Best Travel Movies!

Hola mi amigos!

It's been a looong time since I've done a travel post, but recently I've felt inspired! The other day, I decided to search Google for the "Best Travel Movies," and this post came up. He listed 25 of his favourite ones. So, since I've had some extra time on my hands the last few days (which should really be used for studying), I decided to watch a few. I watched A Good Year, which I would give a 3.5/5. It was good and had beautiful scenery, but didn't hold my attention as much as others. You can watch the trailer here though and decide for yourself! 

Another one I watched was A Map for Saturday. I loved this one! It's a documentary showing the ups and downs of backpacking life. It's so real and made me want to go backpacking even more! This guy quits his job in New York and goes travelling by himself for 11 months. So rad and so inspiring. You can watch the trailer here:

I tried to embed the actual video on my blog, but couldn't, so here's a link to watch it! Do it and you won't regret it! I promise.

Let me know if you like it below or if you have any comments! Did you end up watching A Good Year? If so, let me know what you think!

A Little Change...

Hello my friends!

I hope that you've been enjoying my blog so far! It's already been 3 months since I started! Crazzy! I sincerely appreciate all your support! I writing this blog. I really have loved sharing health tips, trying new things, and laughing at internet pranks (seriously, some people are flippen hilarious!). I feel like so much has happened since my first post!

I've been doing some thinking lately though. As much as I love posting each day, I've had a hard time giving meaningful content lately. Maybe it's because I was feeling super ambitious in November. Or maybe it's because I didn't have a job, or a full course load. Either way I don't feel that I'm giving you lovely people all that I can when I have other things on my plate, such as school, church, work, social life, etc...SO, I've decided to make a little change to the way things are run around here. I hope you'll still stay with me! I've decided to narrow down how much I post each week.

I know it's important in blogging to be consistent with your posts. So from now on, every week will look like this:

Tuesday: Try-It-Tuesday

Wednesday: My Favourite Five

Friday: Fit Friday

That's not to say that I'll never make a travel post ever again, or share the talents of various pranksters around the world (because that would just be sad) - but it will be less often. I also hope to travel more, that way when I DO make posts, they'll have my heart and soul in them. I'll show you personal tips and experiences.

So my lovely friends, I hope you keep reading along! You mean the world to me! Love you all! 

xoxo,

Lo

New York, New York!

Reading Week is coming up! That means 5+ glorious days of no school! So yeah, I'm pretty stoked. Today, I was thinking of places to go. I want it to be somewhere close-ish, not super expensive, and somewhere that you can see a lot of it in just a week. My two ideas are Mexico and New York. I've been to Mexico twice already, and I wouldn't complain to go there! (Sign me up for a tan), I just want to go some place new! After all, that was one of my new years resolutions. So, I figured now's a good time as ever! Plus, it's on my life Bucket List to go for a run in Central Park!

When I think of New York, this is what I think of:

King Kong

Topper

How to Marry a Millionaire

Breakfast at Tiffany's

Elf

You've Got Mail

Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close

Step Up 3D

The Great Gatsby, and

Mr. Popper's Penguins

I also think of Broadway shows, Rockefeller Plaza, The Mindy Project, the Empire State Building, good eats, and cute streets. 

So, since I have never been to New York, I'm hoping those of you who have could give me some tips and tricks! Which hotel did you stay in, and did you like it? What are the best shows you saw? Where is the best place to eat? What was your favourite part of being there? 

Ready, Set, Go! :)

Wayfaring.me

A little while ago, I came across this blog/website called wayfaring.me. I'm pretty sure they actually just started following me on instagram randomly, and so I took a look at what they were about. 

This hub has one of the coolest ideas I've heard of! Basically, they want to help people travel more! (Amazing!) They ask people to write little articles about travelling, and then pay you for them. They want to inspire you. They pay you about $1/1000 article views. That's almost free money! How can you say no?! 

Anyway, I read this article, and I loved how simple it was. Just go, and travel. If you have enough money for a one way flight then go! There are ways to make money while travelling abroad.

Here's her list:

1. Just Do It.

2. Don't Overpack.

3. Be Spontaneous and Expect to Change Your Plans.

4. Meet as Many People as Possible.

 I'm all for helping people travel! So why don't you go take a look at her list of "4 Lessons I Learned After Quitting My Job To Travel The World".

Love, 

Lo

Wednesday Favourite Five!

Hola friends!! Happy Wednesday! Here are my favourite five for the week!

Favourite Vine:

Post by Best Vines.

SO cute!! I want a dog right now.

Favourite Fitness Product:

The Polar Watch. I've seen this baby allll over Instagram. It shows your heart rate and number of calories burned far more accurate than a treadmill would. It's super personalized. Plus it comes in green, pink, blue, and grey. I'm currently saving up for one!

Favourite Hope:

Favourite Perspective:

Reminds me of this post!

