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martinis2miles

Former Florida girl now Nashville based Travel Blogger, Vacation Planner, Sugar Addict, Animal Lover, and Beach Bum. Definite Flight Risk.

Wait for it! At the end I show my incredible balan

Wait for it! At the end I show my incredible balancing technique in getting this shot!

We were so lucky to be in the right place at the right time in Yala National Park and see the most beautiful leopard, Lucas.

He looked right up at me a couple feet away as I was filming this. Just incredible grace and beauty.
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Waking up in the mountain jungles of Ella was incr

Waking up in the mountain jungles of Ella was incredible. If I could do one thing differently about my trip to Sri Lanka it would be to spend more time here. ⁣
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That incredible moment we were approached by a cur

That incredible moment we were approached by a curious wild bull elephant in Sri Lanka. Just the most magical experience. Maybe we smelled like bananas..

We stayed at @wildcoastlodge and used their expert guides for this adventure. This was truly one of the most incredible hotels anywhere in the world and my favorite in Sri Lanka. ⁣
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The beautiful Lake Castlereagh and tea fields at t

The beautiful Lake Castlereagh and tea fields at the Dunkeld Tea Estate and @ceylonteatrails high in the mountains of Sri Lanka. Some of the world’s finest tea is grown right here on this estate. We stayed in a restored home of the owner, enjoying the beautiful scenery. Oh! And we made friends with a crow- ha!
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Currently it’s 9 degrees in Nashville and we’v

Currently it’s 9 degrees in Nashville and we’ve basically been snowed in. Did I mention I hate snow and winter? Thinking back to having my morning coffee in the jungle. I could stand on the infinity pool and listening to the birds and animals start their day as the sun rose over the mountains. One thing I would definitely do differently on my next trip to Sri Lanka is spend more time at @98acresresort
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I realized I haven’t posted many photos or video

I realized I haven’t posted many photos or videos from Sri Lanka which isn’t fair because it was amazing! This is the south coast of Sri Lanka, at @capeweligama

It’s an area known for beautiful beaches, surfing, whale watching, and amazing food.

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The most incredible hotel entrance anywhere. 💥

The most incredible hotel entrance anywhere.
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We helicoptered in to @wildcoastlodge in Sri Lanka’s Yala National Park. Wild Coast was definitely the perfect name for it. Occasionally, they even have elephants roaming the beach here. ⁣
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#travelgirlsgo #womenwhoexplore #sheisnotlost #globelletravels #darlingescapes #travelawesome #luxurytravel #exploremore #discoverearth #roamtheplanet #wonderful_places #bestplacestogo #passionpassport #globetrotter #natgeotravel #beautifuldestinations #neverstopexploring #ourplanetdaily #wonderfulplaces #beautifulhotels #srilanka🇱🇰 #visitsrilanka #unawatuna #wildlifephotography #yalanationalpark #srilankatravel #travelsrilanka #exploresrilanka #sosrilanka #srilanka

In my @dollyparton era… Throw back from when @t

In my @dollyparton era… Throw back from when @teetmcgeet came to visit in Nashville and we came to pay tribute. ⁣
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I traveled to Iceland in 2019. When I arrived it w

I traveled to Iceland in 2019. When I arrived it was somewhere I just knew I would return. I loved everything about the country- from trying to surf on a piece of ice to swimming in the hot springs. People in parts of Iceland I visited are under a mandatory evacuation, waiting to see if they will lose everything. Thoughts and prayers that everyone will make it through. Iceland- I will be back- until we meet again…. ⁣
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#traveldeeper #speechlessplaces #darlingescapes #prettylittletrips #postcardsfromtheworld #passionpassport #planespotting #womenwhotravel #lostiniceland #unlimitediceland #northernlights #icelandtravelguide #roamtheplanet #reykjavik #wheniniceland #exploreiceland #thingvellir #iceland🇮🇸 #skogafoss #visiticeland🇮🇸 #visiticeland #guidetoiceland #icelandtravel #bluelagooniceland #silicahotel

Ever walk around a major city and look at the skys

Ever walk around a major city and look at the skyscrapers or tall buildings are just underwhelmed?

