fruits, zen, etc. Tulum’s hotels are also pretty affordable so go there if you are on a budget. No airport in Tulum though, so you’d have to first go to the Cancun airport but it’s not too far away. About an hour and a half.

✅ Los Cabos - Go there if you want more of an upscale, fab vacation. Think about Miami-esque vibes, a more mature crowd, not too crowded at all but also crazy expensive hotels.

For the beach, I’d favor Los Cabos as well. Tulum used to be really nice for the beach but it’s dealing with a seaweed issue at the moment. Cancun beaches are also okay but places like Isla Holbox has the better beaches.

Have you been to any of these places? Did you like it there? Let me know what you think.

Did you know that you can get paid for a delayed f

Did you know that you can get paid for a delayed flight? It is under Air Passenger Protection Laws. You wouldn’t get paid if you don’t ask though. So always ask. I’ve gotten paid in the past by asking. It took around 2 months to get the money but it works. So give this a try. ✨

Are you going on holiday soon? Here are some creat

Are you going on holiday soon? Here are some creative out of office messages to try. On my last vacation, I decided to switch things up from the regular, “I’m out of office returning on [date] with limited access to email blah blah’ and tried something more creative instead. I got back to the office with lots of laughs and really fun responses. Now, I can’t go back to the regular OOO emails anymore. Lol.

Sharing some more options for you whenever you need them. What option would you be trying?

PS: Don’t forget to add a contact email who is covering for you while away, to these messages because corporate is still corporate haha.

What option would you be trying out? Option one is totally my fave

Tips for taking amazing photos of yourself while t

Tips for taking amazing photos of yourself while traveling solo. Just because you go alone doesn't mean your photos have to suck. If I had a dollar for how many people asked, "so how are you getting these photos when you are traveling by yourself."

Here's a little breakdown of how I do it.

1.) My number one is - Get a tripod and remote. I actually carry my tripod even when I am traveling with others because you can really control the outcome and if you're like me, you know your best angles!

2.) I also love hiring photographers for a one-hour session. This is when I am in the mood for professional looking shots and especially in cases where I do not want to take my tripod with me in public. I find them mostly on Instagram by searching [Name of city photographer. E.g San Juan photographer]. Usually on Instagram you can see their portfolio and can vet them that way. Slide in their DMs, inquire about their dates and voila. I always offer cash payments in this case - you know, just in case.

3.) Photo tours on Airbnb experiences are the best! You can tour the city and get photographed at the same time which is a win-win. And I love that they can be quite affordable depending on the city.
4.) Finally - ask people! Just ask. Of course use your discretion but I love asking my tour guides or hotel staff to help take a photo and they are more than likely to do it. Also, fellow tourists, especially the ones who look a little less busy and maybe even traveling solo. I often offer to help them and they return the favor.

Hope this was helpful. Let me know what you think. ❤️

Where are you traveling to next? I've been spendin

Where are you traveling to next? I've been spending some time planning my fall travels and feeling excited for the experiences to come. I know we love a good summer vacation, but I also love traveling during the fall - lesser crowds = more value for money. And some destinations are great all-year round so that's always a plus.

Do you find any joy in planning a trip? Or is it something you dread?

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