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Exploring Bangkok with Amari Watergate, Thailand

Hello from Thailand !!! Today I am super excited because I have been marking a new destination for my bucket list thanks to my family from Air Austral. As you know, I’ve been collaborating with this airline for 5 months ago, producing content and traveling to most of their destinations where they fly. When they […]

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Empecé a surfear este abril sin tener la menor ide Empecé a surfear este abril sin tener la menor idea de qué tipo de surfer quería llegar a ser. Unos meses, incontables caídas y muchas dosis de humildad después, me estoy dando cuenta de que aprender a surfear también es descubrir qué tipo de surf se siente más como tú.Así que pasé una semana probando algo completamente diferente: tablas más largas, olas más suaves, cross-stepping, drop knees y una forma totalmente nueva de moverme sobre el agua.Gracias @lapointcamps por darme la oportunidad de explorar el arte del longboard aquí en Bali. Creo que después de todo puede que sea una longboard girl 🌊🏄‍♀️ ••• I started surfing this April with absolutely no idea what kind of surfer I wanted to become. A few months, countless wipeouts, and plenty of humbling moments later, I’m realizing that learning to surf is also about discovering what kind of surfing feels like you.So I spent a week trying something completely different: longer boards, softer waves, cross-stepping, drop knees, and a whole new way of moving on the water.Thank you Lapoint for giving me the chance to explore the art of longboarding here in Bali🌊🏄‍♀️ I think I might be a longboard girl after all🤍 ••• #longboardsurfing #surfcamp #balisurfcamp #longboardgirl #balisurf
Si no te tomas el tiempo de conocerte profundament Si no te tomas el tiempo de conocerte profundamente, cualquiera puede hacerte dudar de quién eres o hasta de manipularte.Tu familia, tus amigos, la sociedad… todos tendrán una opinión sobre ti. Algunas nacerán del amor, pero otras serán juicios disfrazados de buenas intenciones.Recuerda que las personas te pintarán con los colores que ellas tienen, pero eso no significa que esos sean los tuyos.Tú tienes la libertad de descubrir todos tus colores, incluso aquellos que otros nunca podrán ver.Conocerte tan profundamente que las opiniones, expectativas y proyecciones de los demás ya no tengan el poder de definirte ni de robarte tu paz. Ese es tu verdadero superpoder🤍 ••• The whole point is to know yourself so intimately that no one else’s projections or judgments can disturb your peace or the reality of who you are.If you don’t take the time to truly and deeply know yourself, anyone can make you question who you are or even manipulate you.Family, friends, society… everyone will have an opinion about you. Some will come from love, while others are simply judgments disguised as good intentions.Remember, people will paint you with the colors they have, but that doesn’t mean those colors belong to you.You have the freedom to discover every shade of yourself, even the ones others will never be able to see.To know yourself so deeply that other people’s opinions, expectations, and projections no longer have the power to define you or disturb your peace. That’s your real superpower🤍 ••• #KnowYourself #AmorPropio #SelfAwareness #CrecimientoPersonal #InnerPeace
En un mundo históricamente construido por y para l En un mundo históricamente construido por y para los hombres, ¿alguna vez te has preguntado cuántas mujeres tuvieron que luchar para que hoy puedas elegir la vida que quieres vivir?Y si eres de quienes dicen estar en contra del feminismo, me gustaría hacerte otra pregunta:¿Estarías dispuesta a renunciar a las libertades que hoy das por sentadas?A estudiar, trabajar, tener independencia económica, viajar sola, decidir sobre tu cuerpo, elegir si quieres casarte, ser madre o simplemente construir una vida bajo tus propias reglas.Porque el feminismo nunca ha significado estar en contra de los hombres. Se trata de cuestionar por qué nacer mujer debería significar tener menos derechos, oportunidades o libertad.Hoy tengo