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Author: Alison Karlene

Hello! My name is Alison. I have a serious case of the travel bug. I write for Canadian Traveller and Explore, but this travel blog is for my personal adventures.
February 2, 2020 Alison Karlene

3 of my favourite coffee shops in Vancouver, BC

January 1, 2020December 21, 2019 Alison Karlene

Winter in Vancouver: Bright Lights for Dark Nights

December 8, 2019 Alison Karlene

3 Cute, Kinda Christmas-y, Fun Winter Activities to do in Seattle, Washington

November 16, 2019November 14, 2019 Alison Karlene

Your girl is a YouTube STAR

September 21, 2019September 20, 2019 Alison Karlene

The Best Girls Weekend Trip to the Sunshine Coast

August 10, 2019August 21, 2019 Alison Karlene

How to Plan the Perfect Weekend in Kelowna, British Columbia

July 28, 2019July 25, 2019 Alison Karlene

My First Experience Abroad: Travelling to Europe as an 11-year-old

June 30, 2019June 4, 2019 Alison Karlene

How to Travel Ireland by Rail and Bus

May 3, 2019 Alison Karlene

Summer Reading List: 6 Books that will take you on a journey

April 4, 2019 Alison Karlene

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Alison Karlene

Alison Karlene

Hello! My name is Alison. I have a serious case of the travel bug. I write for Canadian Traveller and Explore, but this travel blog is for my personal adventures.

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Excuse me, is this Canada in FEBRUARY? 😍 #whereisthesnow #canadianwinter #beautifulbc
Never in a million years ⏳ . I’m a planner. I have 5-year goals and an idea of where I’d like to be when I’m 40. I have clear hopes for my future; even if I’m not exactly sure how I’ll get there. . And yet. When I was 19 and first visited this city; when I was 21 and first lounged on this beach – I never would’ve imagined I’d be living right around the corner. Never in a million years. . Planning helps me accomplish things, but it also stresses me out. I feel like I don’t have enough time to go everywhere and see everything and do all the things I want to. But hey, I never planned to be living on Beach Ave in Vancouver, and here I am. . Things don’t go according to plan. And that’s okay. It’s your attitude to what you have right now that matters. . Me? I’m happy here🌻
Solved a murder mystery as a 1920s jazz singer last weekend, wbu? 🎶🎙🖤
What do you think: Are you still a nomad if you settle down? 🌎 . I got real personal in my latest article, “When Wanderers Grow Roots,” for @wearearchive (the best print-only magazine in Alberta 🇨🇦) . I’ve been writing travel stories for Archive since it began. It’s an amazing outlet for me to be reflective, honest and curious 🧩 . If you haven’t yet, I encourage you to subscribe (gotta have at least ONE traditional media you support, amiright?). If you’ve read it, I’d love to hear your thoughts below! 🏡 . . . . . . . #albertamagazines #writersofinstagram #albertawriters #canadianartist #supportlocal #settlingdown #nomadic #travelwriter #grandeprairie #grandeprairieab #exploretheworld #magazine
Art or insensitive? 🤔 . This controversial chandelier hangs just down the street from my apartment, beneath the Granville Bridge. Critics have berated the $4.8 million privately funded piece for being insensitive to the transient population that lingers in this area. They question why the money wasn’t put towards food or shelter. Others claim public art should be enjoyed by all, and that private funds can support any project they wish. . What do you think? Is it gaudy or great? . . . . #spinningchandelier #beachave #vancouverbc #vancouverchandelier #travelwriter #artornot
You might not even know I have a blog, so here it is! . I typically write one post per month. These are short or poetic or creative travel-related pieces that are completely unsponsored and not at all monetised. . My blog is my place for blunt honesty. I share tips about travels, stories I can’t place in other publications and experiences I hope will be of value to travellers, like where to get the best joe in Vancouver. . If you follow along, I promise not to spam you! You’ll only get an email once per month with my latest blog post. . Following might be a small action for you, but it means a lot to me. I really appreciate anyone who reads any words I write! . Today’s blog: 3 of my favourite coffee shops in the Lower Mainland ☕️ LINK IN BIO @alison_abroad 😌

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