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Alicia Erickson

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Covers:  Food, wine/spirits, sustainability, wildlife and safari, conservation, adventure and outdoor travel, city guides, wellness, Africa/West Coast/South Asia
Stories & adventures about wilderness, sustainability, food, wine, and political movements. Words @CNTraveler, @BBCTravel, @WorldNomads. PNW/East Africa/India

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Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Moab, Utah

Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Moab, Utah

The approach to Moab, Utah, is anything but low-key. After miles of driving down narrow roads and curving aro…

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What Exactly Is 'Ozark Cuisine'?

What Exactly Is 'Ozark Cuisine'?

One chef brings a traditional menu to a contemporary restaurant. Deep among the dense forests of the Ozarks, …

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What Are the Ethics Around Slum Tourism?

What Are the Ethics Around Slum Tourism?

By telling us your country of residence we are able to provide you with the most relevant travel insurance in…

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World Refugee Day: How Travelers Can Help

World Refugee Day: How Travelers Can Help

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Is It Safe to Travel to Dubai?

Is It Safe to Travel to Dubai?

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Getting Away From the Glitz in the United Arab Emirates

Getting Away From the Glitz in the United Arab Emirates

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Best WA lakes for summer kayaking: Diablo Lake, Baker Lake and more

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By Alicia Erickson
| The Seattle Times Verified
Washington is home to thousands of lakes. Seattle has five major lakes within the city limits alone: Lake Washington, Lake Union, Green Lake, Bitter Lake and Haller Lake. Lakes Washington and Union are perfect for a postwork paddle, but there are plenty more throughout Washington to set your sights on this summer when you’re craving a city break — from alpine lakes sitting among meadows in the Cascades to lakes sitting in glacial reservoirs. So, we’ve rounded up six to check out.
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12 Ways You Can Use Up Leftover Cornbread

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By Alicia Erickson
| Yahoo Life Verified
To understand the heart of another culture, or at least, food culture, one should taste that culture's bread. The crusty baguette of France, the tangy injera of Ethiopia, and the varying versions of plain and stuffed chapati, naan, and paratha across the Indian subcontinent are non-negotiable accompaniments to their respective cuisines. And in the United States, particularly in the South, the absolute best cornbread strikes the same sentiment.
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Summer solstice 2026: 5 short trails near Seattle to savor the sunshine

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By Alicia Erickson
| The Seattle Times Verified
At long last those gloomy winter days are behind us and the sun-soaked days of Seattle summer are here. June 21 officially marks the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, and in Seattle, we’ll get to enjoy 16 full hours of daylight. Mark the summer solstice, and the official start of summer season in the PNW, with some time outside.
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