Why the Chase Sapphire Reserve is SO Worth the $450 Annual Fee (…Hear Me Out)
If you’re like me, as soon as I heard about the $450 annual fee with the Chase Sapphire Reserve (CSR) travel credit card, my reaction was “oh hell nah“. But then I eased up and started researching the benefits of the card and slowly realized that the fee is well worth all the perks (as […]
Palawan, Philippines | How to Spend 7 Days in Paradise (Coron + El Nido)
Palawan has been voted the most beautiful island in the world, and for good reason. With its plethora of crystal clear turquoise waters, stunning lagoons, and plunging cliff lines, its not hard to see why. Palawan is the epitome of the word paradise. There’s a lot you can do and see on Palawan even with […]
Best Free (or Cheap) Things to Do in The Galapagos
Let’s face it, The Galapagos islands are not a cheap destination. This bucket list destination is one of those once-in-a-lifetime places that people save up lots of money for over an extended period of time and usually spend quite a bit on this trip. However, it doesn’t have to be that expensive and is totally […]
Everything You Need to Know About Visiting Victoria Falls, Africa (visas, flights, border crossings)
Victoria Falls is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. It’s also rated as the biggest waterfall in the world (based on combined width of 5,604 ft and height of 354 ft. It goes by the nickname “the Smoke that Thunders” and that nickname will prove itself once you have been graced by its presence. […]
Photographing the Stunning Arctic Landscapes of Lapland, Finland
In the famous words of Ned Stark: WINTER IS COMING! So I thought this would be the perfect time to highlight some winter destinations, specifically Lapland, Finland. During my time in Lapland I was able to partake in my first photo expedition, and it was a blast! Photographing the Stunning Arctic Landscapes of Lapland, Finland […]
Chasing the Northern Lights in Tromsø (+Beginner Northern Lights Photography Tips)
Beginner Northern Lights Photography Tips Last year I flew to Iceland in the frigid January weather just to see the northern lights. In 3 days there, I didn’t have any luck. On top of that, my tripod blew over and I cracked my brand new camera. #EpicFail Why I Chose Tromsø, Norway to Chase the […]
10 Best Things to Do in Queenstown: Perfect Mix of Action + Relaxation
In case you weren’t aware, Queenstown, New Zealand is known as the “adventure capital of the world“. Now you know, and now you gotta get your butt over there! Queenstown sits on a stunning lake on the South Island of New Zealand. The snowcapped mountains enveloping the town makes for the perfect backdrop for numerous […]
How to Spend 3 Days in the Nusa Islands (Lembongan, Ceningan, & Penida)
The Nusas consist of 3 gorgeous islands off the coast of Bali, Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Ceningan, and Nusa Penida. All 3 islands have something special to offer so if you have time, I highly recommend checking out all three! I based myself in Lembongan for 3 days and was able to visit all 3 islands […]
~~~Who is This Crazy Person?~~~
Hi world! CrazyTravelista here, originally from Washington, DC. After getting infected by the travel bug on my first trip to Italy in 2006, I have been living out my dream to travel the world, one country at a time!
I've always been a little shy, but travel has made me more curious and adventurous. I like to bend the rules sometimes and I never take no for an answer! Hopefully my enthusiasm and passion to see the world will inspire others to travel more. Just Go! My “go-to” booking site for flights!
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~~~~~~~~Where I’ve Been~~~~~~~
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