el privilegio de diseñar mi propia vida. De vivir en otro país, viajar sola, trabajar en lo que amo y tomar decisiones que generaciones de mujeres antes que yo no siempre pudieron tomar.Y nada de eso lo doy por sentado.A las mujeres que desafiaron las normas, cuestionaron las injusticias y lucharon por derechos que quizás ellas mismas nunca llegaron a disfrutar: GRACIAS.Porque la vida que hoy tengo el privilegio de vivir fue alguna vez el futuro con el que otra mujer solo podía soñar. Y mientras algunas disfrutamos de estas libertades, millones de mujeres todavía siguen luchando por ellas.Antes de decir que no necesitas el feminismo, pregúntate cuántas de tus libertades existen gracias a las mujeres que sí lo necesitaron. ••• In a world built largely by and for men, have you ever considered how many women fought for the freedoms you enjoy today?The freedom to study, work, travel alone, make decisions about your body, and build a life on your own terms.Feminism isn’t about being against men. It’s about challenging the idea that women should have fewer rights or opportunities.To the women who fought for these freedoms: thank you.Before you say you don’t need feminism, ask yourself how many of your freedoms exist because of it.Thank you, feminism♡ ••• #femenism #solotravel #freedomtochoose #ilovebeingawoman
Imagine bragging about traveling the world and sti Imagine bragging about traveling the world and still knowing next to nothing about the places you’ve visited.We’ve become so obsessed with seeing the world that we’ve forgotten to care about it.We collect passport stamps, chase picture-perfect destinations, and turn beautiful places into content. But how much do we actually understand about the countries we claim to know?I’ve spent years traveling, creating content, and sharing the beauty of this planet. And I’m not going to pretend I’m above the culture I’m questioning. I’m part of it, too.But the more I travel, the more I realize how easy it is to admire a place without understanding its reality.Bali is a perfect example.Millions visit this island every year, drawn to its Instagram-worthy paradise, while elsewhere in Indonesia, deforestation, habitat destruction, and environmental degradation threaten entire ecosystems.In Kalimantan, orangutans are losing their habitats, and communities are losing the forests they depend on.While some are losing their homes, others are busy finding the perfect angle for Instagram.We have time to create beautiful content, consume it, and build businesses around these destinations. Yet somehow, finding five minutes to care about what happens to them seems like too much to ask.This isn’t about giving up travel, enjoying your vacations any less, or never posting another beautiful photograph.It’s about understanding that the places we visit aren’t just backdrops for our content. They’re home to people, wildlife, and ecosystems that deserve more than our admiration.Because loving a place for its beauty means very little if we’re indifferent to its destruction.Share this post. Start conversations. Support conservation efforts. Donation link in bio.••• Photo credits: All images are mine except slides 6 and 16 (sourced online credit on tags) Videos by Idol Motion via TikTok ••• #ResponsibleTravel #ProtectOurPlanet #SaveOrangutans #InfluencerCulture
Mi personalidad cambia drásticamente después de co Mi personalidad cambia drásticamente después de comer. Y sí, la cantidad de gramos de proteína influyen en ese cambio 😂 ••• I can do it scared and I can do it tired, but I cannot do it hungry🤷🏻‍♀️My personality changes dramatically after I eat. And yes, it has to have protein 😂 ••• #relatable #funny #vernazza #cinqueterreitaly #travelitaly
