Lori Barbely
Hi, I’m Lori. But you can call me Lors. I’m a middle-aged New Jersey-born gal, currently based in Orlando, Florida. My background is in editorial travel photography and writing and I've been to more than 30 countries. I’m obsessed with tropical locales and my favorite city is Tokyo. Have camera, will travel! I’m a Disney adult, Lord of the Rings fan, certified crazy cat lady, and sushi addict! I hope this blog inspires your wanderlust. Feel free to follow me on Instagram for snippets of daily life on and off the road.
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What It’s Like to Stay in Bocas Del Toro Overwater Bungalows
I recently returned from staying in Bocas Del Toro Overwater Bungalows and I’ve got to be honest, when you think of staying in an overwater bungalow, Panama is not the first place that comes to mind! Located off the northeast coast of Panama, the province of Bocas del Toro is home to nine islands and numerous overwater bungalow accommodations. After my recent trip to Bocas del Toro overwater bungalows and thought I would share the experience, as well as some pros and cons, of staying in an overwater bungalow in Panama. While there are overwater bungalow hotel options in Bocas del Toro like Urraca Private Island and Punta Caracol Aqua…
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What It’s Like to Sail Panama’s San Blas Islands
My friends and I booked tickets to Panama semi-impulsively because the flights were super reasonable (around $300). Once we started planning, we knew that we wanted to spend less time in the city and more time in the islands. Specifically the San Blas Islands. Affiliate links are included in this article. Any affiliate is a resource I use and recommend. If you click on a link and use their services or make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Located off the east coast of Panama in the Caribbean Sea, San Blas, officially called Guna Yala (or Kuna Yala) is an Indian country that has…
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How to Apply For Global Entry
Benefits of Global Entry Wondering how to apply for Global Entry? Let’s be honest, air travel these days can be kind of an annoying pain in the…ahem. Getting to the airport two or even three hours early only to wait in ridiculously long security lines and still be stressed about making your flight on time. And then there’s the whole immigration line that takes forever when you return to the US from international trips. Enter Global Entry! Global Entry eliminates the paperwork and processing lines when you’re re-entering the United States and includes access to expedited entry benefits in select other countries. It also comes with TSA PreCheck®, which means…
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The Essential Sailing Trip Packing List
Whether you’re sailing the San Blas Islands as I did or sailing anywhere else in the world you’ll want to add these essential items to your sailing trip packing list! Affiliate links are included in this article. Any affiliate is a resource I use and recommend. If you click on a link and use their services or make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. 1. The first item on my sailing trip packing list is a crew! Now maybe you’re licensed to sail a catamaran but your trip will be far more relaxing if you let a crew man the galley (who wants to…
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What I Spent In 5 Days at the Albuquerque New Mexico International Balloon Fiesta
Affiliate links are included in this article. Any affiliate is a resource I use and recommend. If you click on a link and use their services or make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. The Albuquerque New Mexico International Balloon Fiesta has been on my bucket list for probably 20 years and by a bit of dumb luck I ended up checking this one off the list during the AIBF’s 50th anniversary in 2022. The event takes place over nine days in October, featuring various exciting activities such as mass ascensions and specialty glow events. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t a cheap trip, but I’ve…