Cuba has some amazing architecture, and beautiful historic buildings. I loved looking at the theater!

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*New Blog Post Alert* New blog post up on the site

*New Blog Post Alert*
New blog post up on the site with my tips for visiting Havana, Cuba. Have you always wanted to go but maybe don’t know the rules? It’s super easy and now is a great time to go!

Cuba is known for its amazing classic cars- this is a must do in Havana! ⁣
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#damestravel #darlingescapes #girlswhotravel #globelletravels #havanacuba #havanatwist #havanese #journeysofgirls #lahabanacuba #longboarddancing #malecon #sheisnotlost #shetravels #shewhowanders #classiccars #speechlessplaces #stayandwander #travelcuba #travelgirl #travelgirlsgo #travellife #traveltheworld #womenwhoexplore #womenwhotravel #classiccarspotting #cubatravel

This Shark Week I want to remind everyone that Sha

This Shark Week I want to remind everyone that Shark are not monsters. They are not indiscriminate killers. They are beautiful apex predators who deserve to live. The waters are not “shark-infested”- that’s their home. They are curious and respectful creatures who are killed by the tens of millions every year. Save sharks. ⁣
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I admit it. I can’t resist a swing. Add in a pre

I admit it. I can’t resist a swing. Add in a pretty beach, palm trees, the sun and ocean waves and you have my ideal spot.

Find this spot at the Dream Cabana Hotel on south coast of Sri Lanka. There’s even a friendly dog that hangs out.

Just an FYI I didn’t stick the landing and ended up in the drink. Am I sorry? Not a bit. Just maybe bring a towel. ⁣
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#colombo #darlingescapes #foodblogger #girlswhotravel #globelletravels #lifewelltravelled #mytinyatlas #prettylittletrips #shetravels #speechlessplaces #srilanka #srilankalife #srilanka🇱🇰 #stayandwander #stylish #tea #tlpicks #trading #travelawesome #travelgirl #travelgirlsgo #traveller #traveltheworld #vision #sheisnotlost #wakacje #weddingplanner #wildlife #womenwhotravel #world

Sri Lanka is 50 shades of green. I have never seen

Sri Lanka is 50 shades of green. I have never seen so much green everywhere.

This train to Ella is consistently ranked one of the most beautiful in the world (and the cheapest). It’s only a couple of dollars.

Pro tip: Get 2nd class reserved- not 1st class. This may be the only time you hear that advice from me 😂, but in this case the windows don’t open in 1st class bc of the air conditioning. We bought second class to have the open windows and the breeze. Don’t worry- it wasn’t too hot. There was lots of shade and cool mountain air- it was perfect.

Make sure your phone/camera has a full battery! There are bathrooms on board! Bring snacks or sometimes people come on at stops at sell them. ⁣
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Have you ever ridden a train where you can hang ou

Have you ever ridden a train where you can hang out the doors and the windows and watch the world go by? What an awesome experience taking the train to Ella, Sri Lanka. This train ride is often counted as one of the most beautiful in the world. ⁣
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You can probably still hear the faint echos of my

You can probably still hear the faint echos of my delighted squeals of “wweeeee” echoing through the mountains. Just remember- you’re never too old to swing. 😉 ⁣
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We set off to find the nine arches bridge aka my o

We set off to find the nine arches bridge aka my office computer background. One early morning tuk tuk to a hidden staircase into the jungle to a worn path along the railroad tracks, that opened into a clearing in the forest and we were there! ⁣
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Waking up in the mountains of Sri Lanka at @98acre

Waking up in the mountains of Sri Lanka at @98acresresort was incredible. Sitting outside watching the jungle wake up and listening to the calls was my favorite. ⁣
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I swear I caught one THIS BIG ! 😂😂 Traditio

I swear I caught one THIS BIG ! 😂😂

Traditional Sri Lankan stick fishing with the locals. They go out every morning and this was a traditional method of earning a living as a fisherman. ⁣
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