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Peru Hopping from Lima to Cusco

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Parasailing with a Fear of Heights

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The Expat Life: Pros & Cons of Expat Living

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Steph / July 6, 2017 / Belize

Parasailing with a Fear of Heights

Parasailing with a Fear of Heights

In Belize, yet another opportunity to challenge my fears appeared, specifically my fear of heights: parasailing.

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Steph / July 3, 2017 / Travel Advice

The Expat Life: Pros & Cons of Expat Living

The Expat Life: Pros & Cons of Expat Living

What is the expat life REALLY like?

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Steph / June 29, 2017 / Belize

The BEST Snorkeling in Belize

The BEST Snorkeling in Belize

My bar for snorkeling was set pretty damn high after my experience in the Galapagos. But snorkeling in Belize blew every other snorkel site out of the water.

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Steph / June 26, 2017 / Peru

I Want to Be Hotel B in Barranco, Lima

I Want to Be Hotel B in Barranco, Lima

Hotel B is like that ridiculously on-point friend that somehow elevates your coolness quotient as well.

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Steph / June 22, 2017 / Ecuador

9 Things I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Quito, Ecuador

9 Things I Wish I Knew Before Visiting Quito, Ecuador

My recent visit to Ecuador’s second city was tacked on before and after my Galapagos trip, and absolutely full of surprises

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Welcome to Joy And Journey: advice and experiences about traveling, living, and working abroad — especially in Latin America and from a female perspective (but guys, you’re welcome too!)
I’m a small town Michigan girl turned serial expat and avid traveler. In the past 5 years, I’ve lived in 5 different cities in 4 different countries on 3 different continents, while visiting more than 20 other countries.
Most of my travel is solo, but I am married! My multicultural family is based in Puebla, Mexico. My husband is Israeli, and our two dogs come from Thailand and Guatemala.
I’m also a master’s student in psychology, dog-hugging addict, and persistently sub-par language learner.
No matter where I’m at, I’m always in search of delicious vegetarian dishes, cultural insights, and the next beautiful adventure.
Join me as I explore expat life and international travel – through all the joy and journey!

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  • The Expat Life: Pros & Cons of Expat Living

    The Expat Life: Pros & Cons of Expat Living

  • What I Didn’t Expect in Puebla, Mexico

    What I Didn’t Expect in Puebla, Mexico

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    9 Brutally Honest Reality Checks Before Moving to South America

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    I LOVE My Neighborhood: Polanco (You Won’t Expect This!)

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    Mexico Expat Annoyances

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