August 2021 – Jessica Lippe

It’s been awhile since I last posted a personal blog update… Nearly a year! Yet despite a global pandemic, that didn’t crush my adventurous spirit. It just changed some things about my life… a lot!

I wanted to update everyone who lands here on what I’ve gotten to do over the past year. At the end, YOU will get to decide which of my adventures I’ll blog about next!

KCMO

About one year and one week ago, I moved to the Kansas City area after a short stint in Colorado Springs. I ended up spending four months working at a camp on the Missouri side, using my days off to explore downtown KC and take day trips to the Ozarks, Silver Dollar City, and Marceline (the boyhood home of Walt Disney).

South Road Trip

Exactly one year ago, I was planning a work-sponsored trip that was completely unrelated to work, other than the fact that I would be road tripping with two of my coworkers. But since we were going on our workplace’s dime, we drove down to Joplin to see a waterfall, and then saw some real waterfalls crossing into Arkansas. From there, we saw the original Walmart, camped at Beaver Lake, drove by the Duggar’s big house (and they drove by us in their van!), visited Cathedral of the Ozarks, then drove into Oklahoma where we stayed at an amusement-park-turned-summer-camp and visited The Gathering Place in Tulsa.

More Road Trips

I left Kansas City due to a job offer in San Diego. I split that move into two road trips: First a Christmas road trip along Route 66, into Texas and New Mexico for the first time, where I spray painted in freezing weather at Cadillac Ranch, saw the Grand Canyon, and experienced all that Vegas had to offer even in a pandemic. I spent a few weeks for Christmas with my parents in Oregon, then drove down the coast to the great San Diego area.

Surrounding San Diego

Since then, I’ve been exploring America’s finest city… and beyond. Besides hiking trips outside the urban area and day trips to places like the Padres game, Old Town, Seaworld, and the beaches, I’ve gone further with an overnight trip to California Adventure, hiking in San Clemente, camping in the desert, and even solo tripping to Mexico a few times!

The Why and How Behind this Travel

Although I’ve been working at the same place since January, my job has changed since then. I’m working at a conference center and am now long-term instead of my original temporary plans. As program manager, summer camps were extra hectic, and now I’m looking forward to a season of administering the outdoor science school, among other responsibilities.

Now that you’ve read all this, what do you want to hear more about? Do you want to learn how a single woman can feel safe crossing the southern border alone? Or how Disney’s home in Missouri relates to his legacy resort in California? You could be wondering why a non-fangirl visits so many celebrity homes. Maybe you need a bucket list for a city you’re visiting… would that be for Colorado Springs, Kansas City, or San Diego?

What will my next post be? Tell me in the comments!

Located between Florida and Cuba, the Bahamas is undoubtedly one of the best island places to visit. The beautiful island nation offers everything from pristine beaches and interesting wildlife to delicious local cuisine and a strong history. When you’re thinking of where to go on your next trip, the Bahamas could definitely be a contender. The archipelago has around 700 islands with some incredible coral reefs, and its locals are known to be friendly and welcoming. There are so many options if you’re looking for things to do, and with tourism season running from around December to April, it’s also perfect if you want to escape the cold further north.

See the Marine Life

If you’re visiting a country made up of hundreds of islands, you can’t leave without checking out what the ocean has to offer. Like any island nation, the sea plays an important part in life in the Bahamas. If you want to enjoy the beautiful waters, going swimming or snorkeling is the perfect way to do it. You can even take a trip with a miniature submarine that allows you to see all of the marine wildlife and keep breathing underwater.

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Relax on the Beaches

Even if you don’t get into the water, sitting by the shore can be a worthwhile way to spend your time in the Bahamas too. The pristine beaches are fantastic if you’re looking for somewhere to relax. You might even love it so much that you’ll be looking into buying an Ocean Club Estates property so you can come back as often as you like. You can find plenty of beaches to try out, some of which are more popular than others. Consider some beach-adjacent activities too, from sports to eating.

Explore Some Fascinating History

You’re sure to find some interesting history during your time in the Bahamas. You can head straight for a museum to start taking it all in, or you can explore different locations on the islands that are full of rich history. From the forts at Nassau to Clifton Heritage Park, you can learn about everything from Bahamian people to the country’s colonial history. There are lots of ways to explore the history of the Bahamas and learn some fascinating things.

Shop in Vibrant Markets

For anyone who loves shopping, the Bahamas offers some colorful, exciting marketplaces. There’s the Nassau Straw Market, which is a great place to pick up some souvenirs from your trip. Or you might take a trip to the Port Lucaya Marketplace on Grand Bahama, where you can find not just more than 40 stores but also live entertainment, bars, and straw and craft markets.

Enjoy the Local Food

You can’t go to the Bahamas without trying the local cuisine. There are some great places to find authentic Bahamian food, including Arawak Cay in Nassau. A food tour is an excellent way of exploring what the country has to offer.

Make your trip to the Bahamas one that you’ll never forget by planning a varied stay with lots of activities.

Month: August 2021

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