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Drone shot of the local island Omadhoo in the Maldives with a long sandbank and lots of palm trees

The 11 Best Things to Do in the Maldives

February 22, 2021 · In: Asia, Destinations, Maldives, Outdoor Adventures, Travel Guides, Travel Resources

The Maldives is not just a place to spend your days sunbathing on the soft sandy beaches. There is so much to do and explore amongst these islands that you’ll never get bored. Excursions are the best way to do…

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Over the water bungalows at sunset on Lily Beach Resort & Spa in the Maldives

The Maldives: How to Have an Affordable, Luxury Vacation in the Maldives

May 13, 2019 · In: Asia, Destinations, Itineraries, Maldives, Travel Guides, Travel Tips, Where to Stay

I’m fairly confident the Maldives is a destination on every traveler’s bucket list. With crystal clear waters and an abundance of sea life, visitors are drawn here to explore the underwater world. This tiny country, spread out over about 2,000…

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Hammock on Dhangethi beach in the Maldives at sunset

10 Unique Destinations to Visit Around the World

February 27, 2019 · In: Africa, Asia, Destinations, Egypt, Europe, Faroe Islands, Indonesia, Madagascar, Maldives, Morocco, Slovenia, Sri Lanka, Svalbard, Tanzania, Travel Guides

The beginning of every new year is the perfect time to start setting goals and organizing plans for the year ahead. Start ticking off the things you left unfinished from the previous year or maybe create completely new ones. Not…

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Drone shot of a large sandbank in the Maldives with a coral reef and shades of turquoise

Maldives on a Budget: How to Visit the Maldives on a Budget

December 9, 2017 · In: Animal Encounters, Maldives, Outdoor Adventures, Travel Guides

The Maldives is one of the top bucket list destinations in the world for many travelers. You may be dreaming of exploring the underwater world of the Maldives or sunbathing on soft, white sand beaches with views of endless turquoise…

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Snorkeling Adventures in the Maldives: Why We Spent Every Day in the Ocean

April 8, 2016 · In: Animal Encounters, Maldives, Outdoor Adventures

Experiencing the underwater world of the Maldives is truly spectacular and incredibly memorable. I can still close my eyes and picture the colorful fish popping in and out of the labyrinth of intricate coral reefs, wishing I was still in paradise. There…

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Welcome to This World Traveled! I'm Marisa, an avid traveler and ocean lover who loves to explore destinations around the world. While originally from Florida, I discovered my love for travel during the 6 years I was living abroad in Italy. So far, I've traveled to over 70 countries across 4 continents and I am always seeking out new adventures and locations to visit! I hope that through my blog I inspire you to get out and explore our beautiful world too!

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Had the best day out at the springs with @teresaan Had the best day out at the springs with @teresaannmoon! We spent the day snorkeling and canoeing with these beautiful creatures.

Manatee sightings are a common occurrence during the winter months in Florida and if you visit the crystal clear springs you’re bound to see a few!

Have you ever seen a manatee before?

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Sharing a little piece of home with you guys today Sharing a little piece of home with you guys today. I know I usually share photos from destinations far from home but I just love this photo that @teresaannmoon took the other morning at our local beach.

It’s not as often I head out for sunrise shoots these days but when I do I always feel rejuvenated and more connected to nature. So here’s to spending more mornings watching the sun come up in 2022. 

When was the last time you watched the sunrise?

📍Satellite Beach, Florida

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TRAVEL GUIDE FOR CANYONLANDS, UTAH 🏜 Canyonlan TRAVEL GUIDE FOR CANYONLANDS, UTAH 🏜

Canyonlands National Park is located in southeastern Utah nearby Moab and Arches National Park.

A visit to Canyonlands should not be missed if you are in the area as there is so much exploring that you can do. Most visitors discover all the highlights within the Island in the Sky, a flat-topped mesa with many breathtaking overlooks.

Top Places to Visit:
📍Mesa Arch
📍Dead Horse State Park
📍Shafer Canyon & Shafer Trail Overlook
📍Green River Overlook
📍Potash Ponds

Fees 🎟
* Free with America the Beautiful National Park Pass
* $30 for private vehicle
* $25 motorcycle
* $15 per person without a vehicle

Tips for Visiting ⛺️
* Pack snacks & water
* Download an offline map
* Wear proper shoes
* Use sunscreen & a hat
* Drones are not allowed within the national park
* Dogs are not allowed
* Best time to visit is during the spring or fall

📍Mesa Arch, Canyonlands, Utah

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PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS: MASTERING MANUAL SETTINGS The PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS: MASTERING MANUAL SETTINGS 

The second part of learning manual camera settings is aperture or f-stop. Head back to the last post to learn about shutter speed!

