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We are backpack-wearing, camera-toting, coffee-loving travelers who are passionate about showing others how they can travel responsibly & adventurously on any budget -- big or small.

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Take a deep breath. Feel the breeze on your skin. Listen to the sounds around you. Savor the moment right now instead of planning for the next.
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I often find myself thinking of the future. Dreaming of what’s to come. But I’m working on “being in the moment” and appreciating the time I have right now. Because this moment started as just a dream. And what a shame it would be to let it pass without fully taking it in and appreciating its beauty.
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SUP at @tranquilobay ☀️
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#sup #standuppaddleboard #bocasdeltoro #visitpanama #sheisnotlost #girlslovetravel #sheexplores #womenwhoexplore #wearetravelgirls

Found a postcard I liked and jumped inside ☀️😂
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#girlslovetravel #girlswhowander #wearetravelgirls #sheisnotlost #visitpanama #bocasdeltoro #whitesandbeach #islandvibes

Ultimate Hammock Goals.
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Sitting here on our first day in Panama reading a book, basking in the sun (between pesky rain clouds), and scheming how I'm going to build a giant hammock/net like this one in our future home!
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We had so many amazing adventures in Costa Rica and can't wait to share more about them. But we're super excited to explore the 2nd to last country on this trip. Pamana, show us whatcha got!
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#girlslovetravel #sheisnotlost #visitpanama #panamagram #bocasdeltoro #islandfever #hammockgoals #hammocklife

Got a blessing from a shaman. Made our own pure chocolate (the process is suuuper interesting!). Ate traditional lunch out of a banana leaf with our hands. Learned about all sorts of medicinal plants in the jungle and made a necklace using plant fibers for string and seeds for the beads.
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There are many things I love about travel: trying new food, exploring new landscapes, meeting new people… But usually the most memorable (and important) thing we do on our travels is learn about the culture.
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We explored the town of Bribri, which is home to Costa Rica's largest indigenous group. Before the Spanish conquered Central and South America, customs and culture looked quite different than it does in most places today. The Bribri people are working to preserve their culture, and by visiting their villages and learning about their customs, you are supporting their way of life and telling them that their culture IS important. That is SHOULD be preserved for future generations.
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Is experiencing the culture a priority when you’re traveling?
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#girlslovetravel #thisiscostarica #chaconation #indigenous #travelstoke #visitcostarica #bribri

I’m going to say something that might be somewhat unpopular... .
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Sometimes I feel like the communities of people who are working hard to promote “green living” can be a bit…how shall I put this… judgmental. And if I’m honest, sometimes I’m a little quick to judge too.
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Topics like reducing our use of plastic are sometimes approached with an attitude of shaming those who currently use straws or bags or bottled water. And I understand why: Sometimes guilt can make us change our actions.
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But I also think it's important to approach this topic with love and understanding that everyone is coming into this journey at different places and with different responsibilities. A mother with a family to support is going to have different priorities than a single twenty-something. I’m not trying to make excuses for anyone, but rather to point out that it’s not always a black & white topic. What is a simple swap for you might not be as easy for someone else.
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And we need to remember that we ALL make mistakes (yes, even the most eco-conscious of people). We all start somewhere. And it's not about being perfect, but about learning, and about trying to be better than you were yesterday. Educating Shaming.
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So on that note, we’ve put together a list of practical ways you can live with less plastic in preparation for #PlasticFreeJuly 💚 Perhaps not all of these tips will work for you, but I bet you can make at least one change. Check out the link in our bio for a list of 18 tips! And let us know which ones surprised you or which tips we’re missing!
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#plasticfree #saynotoplastic #plasticfreeoceans #plasticfreeliving #zerowaste #liverefreshed

Mother Nature is an artist with a wild imagination and a vivid color palette.
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The more of this world I see, the more I am convinced that we must do everything in our power to protect it. To protect its plants, animals and people. These things can't be manufactured by a machine. They are a gift. And they are more fragile than we may think.
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🐸 how beautiful is this red eyed tree frog?! 🐸
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#natgeo #yourshot #treefrog #redeyedtreefrog #costaricapuravida #thisiscostarica #visitcostarica #animalplanet #naturephotography #girlslovetravel

I know, I know, ANOTHER waterfall. We’re kind of obsessed with them and Central America keeps delivering! I think this is #9 so far on this trip... But I’m not upset about it!
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Where are your favorite waterfalls in the world?!
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#chasingwaterfalls #thisiscostarica #visitcostarica #explorecostarica #chaconation #sheisnotlost #girlslovetravel #womenwhoexplore #womenwhohike #femaletravelbloggers

Sunshine on my shoulders + infinity pool + ocean views… I could really get used to this ☀️
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If you find yourself in Costa Rica, and are looking for romance, relaxation and the best ahi tuna of your life, @oxygenjunglevillas is the place to be! And it comes as no surprise they've been named as a top honeymoon destination 💕
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What has been a super memorable hotel you've stayed at on your travels?

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