I created the “Travellers’ Tales” section to give other travellers an opportunity to talk about their travels. Today I would like to introduce you to Leigh, a travel blogger based in Chicago, USA. Visit her blog at Campfires & Concierges .
I would love to hear about your travels too. Go to “Travellers’ Tales” , fill in the quick questionnaire and email it to me with your blog links.
My name is Leigh, I am a marketing manager for an IT company in Chicago, and a travel blogger in my “spare time.” I have been traveling since I was young, and my favorite trips are outdoor adventures followed up by a fancy hotel & spa.
When I was 7, my grandparents took me to Colorado. It was my first trip away from my parents and I’ve been in love with the Rocky Mountains ever since!
Elephant Nature Park - sanctuary and rescue centre
I spent Christmas and New Year’s on a kayak camping trip in Baja, Mexico.
We camped on a remote island for 4 nights and went hiking and snorkelling every day. Plus the food was amazing!
I spent my 40th birthday on an 11-day whitewater rafting trip in the Grand Canyon. It was something I had dreamt of for years. The scenery, adrenaline-boosting rapids, and lack of any outside communication were my favorite parts!
Mexico – I love the food, the culture, the people and still have many destinations within Mexico to visit.
Take a shot at using Spanish, even if it’s just a little bit!
I mostly do solo travel, but whenever it makes sense, I bring my Airedale Terrier, Bailey along!
A book or my Kindle
Don’t overthink anything! If you do, you will talk yourself out of it.
Africa – I think the only reason I haven’t visited yet is that I want to “go big”.
I haven’t had too many, but I thought it would be fun to take an overnight train in Thailand. Not long after departure, a roach was scurrying around in my cabin. (I have pretty big bug phobias) So, I didn’t get much sleep that night.
Thank you, Leigh , for sharing your fascinating travels with us!
I would love to hear about your travels too. Go to “Travellers’ Tales”, fill in the quick questionnaire and email it to me with your blog links.
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Sara Essop is a travel blogger and writer based in South Africa. She writes about family travel and experiences around the world. Although she has been to 50 countries thus far, she especially loves showcasing her beautiful country and is a certified South Africa Specialist.