📷 Aperture

Aperture (f-stop) is basically the opening in a lens which allows light to enter the camera. 

Aperture controls the depth of field meaning that if you have a low aperture (wider opening) you’ll have more bokeh (a blurred background). A low aperture will also result in a brighter image since you are allowing more light to enter the camera. 

A low aperture is good for photos with a shallow depth of field, night photography and if you want to allow more light in. 

A high aperture (smaller opening) is perfect for landscape & architecture photography, action shots and for brighter days. This will allow both the foreground and background to be sharp and in focus. 

Remember This: Aperture is referred to as f-stop which will look something like this f/1.4, f/2.8, f/4, f/11 and so on. The thing to remember is that the smaller the number the larger the opening. Therefore f/2.8 is larger than f/4 or f/11. 

📍Ravens Nest, Maine

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PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS: MASTERING MANUAL SETTINGS One PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS: MASTERING MANUAL SETTINGS 

One of the most important ways that you can improve your photography skills is by using manual settings. While it may be daunting (and slightly confusing) at first learning manual settings will only get easier with practice! 

Over the next few posts I’ll share some easy to remember manual photography tips so that you can practice & get comfortable with it!

📷 Shutter Speed

Shutter speed is the length of time that the camera’s shutter is open exposing it to light. This setting tells your camera how long it needs to stay open to take a photo. 

Shutter speed is measured in either seconds or fractions of a second and looks something like this 1/250 s, 1/500 s. Shutter speed plays an important role in photography because it does two main things: adjusts the brightness of your photo and creates effects like freeze motion and blur. 

Use a low or slow shutter speed to capture things like flowing water or the northern lights. But just remember that you’ll want to use a tripod to prevent a blurry picture when shooting with a low shutter speed.

Use a fast or high shutter speed to freeze motion and easily capture things that are moving.

📍Oxbow Bend, Wyoming

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Chasing lighthouses in Maine! Driving the coast o Chasing lighthouses in Maine!

Driving the coast of Maine led me to many beautiful lighthouses including this one in Bristol! The Pemaquid Point Lighthouse was built in 1827 and visitors can explore inside the lighthouse and the museum. 

There is a $3 fee per person to enter and parking directly out front. It’s pretty windy right by the coast so be sure to bring an extra layer if you are visiting in the fall or winter!

Have you been inside a lighthouse before?

📍Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, Bristol, Maine

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Had the best day out at the springs with @teresaan Had the best day out at the springs with @teresaannmoon! We spent the day snorkeling and canoeing with these beautiful creatures.

Manatee sightings are a common occurrence during the winter months in Florida and if you visit the crystal clear springs you’re bound to see a few!

Have you ever seen a manatee before?

#florida #hellofrom  #floridasprings #floridaliving #floridalivin #manatee #explorewithme #stayandwander #exploremore #letsgoeverywhere #dametraveler #sheisnotlost #wheretofindme #travelife #wanderlove #explorerbabes #travelinspiration #nomadgirls #journeysofgirls #iamtb #welivetoexplore
Sharing a little piece of home with you guys today Sharing a little piece of home with you guys today. I know I usually share photos from destinations far from home but I just love this photo that @teresaannmoon took the other morning at our local beach.

It’s not as often I head out for sunrise shoots these days but when I do I always feel rejuvenated and more connected to nature. So here’s to spending more mornings watching the sun come up in 2022. 

When was the last time you watched the sunrise?

📍Satellite Beach, Florida

Follow @thisworldtraveled for more travel & photography tips

#floridaliving #floridabeaches #floridaphotographer #satellitebeach #dametraveler #sheisnotlost #backpackersintheworld #wheretofindme #travelife #wanderlove #explorerbabes #travelcommunity #femaletravelblogger #travelinspiration #nomadgirls #journeysofgirls #iamtb #stayandwander #travelblogger #moodygrams #welivetoexplore #discoverearth #dirtybootstravel #wearetravelgirls
TRAVEL GUIDE FOR CANYONLANDS, UTAH 🏜 Canyonlan TRAVEL GUIDE FOR CANYONLANDS, UTAH 🏜

Canyonlands National Park is located in southeastern Utah nearby Moab and Arches National Park.

