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Exploring Costa Rica, Finding Freedom, and Going Local: Book reviews for March 2017
Once a month, I put together the books I've read into a single review post. Alternatively, see plenty of previous book reviews over here, or see how I rate books. Also, a quick disclaimer: review copies are typically provided or downloaded for free, and links may be...
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Review: a carry-on that weighs less than a kilo? Introducing CabinZero, a carryon-slash-backpack
This soft-sided cabin bag packs it all in at under a kilogram. Disclaimer: I was sent a CabinZero bag of the 'Classic 44L' variety to test and keep. As always, my reviews and opinions are my own. Billed as 'the suitcase on your back, this soft-sized carry-on /...
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August book reviews: exploring Arizona, becoming a ‘jet-setting’ copywriter, and more
Once a month, I put together the books I've read into a single review post. Alternatively, see plenty of previous book reviews over here, or see how I rate books. Also, a quick disclaimer: review copies were provided or downloaded for free, and links may be affiliate...
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Review: Filmora – an easy-to-use video editing tool
I haven't done much in the way of video. The thought of spending hours editing and producing videos has kept me from it. Wondershare's Filmora promises to make that easier. Disclosure: this review was sponsored by Wondershare, and a free license key was provided for...
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July book reviews: traveling on an extreme budget, an intro to Bangkok, and books for your first trip abroad
Once a month, I put together the books I've read into a single review post. Alternatively, see plenty of previous book reviews over here, or see how I rate books. Also, a quick disclaimer: review copies were provided or downloaded for free, and links may be affiliate...
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Review: The Star Trek Starfleet Academy Experience (Ottawa, Ontario)
Yeah, I'm a geek. And a total Trekkie. I loved The Force Awakens, but Trek is still my fave. Will this world premiere interactive exhibit live long and prosper, or is there about to be a transporter malfunction? No disclaimer needed here – we paid our own way in....
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June book reviews: being the ‘white monkey’ and traveling the Americas
Once a month, I put together the books I've read into a single review post. Alternatively, see plenty of previous book reviews over here, or see how I rate books. Also, a quick disclaimer: review copies were provided or downloaded for free, and links may be affiliate...
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Review: Peru Hop, Peru’s first hop-on-hop-off bus service
Having spent almost 9 months getting around South America, the one thing that's been the most difficult is getting around. Presuming a bus, minivan, or colectivo actually goes where you want it to, there's then the matter of comfort and staying on schedule. If your...
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April book reviews: driving abroad, travel hacking for Canadians, and more
Once a month, I put together the books I've read into a single review post. Alternatively, see plenty of previous book reviews over here, or see how I rate books. Also, a quick disclaimer: review copies were provided or downloaded for free, and links may be affiliate...
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A tale of two food tours: Devour Barcelona and Food Walking Tour Peru
Despite being of the 'eat-to-live' variety, we definitely enjoy trying new things while traveling. While not always weird, there's a definite link between food and culture, and it's one we sometimes explore. Start with Devour(ing) Barcelona Welcome to Devour...
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