They say you aren't a true New Yorker until you've lived in the city for 10 years. Today, that time has finally come - and if you believe in lucky numbers or Numerology, it's …
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Travel.
A word that seemed more taboo the last 6 months than the usual “inspiring, fulfilling, and gratifying” adjectives used pre-2020. As a beauty traveler, both of my careers have been totally… (read more)
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Have only a few hours in Cleveland and looking for a quick IG-worthy tour of Downtown CLE? I’ve got you covered. Plus - its all within walking distance of each other (because who wants to move their car and pay for parking 4 times?).
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Hundreds (if not thousands) of “Packing Lists for Egypt” posts exist online, but they all say pretty much the same thing. Long skirts, underwear, sunscreen, good shoes, and a hat. But after my trip to Egypt, I created a supplemental list of the 10 all things to bring that you may not realize will be so important to your comfort level there. Let’s start…
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Packing for India can be a daunting task - and if you’re going there for a content trop, it’s even harder. Here, I guide you through not only what to pack to wear, but some pointers on making sure you’re super IG-prepared, too.
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As much as I have always loved a beach, I know that not everyone shares my sentiments. So what else is there to do in the Cote d’Azur than frolic in the Med? Well, as it turns out, plenty!
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Hong Kong holds a very special place in my heart. For my 10 year anniversary trip, I wanted it to be extra special. Here are some of my must-see and must-do’s in Hong Kong!
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Thanks to its chic beaches, laidback attitude, and best gorgonzola gnocchi I’ve EVER had, the Cote D’Azur is easily one of my favorite places on the planet. I spotted a crazy cheap biz class seat on a new airline I’ve been dying to try, so I jumped at the chance.
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Going on a cruise to the Mediterranean and thinking of visiting Cinque Terre? Be sure to read this first to be sure you get the most out of your time in this magical coastal region.
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Planning a quickie trip to the gem of the Adriatic Coast, Dubrovnik? Let me take you off the beaten path on a 2.5 day trip to see all the best spots including kayaking and a food tour!
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A major dream nearly 20 years in the making, I finally stayed in the iconic Burj al Arab: the sailboat-shaped, 7-star, most luxurious hotel in the world. Was it everything I dreamed it would be? It was more…
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Types of destinations I truly love are the more remote or unique places. I have always been a beach baby, and the allure of staying in an overwater bungalow was a dream I’d had all too often. Naturally, I’ve been obsessed with the Maldives for years!
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Here's how our “surprise vacation” to Iceland ended up in Santorini!
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Surprise trips are super exciting and can be stress-free, and companies like Pack Up + Go, Jubel, and Magical Mystery Tours are becoming increasingly popular. Read on to find out how to avoid making mistakes planning these type of holidays.
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How a total amateur can take pro-looking photos of the Northern Lights. Read on to find the how-to!
Why did I finally decide to create Julie Off Duty? I was getting ready to go on a 2-week European "mystery trip" and I wanted to share it with you! Thanks to that trip, Julie off Duty was finally born because it was just too cool not to share with all of you!
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