A visit to Canyonlands should not be missed if you are in the area as there is so much exploring that you can do. Most visitors discover all the highlights within the Island in the Sky, a flat-topped mesa with many breathtaking overlooks.

Top Places to Visit:
📍Mesa Arch
📍Dead Horse State Park
📍Shafer Canyon & Shafer Trail Overlook
📍Green River Overlook
📍Potash Ponds

Fees 🎟
* Free with America the Beautiful National Park Pass
* $30 for private vehicle
* $25 motorcycle
* $15 per person without a vehicle

Tips for Visiting ⛺️
* Pack snacks & water
* Download an offline map
* Wear proper shoes
* Use sunscreen & a hat
* Drones are not allowed within the national park
* Dogs are not allowed
* Best time to visit is during the spring or fall

📍Mesa Arch, Canyonlands, Utah

Follow @thisworldtraveled for more travel & photography tips
PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS: MASTERING MANUAL SETTINGS The PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS: MASTERING MANUAL SETTINGS 

The second part of learning manual camera settings is aperture or f-stop. Head back to the last post to learn about shutter speed!

📷 Aperture

Aperture (f-stop) is basically the opening in a lens which allows light to enter the camera. 

Aperture controls the depth of field meaning that if you have a low aperture (wider opening) you’ll have more bokeh (a blurred background). A low aperture will also result in a brighter image since you are allowing more light to enter the camera. 

A low aperture is good for photos with a shallow depth of field, night photography and if you want to allow more light in. 

A high aperture (smaller opening) is perfect for landscape & architecture photography, action shots and for brighter days. This will allow both the foreground and background to be sharp and in focus. 

Remember This: Aperture is referred to as f-stop which will look something like this f/1.4, f/2.8, f/4, f/11 and so on. The thing to remember is that the smaller the number the larger the opening. Therefore f/2.8 is larger than f/4 or f/11. 

📍Ravens Nest, Maine

Follow @thisworldtraveled for more travel & photography tips

#acadianationalpark #acadia #newengland #visitmaine #optoutside #wearetravelgirls #scenesofnewengland #womenwhohike #wildernessbabes #traveladdict #globetrotter #artofvisuals #discoverearth #earthfocus #stayandwander #earthpix #ourplanetdaily #liveoutdoors #bestvacations #theoutbound #discoverglobe #wildernessculture #allaboutadventures #roamtheplanet #awakethesoul #theglobewanderer #travelstoke #hikingbangers
PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS: MASTERING MANUAL SETTINGS One PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS: MASTERING MANUAL SETTINGS 

One of the most important ways that you can improve your photography skills is by using manual settings. While it may be daunting (and slightly confusing) at first learning manual settings will only get easier with practice! 

Over the next few posts I’ll share some easy to remember manual photography tips so that you can practice & get comfortable with it!

📷 Shutter Speed

Shutter speed is the length of time that the camera’s shutter is open exposing it to light. This setting tells your camera how long it needs to stay open to take a photo. 

Shutter speed is measured in either seconds or fractions of a second and looks something like this 1/250 s, 1/500 s. Shutter speed plays an important role in photography because it does two main things: adjusts the brightness of your photo and creates effects like freeze motion and blur. 

Use a low or slow shutter speed to capture things like flowing water or the northern lights. But just remember that you’ll want to use a tripod to prevent a blurry picture when shooting with a low shutter speed.

Use a fast or high shutter speed to freeze motion and easily capture things that are moving.

📍Oxbow Bend, Wyoming

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#grandteton #grandtetonnationalpark #explorewyoming #grandtetons #optoutside #wearetravelgirls #wildernessbabes #traveladdict #globetrotter #artofvisuals #discoverearth #earthfocus #stayandwander #earthpix #ourplanetdaily #liveoutdoors #bestvacations #theoutbound #discoverglobe #wildernessculture #allaboutadventures #roamtheplanet #awakethesoul #theglobewanderer
Chasing lighthouses in Maine! Driving the coast o Chasing lighthouses in Maine!

Driving the coast of Maine led me to many beautiful lighthouses including this one in Bristol! The Pemaquid Point Lighthouse was built in 1827 and visitors can explore inside the lighthouse and the museum. 

There is a $3 fee per person to enter and parking directly out front. It’s pretty windy right by the coast so be sure to bring an extra layer if you are visiting in the fall or winter!

Have you been inside a lighthouse before?

📍Pemaquid Point Lighthouse, Bristol, Maine

Follow @thisworldtraveled for more travel & photography tips

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