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Emily Henkel

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We're Chasing Waterfalls Around Matagalpa, Nicaragua

Posted by Emily Henkel on 8/31/22 8:15 AM

We are spilling all the secrets about these truly hidden cascades, complete with cave camping, zip lining, and more. 

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Topics: Central America

You Need This Handy Costa Rica Vacation Planner

Posted by Emily Henkel on 8/23/22 9:45 AM

Know if the best beaches are really that close to the thundering waterfalls you want to hike to.

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Topics: Central America

Why We Love La Rejoya Waterfall (+ A Guide To This Dominican Adventure)

Posted by Emily Henkel on 8/20/22 7:15 AM

Photo @carlostorresrd

The blue cascades of La Rejoya Waterfall are an easy day trip if you find yourself in Puerto Plata or Cabarete! 

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Topics: Caribbean

The Info You Have To Have Before Planning A Trip To Peru

Posted by Emily Henkel on 8/1/22 6:30 AM

Want to hike Machu Picchu during your ILP semester? There are some things you need to know before you even start planning.

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Topics: Central America

German Towns, Lush Mountains, + Waterfalls In Matagalpa, Nicaragua

Posted by Emily Henkel on 7/26/22 6:30 AM



Welcome to Matagalpa, a place full of secret waterfalls, rafting adventures, and green hillsides dotted with coffee plantains. In a country that’s under the radar, we just love a place that’s even more off the beaten path.

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Topics: Central America

The Dominican Republic Waterfall You've Been Missing — Salto de Socoa!

Posted by Emily Henkel on 7/17/22 4:09 PM

These tumbling blue falls are just a taxi ride away from Santo Domingo (and are just as pretty as they look in the pictures). 

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Topics: Caribbean

The Best Weekend Trips In Mexico

Posted by Emily Henkel on 7/11/22 8:15 AM

Mexico's biggest secret? It's our #1 pick for a country where you can do a ton of traveling on the weekends for way less than you think. 

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Topics: Central America

Find Our Fav Waterfall Hike Right By Phitsanulok, Thailand

Posted by Emily Henkel on 7/2/22 11:23 AM

Spend a day (or weekend!) hiking to thundering waterfalls and soaking in the sites at this national park — these pictures are going to convince you to come, ASAP! 

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Topics: Asia

Find Castles And Palaces Galore In Sintra, Portugal

Posted by Emily Henkel on 6/29/22 11:44 AM

You'll want more than a day to soak up just the highlights found in this colorfully charming Portuguese city.

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Topics: Europe

We Found The Most Unreal Ecolodge In The Jungles Of Nicaragua

Posted by Emily Henkel on 6/25/22 11:35 AM

Stay in a bungalow, with jungle views, a waterfall, and more just outside of your window. 

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Topics: Central America

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We are ILP, a Utah-based non-profit org that has service abroad opportunities for college-age volunteers. We love travel so we're sharing all our tips for making the most of your time living abroad + seeing the world, and how to do it all on the tiniest budget.

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