Summer might be over, but it’s never too early to Summer might be over, but it’s never too early to plan your next surf escape! 🌊🏄🏻‍♀️ And if Portugal or Sri Lanka is on your bucket list I’ve got a little something for you👀This is your sign to start surfing as an adult. If there’s one thing surfing has taught me, it’s how liberating it feels to be a beginner again. To let go of expectation and laugh at yourself. Sometimes, the joy is simply in learning.Imagine waking up surrounded by nature, catching waves, enjoying delicious farm-to-table food, slowing down with yoga, and connecting with people who share your love for the ocean.Here’s what 24 hours at @soulandsurf in Portugal looks like! 🇵🇹I’ve experienced a few different surf retreats, and honestly? @soulandsurfportugal was my favorite. The instructors, the atmosphere, the people, and all those little moments in between made the experience so special.I loved it so much that I’ve already booked my next adventure with them in Sri Lanka, starting November 14th! 🇱🇰🌴Planning your own surf escape? Use my referral code MARCY5 when booking with Soul & Surf. It’s valid for both Portugal and Sri Lanka! 🤍Link in bio ••• ¡El verano terminó, pero nunca es demasiado pronto para planear tu próxima aventura de surf! 🌊🏄🏻‍♀️ Y si Portugal o Sri Lanka están en tu bucket list, ¡tengo algo para ti! 👀Si algo me ha enseñado el surf, es lo liberador que se siente volver a ser principiante. Soltar las expectativas, reírte de ti misma y recordar que no siempre tienes que ser buena en algo para disfrutarlo. A veces, la magia está simplemente en aprender.Imagínate despertar rodeada de naturaleza, surfear, disfrutar de comida fresca, practicar yoga y conectar con personas que comparten tu amor por el océano.¡Así se viven 24 horas en @soulandsurf en Portugal! 🇵🇹He visitado varios surf camps y @soulandsurfportugal fue, sin duda, mi favorito. ¡Tanto que ya reservé mi próxima aventura con ellos en Sri Lanka para el 14 de noviembre! 🇱🇰🌴¿Te animas a surfear conmigo en Srilanka? Utiliza mi código Marcy5 al reservar con Soul & Surf en Portugal o Sri Lanka. •••• #surfretreat #portugal #algarveportugal #surfportugal #surfergirl
Just two girls solving absolutely nothing over dri Just two girls solving absolutely nothing over drinks👯‍♀️🥂 For our mental health, obviously.If you love Latin American cuisine, @santanerabali is a must-visit when you’re in Canggu! And trust me, whatever you do, don’t skip the churros for dessert! You will thank me later! ••• Solo dos amigas resolviendo absolutamente nada entre copas 👯‍♀️🥂 Por nuestra salud mental, obviamente.Si te encanta la gastronomía latinoamericana, @santanerabali es una parada obligatoria si estás por Canggu. Y créeme, hagas lo que hagas, ¡no te vayas sin probar los churros de postre! ••• #canggu #canggurestaurants #girlsnight #dinneranddrinks #canggubali
Becoming a surfer girl, one questionable wipeout a Becoming a surfer girl, one questionable wipeout at a time 🏄‍♀️🌊A week of surfing, yoga, good food, beautiful beaches and apparently fighting my way into a wetsuit every morning.I came to @soulandsurfportugal wanting to improve my surfing, but somehow it turned into one of my favorite experiences in Portugal and probably one of the best retreats I’ve ever done 🇵🇹🤍I shared my full experience on the blog, including why I decided to start surfing, prices, my honest review + a little discount if you’re planning a surf retreat in Europe anytime soon (or saving one for the future). Full guide at the link in bio! ••• Convirtiéndome en surfer girl, un wipeout cuestionable a la vez 🏄‍♀️🌊Una semana de surf, yoga, buena comida, playas increíbles y, aparentemente, luchando con mi wetsuit todas las mañanas. 😂Llegué a @soulandsurfportugal queriendo mejorar mi surf, pero de alguna manera terminó convirtiéndose en una de mis experiencias favoritas en Portugal y probablemente uno de los mejores retreats que he hecho 🇵🇹🤍Compartí toda mi experiencia en el blog, incluyendo por qué decidí empezar a surfear, precios, mi opinión sincera + un pequeño descuento si están planeando hacer un surf retreat en Europa próximamente (o guardando la idea para el futuro). Guía completa en el link de mi bio ••• #surfretreat #surfcamp #algarveportugal #portugaltravel #surfergirl
