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  • 30 photos to inspire you to visit Greenland
    17 March

    Sharing is caring! “Death or the west coast of Greenland,” the indomitable polar explorer Fridtjof Nansen once said, and it could have been the motto of his 1888 expedition, the first crossing of interior Greenland. He later would call it the “scheme of a lunatic,” which I feel could be applied to most polar expeditions […]

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  • Perfect Supplements Leap Day Sale – 39% off on 2/29 ONLY! – The Planking Traveler
    29 February

    I’m an affiliate of Perfect Supplements and will receive a commission at no cost to you if you make a purchase through my link. Your support directly blesses my family, so if you choose to use my code or link, I’m incredibly grateful! Want to stock up on your favorite Perfect Supplement products? Leap Day […]

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  • Fishing boat on a quiet beach in Ithaca Island, Greece
    1 February

    Sure, we’ve all heard of Santorini, Mykonos, or Crete, but Greece is home to so many other beautiful islands which are often overlooked because of their bigger and more famous neighbors. I didn’t know much about Ithaca before our trip to the Ionian Islands, in Greece. The only thing that resonated with me was its […]

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  • Your Pet-Friendly Virginia Mountain Cabin Awaits – The Planking Traveler
    20 January

    Nestled amongst the whispering pines and peaceful creekside scenery, Creekberry beckons you with the promise of a rejuvenating escape. This fully remodeled mountain cabin in Saltville, Virginia, is more than just a vacation rental; it’s a gateway to adventure, history, and plenty of comfort. Whether you’re looking to spend time in the great outdoors with your […]

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  • 10 Tips to Simplify Your Vacation (and Save Money!) – The Planking Traveler
    2 January

    This post contains affiliate links and I will receive a small commission at no charge to you if you purchase through my link. I only share products that I have personally used and vetted. Book Tickets in Advance: Ensure you pre-book any museum tickets or tours to avoid missing out on popular attractions. We learned the hard way […]

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  • visit iceland by sea
    14 December

    Sharing is caring! It was exactly ten years since my first visit to Iceland when I returned last summer with Adventure Canada. And let me tell you, it couldn’t be more different. To visit Iceland by sea is an extraordinary and unique way to travel here. Iceland was only beginning to boom on the tourism […]

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  • grimsey
    10 December

    Sharing is caring! I never thought I’d say this, but I found a bird I hate.  It was a moody, beautiful day when we landed on Grímsey on our Iceland Circumnavigation expedition trip. A little island 40 kilometers north of Iceland, the only part of Iceland that sits within the Arctic Circle at 66° North. […]

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  • Postcards from icy Baffin Bay
    6 December

    Sharing is caring! When I imagine the Arctic the first thing to spring to mind is the ice. A sea of ice.  Life in the far north revolves around the sea ice in every single way. In fact, in Inuktitut and other Inuit dialects all across the Arctic, there are usually at least 100 words […]

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  • surprising things Faroe Islands
    4 December

    Sharing is caring! I have this quirky thing about me that sometimes I intentionally don’t research too much into places I’m visiting for the first time. Sometimes, I’ll do light research or planning, but I love surprises. This started with my work in photography. I tried really hard to develop my eye and style of […]

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  • Your Gateway to Affordable Travel (even as a Civilian) – The Planking Traveler
    2 December

    As an active, retired, or veteran military member, it’s time for some well-deserved rest and relaxation as a reward for serving your country. The Armed Forces Vacation Club (AFVC) is a free travel club that offers exclusive discounts on resorts, hotels, and more to military members and their families. My family has enjoyed several vacations […]

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