Read This Next: November 2024

November brought some highs, a few lows, and one must-read book that I can’t stop recommending. Here’s my roundup of the best (and more average) reads from this month!

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Read This Next: October 2024

This October, I went all-in on haunted reads for spooky season, but not every book delivered the chills I hoped for! Here’s my roundup of spooky recommendations, from eerie thrillers to creepy gothic tales.

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Read This Next: September 2024

This month’s book lineup had me hooked from start to finish. From thrillers that kept me checking the locks to hilarious workplace dramas, here are my top reads for September 2024.

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6 Best Autumn Activities in Southern Germany

Discover the 6 best autumn activities in Southern Germany—from pumpkin festivals and cow parades to thermal spas and seasonal cuisine. Your ultimate fall guide awaits!

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First-Timer’s Guide to Oktoberfest

Traveling to Oktoberfest for the first time? This comprehensive guide delivers all you need to know—from history and outfits to etiquette and transit—for a memorable festival experience…

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Iceland Ring Road Days 5-8: South, Golden Circle and Reykjavik

Explore Southern Iceland, the Golden Circle, and Reykjavik with us! From puffins to Skógafoss to munching on volcano bread, this leg of the trip lived up to the hype.

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Iceland Ring Road Days 3-4: East and Southeast

In days three and four of our Iceland Ring Road adventure, explore Stuðlagil Canyon, Seydisfjordur, Diamond Beach, Jökulsárlón, Svartifoss, and Fjaðrárgljúfur. Discover the best routes and breathtaking landscapes in this post.

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Starting Iceland’s Ring Road: West and North

Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime 8-day journey around Iceland's Ring Road! Read more for tips on arrival, camper pick-up, and exploring the sites of West and North Iceland.

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Read This Next: April 2024

From an in-depth look at poverty to mastering YouTube, there’s something for everyone in the April book reviews. See which reads made the top of the list and why you should read them next.

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Best Summer Hikes Near Interlaken

Join us for a dog-friendly long weekend of hiking near Interlaken, Switzerland. Surrounded by stunning turquoise lakes and quaint alpine villages, this charming retreat was everything our family needed for a quick recharge in the mountains.

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February 2024 Reads

This year, I'm working harder than ever to follow the liberating reading philosophy: DNF (Did Not Finish) is not a sign of failure, but a badge of discernment. This month, in particular, I've quit many books that failed to captivate…

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January 2024 Reads

Maybe you rediscovered a love of reading recently, like I did a few years ago, or maybe you’re joining us today with the intention of reading more in 2024. Whatever your situation, I’m so glad you’re here and ready to talk books…

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Read More in 2024: 11 Simple Yet Effective Strategies

While I routinely share what I’ve been reading, I haven’t necessarily talked about how I read as many books as I do. The reason I can read so many books is because I’ve experimented with multiple habit strategies…

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24 for 2024 List

Since 2019, the bestie and I have dedicated one of our weekly walk and talks to discussing our yearly lists. I love sharing our goals and look forward to this call every year…

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UPDATE: 23 for 2023

Other than my annual year in review, these update posts have become a fan favorite, and I'm thrilled to share this journey with you once again…

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Everything I Made in 2023

For my fourth year in this hobby, I continued pushing my boundaries and embracing challenges. In this post, I invite you to join me as I unravel the skeins of the past year…

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