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Traveling Tanya’s Top 10 Travel Tips

After five years of traveling and blogging about my adventures, I have identified and tested out plenty of travel tips and tricks! Like life, traveling is a journey full of…

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November 15, 2023
Travel Destinations, U.S. Travel

Fall Hike at Shakamak State Park

I was inspired to take on each of the 12 hikes recommended by Only in Indiana in 2021, and I’m so glad I did! As I near the end of…

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November 24, 2021
Travel Destinations, U.S. Travel

In the Heart of Shipshewana: Morton House

I just love exploring small towns in the Midwest. Full of one-of-a-kind shops and eateries, each small town seems to have its own culture and unique form of hospitality. One…

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June 4, 2019
  • dollywood
    Travel Destinations,  U.S. Travel

    8 Things You Should Know about Dollywood

    admin / August 7, 2024

    I am a huge Dolly Parton fan, so Dollywood is my happy place! Located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, Dollywood is more than a typical theme park. Yes, there are plenty of thrilling rides.…

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  • elephants
    Africa,  Travel Destinations

    African Safari: A Photo Journey

    admin / July 10, 2024

    One bucket list item that should be on every travel lover’s list is an African Safari! I recently had the privilege of going on a mission trip in Kenya and received the added…

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    Travel Destinations

    Sipping and Savoring Cocktails: Fort Wayne Edition

    admin / June 9, 2024

    During my recent girls’ getaway to Fort Wayne, Indiana, cocktails were a highlight of our trip. So I figured these delightful beverages deserved an article all on their own! Fort Wayne has numerous…

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  • french lick springs
    Travel Destinations,  U.S. Travel

    10 Fun Things to Do in French Lick Indiana

    admin / June 2, 2024

    There is so much to do in the fabulous Midwest town of French Lick, Indiana! My mom and I recently enjoyed a two-day trip to French Lick and had a wonderful time taking…

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  • maasai people
    Africa,  Travel Destinations

    Kenya Mission Trip Itinerary: Part One

    admin / May 30, 2024

    A mission trip is a very unique form of travel. Mission trips can be challenging, mentally, physically, and spiritually. But they can also be extremely rewarding and transformative! While no two mission trips…

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  • pam and tanya at vera bradley outlet sale
    Travel Destinations,  U.S. Travel

    Girls Getaway Featuring Vera Bradley in Fort Wayne

    admin / May 20, 2024

    Indiana offers so many great places for a girls’ getaway, and my latest trip featured Vera Bradley in Fort Wayne! If you live in the Midwest and like to shop, you are likely…

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  • tanya and girls in kenya
    Africa,  Travel Destinations

    The Faces of Kenya

    admin / May 9, 2024

    Travel changes you. I never believed or experienced that sentiment more than during my recent mission trip to Kenya. I’m still processing all the ways I have been impacted by my first mission…

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  • Africa,  Travel Destinations

    Meet the Mission Team: Kenya 2024

    admin / April 9, 2024

    As I prepare to embark on my first mission trip, I am both excited and nervous about meeting people in Kenya. What will we have in common? Will the language barrier be too…

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  • suitcase
    Africa,  Travel Tips

    What to Pack for a Mission Trip to Kenya

    admin / March 31, 2024

    As I prepare for my first mission trip, I’ve put a lot of thought into what I will pack. For me, the anticipation of a trip is part of the fun, and that…

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  • big golf club
    Travel Destinations,  U.S. Travel

    Big Things, Small Town: Casey, Illinois

    admin / March 23, 2024

    I enjoy all kinds of travel, but exploring small towns is one of my favorite excursions! Casey, Illinois has been on my radar for quite some time, and I finally made my way…

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Traveling Tanya

Traveling Tanya

I’m Traveling Tanya!

I’m on a mission to inspire busy people to make travel a priority by sharing my vacation adventures and travel tips.

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