Favourite Travel Location:

My Sister Sadie is there right now!! So jealous! Well I'm happy for her, I just wish I was there with her. But she'll be able to give me the scoop when she comes back, for when I eventually go!

Happy Humpday!

Love, 

Lo

Make It Count.

A while back, I saw this video either on Pinterest or Facebook, and I recently stumbled upon it again. It's about a guy who's given money from Nike to make a movie about earning "Fuel Points", to promote their new product. Well, instead of conventionally making some commercial, Casey Neistat decided to use that money to show what it really means to "make it count". I love this video. I love what it represents. I love the sense of adventure and play. It's my dream displayed in four and a half minutes. 

So please, take a look! Do what you can with what you've got and make your life count.

I love this quote. If only I could have that perspective!

Go live it up my friends! 

Love,

Lo

Travel Bug Thursday! Where do YOU want to travel?

Soooo, today, I don't feel like writing anything super long. Today, I just want to show you a few beautiful pictures to some of the places I really want to go!! Please enjoy! :)

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I've always thought the Taj Mahal was beautiful! I would love to go!

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Here's a picture of the inside! Something about all those colours, and the bohemian feel to it, I just love!

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Santorini, Greece! Ever since I saw Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, I've wanted to go to Greece. I love the contrast of the vibrant blue water and the white structured buildings.

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It might have been after I watched the last season of the Bachelorette, I decided that I wanted to go to Antigua! Those beaches and the wind and waves! Ah! It would be so refreshing! It looks so adventurous and romantic!

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Chiang Mai! I loooove elephants and to go on an adventure with one of them - so cool!!

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Going along with the Thailand theme...Phuket! This beachy paradise has drawn me in since I first saw a picture!

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Ireland! Just in general, I would be delighted to go there! This is the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge in Northern, Ireland - a hidden gem!

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I just love this statue. It's a beautiful symbol. I've wanted to go here for a while!!

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Something about Croatia, I don't know, but I hope I get to will go there some day. I've heard it's a hidden gem in Europe!

I could go on, but I'll save a few for later ;) I want to know,where do you want to travel the most?! Comment below!

Love,

Lo

Travel Bug Thursday & a Happy New Year!

Happy Thursday!! So in the spirit of making resolutions, I am declaring this one of mine! 

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YOU SHOULD TOO! Last year I went to Las Vegas and Florida, which were both amazing experiences. Let's see what 2014 has in store for us! 

xoxo,

Lo

Best Online Boxing Day Sales on Travel!

Hey guys!! Hope you're enjoying the holiday season! I sure am. Today I wanted to give you a list of some awesome boxing day sales for all things travel! Travel can be expensive, but if you stock up from sales, it'll be much easier on your wallet. So, without further adieu, here is your list!

1. LifeProof Case for I-phone

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If you plan on travelling with your phone, it's bound to experience some wear and tear. So, to keep your phone safe and secure, this case protects from water, dirt and shock! Right now it's 25% off at REI!

2. Fuji Point and Shoot Camera

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If you want a camera that you can take on adventures and not have to worry about being super careful with, look no further than this baby! It's waterproof to 6m, shockproof, dust-proof, and freeze-proof up to 10 C (14F). The red one is on cheaper at Future Shop, but Best Buy has other colours at the same price.

3.  PSI Wristbands

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These wristbands are worn like a watch, and help to reduce motion sickness! So if you're planning on cruising, or being on the water for a while, these will come in handy! They come in a bunch of other colours and are on for $16.

4. StrikeForce Fire Starter

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This fire starter is so cool! You don't need to bring matches when camping, and you can get it wet! Just wipe the excess water off it it does, and it will work right away to produce a spark. No matches, no problem.

5.  The Best Travel Writing, Volume 10: True Stories from Around the World

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This book is so cool! It's an annual book, written about some of the greatest travel stories from around the world! Good for dreaming, or travelling on the train or plane. It's on for $15.16 at Barnes & Noble. 

6. Inflatable Travel Pillow

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This travel pillow from MEC is on for $8.50! It fills up in just two breaths, and is comfortable for waiting in airports, sleeping on planes and perfect for cross-country trips! Compact and comfortable! 

7. Digital Photo Frame

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These are actually so great! What better way to showcase your travels and adventures than by a continuos slideshow!? It's $30 off at Best Buy!

8. Globe

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I love globes, because they remind me to explore and travel. They also remind me how big the world really is, and how much there is to see! This pedestal globe is 50% off at Chapters/Indigo!

9. Scratch Map

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Kay guys, how cool is this?! I love the idea of hanging up a map and displaying which countries and cities you've been to. Each country is a different colour! It's on for $11 on Amazon!

10. International Traveler USB Card

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USB's are definitely necessary for travel. With 4GB, it can store all your travel documents plus lots of pictures and videos!

Happy Shopping!

Love,

Lo