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Maria DiCicco

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Covers:  International Travel, Parenting, Destination Guides, Culinary Adventures, Travel Advice and Inspiration. Focus areas include: Spain, Cruising, Central Florida, European Travel, Food and Wine

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American Travel Blogger, Freelance Writer and Author of the "Scavenger Hunt" Kid's Travel Journal series. Based in Orlando, Florida, Maria can be found basking in the sunshine or indulging in tapas and cheap wine in her part-time holiday home of Zaragoza, Spain.

Girl Mom, Wife to a Spaniard and self-proclaimed foodie, Maria spends her time planning adventures or writing about them on her website, Alwayspacktissues.com.

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Shopping in Oaxaca Markets, Handicraft Shops and Art Studios

Shopping in Oaxaca Markets, Handicraft Shops and Art Studios

Find black or green pottery, hand woven textiles, alebrijes, workshops and more while shopping in Oaxaca mark…

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48 Hours in Paris Gare du Nord/10th Arrondissement Neighborhoods

48 Hours in Paris Gare du Nord/10th Arrondissement Neighborhoods

Enjoy Parisian romance and haute cuisine in the Gare du Nord and 10th arrondissement neighborhoods without th…

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Travel Only with a Purse: Personal Item Packing Hacks and Swaps

Travel Only with a Purse: Personal Item Packing Hacks and Swaps

Decoding the personal item packing hacks that enable me to pack only a purse for International travel.

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Things to Do in Yokohama Japan With Kids: The Ultimate Guide

Things to Do in Yokohama Japan With Kids: The Ultimate Guide

Your ultimate guide to things to do in Yokohama Japan with kids, including where to eat and stay and how to g…

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This EPIC Cancun to Merida Drive is Great for Families and Foodies

This EPIC Cancun to Merida Drive is Great for Families and Foodies

Travel from Cancun to Merida by car on an exciting cultural and foodie filled journey.

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Top 7 Oaxaca Ruins and Archaeological Sites Worth Visiting

Top 7 Oaxaca Ruins and Archaeological Sites Worth Visiting

Learn more about Oaxaca's Archaeological Zones and book your Oaxaca ruins tours now.

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Finding My Comfort Zone on Spain’s Costa Blanca

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By Maria DiCicco Verified
| International Living Magazine Verified
When my family and I purchased a vacation home in Zaragoza, Spain, one of the nation's largest inland cities, I felt a stark contrast in daily life from what I’d grown up experiencing while visiting friends in the coastal, southern regions of the country. In my new home, I struggled to find English-speaking friends, I struggled with the language, and I struggled with the slower pace of life. It was all a culture shock, even though I knew exactly what I was getting into.
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Mother-Daughter Activities in Orlando for Mother’s Day and Beyond

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By Maria DiCicco Verified
| Orlando Parenting Verified
It’s no secret – being a Mom is ever so rewarding, but really exhausting. On Sunday, May 10, when Mother’s Day rolls upon our doorsteps with bouquets of flowers and heartfelt cards, maybe, just maybe we can get a chance to check out and relax. Maybe? I’m sure isolation chambers and spa days would be ideal, but the kids don’t just go away because it’s a holiday. So we’ve rounded up some great affordable, and fun ideas to share as a Mother-Daughter duo this Mother’s Day.
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Buzz Around the Bay

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By Hailea Boykin, Maria DiCicco Verified, Dani Meyering Verified
| Tampa Bay Date Night Guide
Epic Universe is Universal Orlando Resort’s most ambitious park yet, and if you’re thinking about checking it out with your partner, you’re probably wondering how much it will cost. After visiting myself already (thanks to the annual passholder preview tickets), and planning a return in June, I have been planning and budgeting for a while…
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