Surf Diaries: Portugal 🌊🇵🇹🏄‍♀️ He ido a muchos re Surf Diaries: Portugal 🌊🇵🇹🏄‍♀️He ido a muchos retreats alrededor del mundo y, by far, este ha sido uno de mis favoritos @soulandsurfportugalVine por el surf y el yoga. Nadie me avisó que iba a comer Michelin-style toda la semana y que de alguna manera terminaría en un rave… pero aparentemente todo era parte esencial de mi progreso en el surf.No puedo confirmar la ciencia🙈 ••• Surf Diaries: Portugal 🌊🇵🇹🏄‍♀️I’ve been to a lot of retreats around the world and, by far, this has been one of my favorites @soulandsurfportugalI came for the surf and yoga. No one told me I’d be eating Michelin-style all week and somehow end up at a rave… but apparently all of the above was essential to my surfing progress.I can’t confirm the science🙈 ••• #surfretreat #portugal #algarveportugal #surfportugal #surftravel
You went to Italy and skipped Matera?! 👀 Ancient You went to Italy and skipped Matera?! 👀Ancient cave houses, insane views, pasta, family chaos and apparently a mission to find my sister an Italian boyfriend 😂Probably one of the most beautiful places we discovered during our 3-week trip around Italy this summer. Save Matera for your next Italian adventure 🇮🇹 ••• ¿Fuiste a Italia y te saltaste Matera?! 👀Casas construidas en cuevas, vistas increíbles, pasta, caos familiar y, aparentemente, una misión para encontrarle un novio italiano a mi hermanaProbablemente uno de los lugares más bonitos que descubrimos durante nuestras 3 semanas recorriendo Italia este verano. Guarda Matera para tu próxima aventura por Italia 🇮🇹 ••• #matera #materaitaly #visititaly #travelitaly #beautifuldestinations
When I started my travel blogging journey, I wante When I started my travel blogging journey, I wanted to do the opposite of what everyone else was doing.I kept seeing the same destinations, the same hotels, even the exact same Instagram photos. Different people, identical experiences.So I went in a different direction. Literally. I ended up spending almost an entire year traveling through Africa.Funny enough, in 2017, Indonesia was the fastest-growing country for Instagram location tags, with places like Italy and Spain also among the top destinations. Meanwhile, I was somewhere in Madagascar. 🇲🇬And this is where my perspective on travel might be a little controversial.You can visit 50 countries and still never truly step outside your comfort zone.Because to me, traveling the world isn’t just about collecting passport stamps, staying in beautiful hotels, or recreating someone else’s itinerary. It’s about going somewhere that challenges your perspective, confronts your assumptions, and makes you question everything you thought you knew about the world.And no, that doesn’t mean you have to travel to remote places to have meaningful experiences. But I do believe there’s a difference between seeing the world and allowing the world to change you.Madagascar remains one of my favorite countries in Africa. The extraordinary biodiversity, the landscapes, the people, the raw beauty of it all… I remember being genuinely speechless.Almost a decade later, these photos still remind me why I fell in love with traveling in the first place.The most extraordinary journeys aren’t always the most Instagrammable. Sometimes they’re the ones that completely change the way you see the world ••• #madagascar #visitmadagascar #travelmadagascar #africatravel #authentictravel
Time for a little color refresh ✨💇🏽‍♀️ If you’re Time for a little color refresh ✨💇🏽‍♀️If you’re in Bali and looking for a place to get your color done or give your hair some serious TLC, @thepausebali is heaven🤍You can pretty much do anything here (especially if you surf ) and your hair is constantly begging for help after all that sun + salt water 🏄‍♀️🌊I discovered them when I moved to Seseh earlier this year, and this is already my second time coming back for my color. Safe to say I found my Bali hair spot! ••• Hora de refrescar un poquito el color ✨💇🏽‍♀️Si están en Bali y buscan un lugar para hacerse el color o simplemente consentir un poco el pelo, @thepause es un paraíso 🤍Pueden hacerte prácticamente de todo (especialmente si surfeas como yo) y tu pelo vive pidiendo auxilio después de tanto sol + agua salada 🏄‍♀️ 🌊Los descubrí cuando me mudé a Seseh a principios de este año y esta ya es la segunda vez que vuelvo para hacerme el color. Creo que oficialmente encontré mi lugar favorito para el pelo en Bali. ••• #haircolor #hairinspo #baliliving #balihair #sesehbali
