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Vanessa Chiasson

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Vanessa Chiasson is an award-winning writer specializing in travel, food and drink, lifestyle, and current events. Her bylines include USA Today, Canadian Traveller, Ontario Tourism, The Globe and Mail, and more. Her blog, TurnipseedTravel, focuses on cozy, affordable travel adventures and was named one of the 100 most influential travel blogs in the world by the White House in 2014.

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Villarrica Volcano in Chile.
Adventure7 Famous Volcanoes That You Can Visit
Nova ScotiaEating Local In Nova Scotia: 10 Fabulous Foods To Try
Hernelen cliff in Nordfjord, Norway.
NorwayThis Gorgeous Norwegian Hidden Gem Is Home To The Highest Sea Cliff In Europe
Mer Bleue Bog in Ottawa, Canada.
OttawaCanada’s Most Unique Ecosystem Is A Rare Attraction In This Capital City
AfricaVictoria Falls, Zimbabwe Vs. Livingstone, Zambia: 5 Key Differences
Stack of mail.
Travel TipsHow To Get Your Mail When Traveling Overseas
Lava Tree Park In Big Island, Hawaii
Hawaii (The Big Island)How To Experience The Only Lava Tree Forest In The World
Royal Botanic Garden in Sydney.
Sydney9 Tips For Experiencing Sydney On A Budget
Seats at a laundromat.
Travel TipsHow To Do Laundry While Traveling
Monastery in Quebec City, Canada.
Quebec CityThis 400-Year-Old Quebec Hospital Is Now A Gorgeous Wellness Retreat
On smartphone in Paris.
Travel Tips7 Of The Best Language Apps For Travelers
Cheticamp, Nova Scotia, Canada.
Nova Scotia8 Quaint Towns To Visit In Nova Scotia