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Field Notes from the Road

Real stories from the road—wins, weird moments, and the “wish-I’d-knowns.” These posts are my unfiltered take on places I’ve actually traveled, with honest opinions and the simple tricks that help solo women feel confident. Expect practical takeaways tucked inside personal tales, from budget blunders to street-food gold. No fluff, no filters—just the truth and a nudge to go.

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I Claimed Almost $2,400 in Travel Insurance After Getting Hurt in Peru

I bought travel insurance hoping I’d never need it. Then I injured my knee on the Inca Trail, needed an X-ray and MRI in Cusco, and had to pay extra just to fly home comfortably. Here’s how my Peru trip turned into an almost $2,400 CAD travel insurance claim—and why Mike should probably thank me.

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