Hi! I'm Elyssa Mountain – come fulfill all of your wanderlust desires as I share my inspirational experiences, stunning photos, and helpful tips from around the globe
There are two tiny words that haunt the dreams of travelers. Six small letters that can damper the mood of even the most enthusiastic trip planners. Those dreaded two words: jet lag. If you’re like me, you want to plan out every detail from the moment you disembark. You’ve got that dream trip coming up- […]
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So, you’re planning a trip to Cusco, Peru. You’re probably ultimately heading to Machu Picchu – am I right?? If not, you should add it to you itinerary. Seeing Machu Picchu was one of the best experiences of my life. But before that happened, I traveled a long way to get there! We ended up […]
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Lima is known to be a city with some of the best cuisine in the world. When you travel there, make sure to get a taste of all the city and its many wonderful restaurants have to offer. Here are the top 5 things to try when you are visiting Lima: 1. Lucuma Ice Cream […]
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My trip to South America was stressful to plan, mostly because there was just too much to do in what seemed like not enough time! My travel buddy for this adventure is a teacher, so we only had one week (her school’s spring break) to make this trip a reality. For this reason, we only […]
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Welcome travelers! Where are you migrating to next? If you have never traveled before… internationally, solo, or even across state lines, it can be a daunting subject to think about. The world is wide and the possibilities are endless… so where should you go on a first-time trip? These are my top 5 destinations for […]
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One of the biggest obstacles people encounter when planning their travels is figuring out who they should go with. It can be tricky to plan out trips, especially long-term travels, with others. Schedules don’t align, budgets differ, or dream destinations are vastly different. For these reasons and many more, a lot of people find themselves with many […]
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As we travel, we get to experience many different cultures – and with that, many different religions as well. I travel the world from the point of view of a Christian, but every time an opportunity arises to learn about a different spiritual path, I take it gladly. Understanding the religion of a region is […]
Read MoreThe City of Love (or as some call it, the City of Bread) has a lot to offer – but not everything is delicious croissants and romantic serenades. Like a lot of large and popular international cities, Paris has its share of scams and cons. The best way to avoid falling pray to one of […]
Read MoreAhhh, the City of Love. Many people think of Europe and at the top of their list is one if its most popular – and most magical – cities: Paris. I have been to this amazing city a couple of times, and each time brings a sense of fashion, sophistication, romance, and gastronomy. There are […]
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Studying abroad can be like a roller coaster ride – some days are the best of your life and other days can feel like some of the worst. Your senses are heightened, and it can be a lot more to take in when you are so far from home. But what do these “ups and […]
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Mountain Migrations 