Surf Diaries: Ericeira 🌊🇵🇹 Este verano decidí pro Surf Diaries: Ericeira 🌊🇵🇹Este verano decidí profundizar un poco más en el surf y pasar dos semanas haciendo surf en Portugal, probando surf camps diferentes.Primera parada: Ericeira, uno de los destinos de surf más conocidos de Portugal y a solo una hora de Lisboa🏄🏻‍♀️Me quedé en @lapointcamps @lapoint_ericeira un surf camp grande, con muchísima energía y un ambiente súper social. Si viajas sol@, y quieres conocer gente de todas partes del mundo, aprender a surfear o mejorar tu nivel y tener siempre algún plan después del surf… este es el campamento perfecto para ti.Y Ericeira en sí fue una de mis partes favoritas de la experiencia: un pueblo azul, callecitas llenas de encanto, cafés, restaurantes, atardeceres y esa energía de surf town que hace que quieras quedarte un poquito más.Una semana de surf, wipeouts, gente nueva y una Ericeira que definitivamente vale la pena conocer. ••• Surf Diaries: Ericeira 🌊🇵🇹This summer, I decided to dive a little deeper into surfing and spend two weeks surfing in Portugal, experiencing different surf camps.First stop: Ericeira, one of Portugal’s most popular surf destinations and just one hour from Lisbon🏄🏻‍♀️I stayed at @lapointcamps @lapoint_ericeira, a big surf camp with tons of energy and a super social atmosphere. If you’re traveling solo and want to meet people from all over the world, learn how to surf or improve your skills, and always have something going on after your surf sessions… this is the perfect camp for you.And Ericeira itself was one of my favorite parts of the experience: a charming blue-and-white town, little streets full of character, cafés, restaurants, breathtaking sunsets, and that surf-town energy that makes you want to stay just a little longer.One week of surfing, wipeouts, new people, and an Ericeira that is definitely worth discovering 🌊 ••• #Ericeira #Surfcamp #surfcampportugal #visitericeira #portugaltravel
Creo que oficialmente necesito retirarme del perso Creo que oficialmente necesito retirarme del personaje de “dejé mi trabajo corporativo para viajar por el mundo”.Lo exprimí durante una década. Ya estuvo bueno. No es que viajar haya dejado de gustarme, pero mis prioridades cambiaron un poco.Ahora me emociona surfear, jugar tennis, boxear, intentar handstands… básicamente cualquier actividad capaz de destruir mi ego en menos de una hora.Porque qué aburrido llegar a los 30s y decidir que ya sabemos quiénes somos y en qué somos buenos cuando hay miles de cosas que no hemos ni probado.Welcome to the rebrand:Mujer en sus 30s colecciona hobbies innecesariamente difíciles porque, aparentemente, vivir tranquila no le genera suficiente emoción.¿Soy mala? Perfecto. ¿Me saca de mi zona de confort? Excelente. ¿Puedo humillarme públicamente? SIGN ME UP.Pero fuera de broma, hay algo demasiado bonito en volver a ser principiante de adulto.Empezar de cero. Suck at something. Frustrarte. Volver a intentarlo. Y ver cómo algo que parecía imposible, poco a poco deja de serlo❤️ ••• I think it’s officially time to retire the whole “I quit my corporate job to travel the world” character.I milked that one for almost 10 years. Enough. It’s not that I don’t love traveling anymore, my priorities have just shifted a little.Now I get excited about surfing, playing tennis, boxing, attempting handstands… basically anything capable of destroying my ego in under an hour.Because how boring would it be to reach your 30s and decide you already know who you are and what you’re good at?Welcome to the rebrand:Woman in her 30s collects unnecessarily difficult hobbies because apparently, living a peaceful life isn’t stimulating enough.Am I bad at it? Perfect. Does it push me out of my comfort zone? Excellent. Can I publicly humiliate myself? SIGN ME UP.But jokes aside, there’s something so beautiful about being a beginner again as an adult.Starting from zero. Sucking at something. Getting frustrated. Trying again. And watching something that once felt impossible slowly become possible❤️ ••• #leaveyourcomfortzone #newhobbies #beginner #trynewthings #dopamine
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