Hiking Trails -The 5 Best Hiking Trails in Los Angeles
November 7, 2022
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Last Updated on April 10, 2026 by AMANDA CASTILLO 5 Best Hiking Trails in LA What a better way to get acquainted with Los
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Travel isnt just about where you go- its about how you arrive. Here you’ll find honest, practical tips rooted in slow travel, intentional living and the kind of wandering that actually changes you.
Whether your planning your first solo trip abroad or figuring out how to stay longer in a place you love, these are the lessons I’ve gather from years of traveling, living, and teaching across Italy, Bali and beyond.
Visiting Split: The Best Things To Do In Split
November 3, 2022
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Last Updated on January 10, 2024 by AMANDA CASTILLO Best Things to do in Split in 4 days After doing a lot of research,
Visiting Croatia: The Best Guide and Travel Tips
August 3, 2022
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Last Updated on February 19, 2024 by AMANDA CASTILLO The Best Croatia Trip What an amazing way to start the summer than in this
Planning a Trip Around Your Period
July 7, 2022
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Last Updated on February 19, 2024 by AMANDA CASTILLO Planning a Trip around your Period The Cosmo girl in me had to write this
What NOT To Plan for Your Trip
June 22, 2022
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Last Updated on February 19, 2024 by AMANDA CASTILLO You don’t need to have a plan for everyday! Yes, you want to have options
How to Plan the Perfect Trip
June 22, 2022
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Last Updated on February 19, 2024 by AMANDA CASTILLO How to plan the perfect Trip is soooo key when thinking of going some where.
Mistakes not to make in Greece
June 18, 2022
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Last Updated on February 19, 2024 by AMANDA CASTILLO These aren’t really fails as much as they are adjustments I would like to make
The Best Greece Itinerary Santorini & Crete
June 18, 2022
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Last Updated on February 19, 2024 by AMANDA CASTILLO Santorini and Crete! The best itinerary and details of a magical adventure! Visiting Greece was
How to Stretch In Flight
May 25, 2022
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Last Updated on May 24, 2026 by AMANDA CASTILLO Stretching in Flight If you’re like me and most people, sitting for long hours at
The Ultimate Carry On Essentials Long Haul
May 25, 2022
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Last Updated on May 8, 2024 by AMANDA CASTILLO Long Haul Carry On Essentials… What to know, bring and how to prepare! Call me
5 Best Brunch Spots in LA
May 23, 2022
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Last Updated on April 10, 2026 by AMANDA CASTILLO The Best Brunch Spots, Ranked With no shortages of brunch spots in LA I have
Amanda Castillo
Hi! I'm Amanda. The soul behind The Wondering Lotus. I'm a yoga teacher, expat and intentional traveler weaving together slow travel, restorative wellness, and the beauty of living life on your own terms.