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The SJ Project's avatar

What an amazing round up! I think Crater Lake is just beautiful, too. What a year!!!

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Ashleigh at Travel Bugg's avatar

It was a wild year! So glad we met during it :)

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The SJ Project's avatar

Me, too!!!! Can’t wait to see you in Okinawa!

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Franco Wong's avatar

I feel like traveling with you through your words, love it and look forward to your journey in 2025

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Kayla Murphy's avatar

I love your list so much!!! Toyko and South Korea are on our list! We went to New Orleans this year too! Forks is a must one day for all Twihearts🤣

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Chris Deca's avatar

Come spend more time in Guadalajara! If nothing else, you'll eat well.

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Ashleigh at Travel Bugg's avatar

Yess, I think it may be impossible to have a bad meal there 😋

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Sascha Camilli's avatar

Fantastic round-up. I'm really looking forward to Seoul in 2025!

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Ashleigh at Travel Bugg's avatar

You’re going to love it, Sascha!!

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Abbi Moore's avatar

This is incredible and inspiring!!! Would love a post on the Oregon coast + Victoria - attempting to do a similar trip in spring :)

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Ashleigh at Travel Bugg's avatar

Thank you, Abbi! I’ll be writing a Great American Road Trip series after I wrap up Postcards from Asia. Feel free to ask any questions or message before then!

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Jeanine Kitchel's avatar

Wow Ashleigh! What a fantastic compilation! Great photos as always. And Japan really ranks high -- even w/ the food scene. I remember when Anthony Bourdain asked what was his best meal ever, he mentioned it was in Tokyo, but would not divulge the locale-- as he said it would ruin it for the locals. Have a Happy New Year and continued wonderful travels to you!

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Toni Jeffrey's avatar

I was surprised that you listed New Orleans as #1 on your Best Cities list but not on your Best Food list at all! I lived there for two years and still dream of the food. Crawfish! Beignets! Muffulettas! Sigh...

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Ashleigh at Travel Bugg's avatar

Toni, you’re completely right, and I still dream about the food there! I tried to limit the number of places to just five, but it was difficult. I loved the red beans and rice, oysters, crawfish, beignets, it’s all too good.

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Matthew Miles's avatar

Impressive summary--what a year!

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Daniel Catena's avatar

Nice!! Sausalito made your list. I was worried haha. Wonderful list here, Ashleigh. Your 2024 had lots of adventures. I like how you made categories. My favorites are the small towns you listed because I like under-the-radar destinations. Can’t wait to read more of your wanders!

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Ashleigh at Travel Bugg's avatar

Thanks Dan, Sausalito was so great because of your expert guidance! Excited what the new year holds for us and our writing!

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Daniel Catena's avatar

It was a lot of fun to host you! Yes, agreed. You’ve already gotten off to an amazing start and I’m sure you’ve gotten plenty of inspiration from your Asia jaunt!

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Hamish's avatar

Some great trips there. Mexico is indeed fantastic. Nice to hear that Aruba is safe, I always associate it with Joren van der Sloot!

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Secrets from Japan and Beyond's avatar

Lovely summary. Those trips sounds amazing! So glad you could find ways to enjoy Japan. Happy New Year!

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Ashleigh at Travel Bugg's avatar

Thank you for reading and for your great tips for Japan!

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Gabi of Journey Jots's avatar

Wow, what a year!! All the photos and lists are great, thanks for sharing!

I wish your 2025 to be even more impactful and full of places you want to visit!

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Ashleigh at Travel Bugg's avatar

Thank you so much, Gabi! Wishing you the best in 2025 as well 😊

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Burcu Basar's avatar

This is a wonderful summary. I thoroughly enjoyed it - thank you for sharing.

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Ashleigh at Travel Bugg's avatar

Thank you, Burcu! I appreciate all your support this year 😊

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