About Brooke

Brooke is a thrifty traveler and experience collector with a love for language learning, history and cannoli. She is the creator of the female travel focused FTU Newsletter and Her Packing List website. Other thrifty travelers can gain from her years of worldly travel experience by subscribing to the RSS feed.
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How I Scored 2 Peak-season International Tickets for $300: Part 2 – Reward Burn

Now for part 2 of how Cheryl got an amazing flight deal using miles: two international round-trip tickets with a stopover during high season for just $300.

February 23, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 0 }
Celebrating the 4th of July

The Two Faces of Brooke

I will always be American no matter where I am in the world. But, after 3 years in Australia, and 3 years of being with an Aussie guy, I don’t really flinch when people ask me, “How ya going?” I’m in a weird place, and that’s kind of what I wanted to portray in the LAST ROUND of the Canon Island Blogger Competition.

February 22, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 4 }
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I Want to Travel But Can’t Find a Travel Partner (aka Solo Travel Anxiety)

Not everyone has the same travel dreams that I do, so finding a friend that wants to do the exact thing is just not a possibility. Instead of sitting at home and thinking that I’ll never be able to travel because I can’t get so-and-so to do it, too, I simply decided to fulfill my dreams and set off on the solo road.

February 20, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 13 }

Sunday Snap: Lovebirds in Macaw Mountain

Macaw Mountain is a bird refuge in Honduras near Copan. it was there that I got to get up close and personal with a couple of lovebirds. So cute. Share if you think so, too!
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February 19, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 0 }

Saturday Snap: Holy Tarantula!

I don’t do well with bugs, and spiders are the worst. I was shaking with nervousness when my Tikal guide picked this tarantula up and was trying to coax group members to hold it. NO THANKS! Share if you enjoy!
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February 18, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 0 }
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How I Scored 2 Peak-season International Tickets for $300: Part 1 – Air Loyalty Programs & Earning

Are air loyalty programs a bit of a mystery to you? If so, read this post where Cheryl gives the low-down on choosing the right program and earning those rewards.

February 16, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 5 }
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Anxiety Towards Flying: You’re Not Alone

There are a surprising number of people in my life that have trouble flying because of anxiety — or won’t even fly at all. This post shares some personal stories of those who have been able to fly regardless of their fears and anxiety. Have a read for some inspiration.

February 13, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 14 }

Sunday Snap: San Juan Girl Weaving

I caught this Guatemalan girl from San Juan in the act of weaving. This was part of a field trip from the language school I was studying at in San Pedro. If you like the photo, be sure to share. Thanks!
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February 12, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 0 }

Saturday Snap: The Pelican Capital of New South Wales

I’ll be honest: Pelicans sort of creep me out. The Entrance in New South Wales, Australia has the largest population of them in this state, and the creepy buggers are giant! Please share this photo if you enjoy.
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February 11, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 0 }
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Best Tour You’ll Take in the Dark: The Moonwalk

We finally, after over 4 kilometers of walking along moonlit paths further enhanced by the glowsticks on our bodies, reached a peaceful waterhole in the middle of practically nowhere — or at least that’s how it felt.

February 10, 2012 · Read full story · Comments { 5 }