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Author: Samta Varia

Packing Hacks, Travel Lessons2 Comments

Do You Really Need Water Shoes?

June 25, 2017May 10, 2025 Samta Varia

I originally published this article in mid 2017. Now it’s almost the middle of 2025 and so many travels later, the bottom line is yes! Buying water shoes and good water shoes has been totally, 100% worth it. I have … Continue reading Do You Really Need Water Shoes?

Central America2 Comments

Visiting La Fortuna Waterfall, Costa Rica

June 18, 2017 Samta Varia

La Fortuna Waterfall (aka Catarata Fortuna) is one of the most visited waterfalls in Costa Rica. It’s about 75m (~246 feet) and sits at the base of the dormant Chato volcano. When I was researching this, the posts made it … Continue reading Visiting La Fortuna Waterfall, Costa Rica

South America1 Comment

Worth it to Visit the Brasil AND Argentinian sides of Iguacu Falls?

June 18, 2017June 19, 2017 Samta Varia

The answer is a resounding yes! As with many major waterfalls that are on the border of two counties, there’s a side with better views and … Continue reading Worth it to Visit the Brasil AND Argentinian sides of Iguacu Falls?

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Whale Watching, Moss Landing, California

June 18, 2017September 19, 2019 Samta Varia

Moss Landing, is a haven for seeing humpback whales. It’s in the Monterey Canyon, the largest and deepest canyon off the Pacific Coast. To give you … Continue reading Whale Watching, Moss Landing, California

Africa, DSLR Hacks, Travel Lessons3 Comments

Water Damage is Real: Death of a DSLR

June 18, 2017January 15, 2018 Samta Varia

I’m chasing the Earth’s waterfalls so I was ecstatic to visit the mighty Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwe-Zambia border, last year. I underestimated the power of the spray at the falls and made a few mistakes: I didn’t have a … Continue reading Water Damage is Real: Death of a DSLR

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The 4 Most Important Things I’ve Learned from Traveling Solo

June 18, 2017September 14, 2019 Samta Varia

I got my first taste of travel when my parents basically forced me onto a plane to study abroad for a year in Australia. It was my senior year of undergrad, I wanted to spend it with my friends. But fate … Continue reading The 4 Most Important Things I’ve Learned from Traveling Solo

North America1 Comment
a wave in the Pacific Ocean at Lands End crashing into a rock at Mile Rock Beach in San Francisco, California

Hiking Lands End, San Francisco, California

June 18, 2017 Samta Varia

Since it’s a beautiful day AND we woke up early, my husband I decided to hike Lands End today, in San Francisco, California. Conveniently (and amazingly) located in the city, visiting this gem is a refreshing way to start a … Continue reading Hiking Lands End, San Francisco, California

Africa1 Comment
Ilala Lodge vegetarian dish

Vegetarian in Victoria Falls: Best Restaurants

June 7, 2017June 11, 2017 Samta Varia

Best restaurants for vegetarians in Victoria Falls Continue reading Vegetarian in Victoria Falls: Best Restaurants

Africa1 Comment

How to Choose a Safari Lodge: Rubric

June 4, 2017June 18, 2017 Samta Varia

Rubric for comparing Safari lodges and camps. Continue reading How to Choose a Safari Lodge: Rubric

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