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At Grownup Travels, we believe in the kind of travel where you bring home stories, not souvenirs. We look for adventures with rough edges but soft landings, accommodations that are unique or boutique, and the kind of cultural experiences that make your travels more memorable. Read some of our latest articles below, scroll down to browse a destination that interests you, or visit our photo galleries that are sure to fuel your wanderlust.
Experiencing the American Civil War ‘in the Field’ in Northern Virginia
It was a battle that everyone thought would be over before it began, yet it would mark the beginning of a 4-year-long bloody conflict that would rip a country apart before stitching it back together, and destroy once and for all any naively romantic notion of the...
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14-day West Coast of Canada Road Trip in British Columbia
The West Coast of Canada in British Columbia is a big, beautiful, sometimes remote and untamed place. Which also makes it one of the best Canadian road trips you can ever take. But trying to plan an itinerary to see a good chunk of it can be daunting. Where do you go...
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Navigating the Sunshine Coast with BC Ferries: Getting There is Half the Fun
With mountains as a backdrop and a dramatic shoreline that runs the length of British Columbia, Canada's West Coast is one of the most beautiful regions in the country – and possibly the world. With more than 40,000 offshore islands and hard-to-reach peninsulas...
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About Jane
Jane Canapini spent more than 20 years as a creative director in advertising, hoarding every vacation day in order to pursue her travel passion. Now she applies her keen eye for imagery and love of storytelling as editor of Grownup Travels. Read more