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Karina Noriega April's Lookout, Great Sand Dunes, Colorado, USA - Karina Noriega 2017-01-20T09:49:53+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2014/07/30/blanchard-spring-caverns/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/dsc03101.jpgBlanchard Springs Cavern, Arkansas - Karina NoriegaBlanchard Springs Cavern, Arkansas - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/dsc03077.jpgFantastical views into one of the great rooms illuminate the treacherous path the first explorer took into the caverns, Blanchard Springs Cavern, Arkansas - Karina NoriegaFantastical views into one of the great rooms illuminate the treacherous path the first explorer took into the caverns, Blanchard Springs Cavern, Arkansas - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/dsc029701.jpgBlanchard Springs Cavern, Arkansas - Karina NoriegaBlanchard Springs Cavern, Arkansas - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/dsc02944.jpgGreat Stalactite falls frozen in time, Blanchard Springs Cavern, Arkansas - 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Karina NoriegaBase level shot of Angel Oak, St. John's, Charleston, South Carolina, USA - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/dsc00669.jpgAngel Oak, St. John's, Charleston, South Carolina, USA - Karina NoriegaAngel Oak, St. John's, Charleston, South Carolina, USA - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/dsc00663.jpgAngel Oak, St. John's, Charleston, South Carolina, USA - Karina NoriegaSerpentine Angel Oak, St. John's, Charleston, South Carolina, USA - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/dsc00662.jpgAngel Oak, St. John's, Charleston, South Carolina, USA - Karina NoriegaA single branch of Angel Oak, St. John's, Charleston, South Carolina, USA - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/dsc00660.jpgAngel Oak, St. John's, Charleston, South Carolina, USA - Karina NoriegaBranch dip under the earth @ Angel Oak, St. John's, Charleston, South Carolina, USA - Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:49:25+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2014/07/08/paradise-unknown/2017-01-20T09:49:14+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2014/07/01/canada-day/2017-01-20T09:49:05+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2014/06/27/exploring-ithaca/2017-01-20T09:48:55+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2014/06/24/okefenokee-national-wildlife-refuge/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/dsc01068.jpgSmoke and Mirrors - American Alligator - Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge - Karina NoriegaSmoke and Mirrors - American Alligator - Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/dsc01058.jpgAmerican Alligator - Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge - Karina NoriegaAmerican Alligator - Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/dsc01057.jpgMirrored Lake - Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge - Karina NoriegaMirrored Lake - 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Most events like these are free to public -- Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/superkids.pngSuperKids -- Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaThe SuperKids at Casa Guatemala orphanage -- Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/maximon.pngMaximon -- Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaMayan tradition mix with Catholic influence to create unique customs and beliefs like this Maximon in Atitlan -- Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/guatewater.pngGuateWater -- Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaThe exquisite water of Rio Dulce -- Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/aprilinatitlan.pngAprilinAtitlan -- Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaBreathtaking views, relaxing in San Pedro, Atitlan. This penthouse suite cost us $5/night for 2 people!!! -- Guatemala -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:46:44+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/01/08/lighting-up-2015/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_1592.jpgCrossing Volcanic chain to get to coast --Karina NoriegaVolcan de Fuego looms in the background -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_1481.jpgEnjoying a Coco Loco in Chulamar, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaEnjoying a Coco Loco in Chulamar, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_1555.jpgTropical New Years -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_1535.jpgPacific Ocean Sunset -- Karina NoriegaPacific Ocean Sunset -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_1594.jpgHappy New Year's 2015 from Karina and AprilHappy New Year's 2015 from Karina and Aprilhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_1585.jpgRoadside Market, Escuintla, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaRoadside Market, Escuintla, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/img_1579.jpgFisherman throw nets over the Pacific waves -- Karina NoriegaFisherman throw nets over the Pacific waves -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:44:53+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/01/06/tropical-new-year/2017-01-20T09:44:39+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2014/12/31/casaguatemala/2017-01-20T09:44:27+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2014/12/31/heroes-for-guatemala/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/40566_10150240785645384_129666_n.jpgI can't believe how much she's grown @ Casa Guatemala - 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Karina NoriegaBull Elk, Redwood State Park, California, USA - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/dsc07707.jpgBull Elk, Redwood State Park, California, USA - Karina NoriegaFirst Encounter, Bull Elk, Redwood State Park, California, USA - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/dsc07726.jpgFern Canyon, Redwood State Park, California, USA - Karina NoriegaFern Canyon, Redwood State Park, California, USA - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/dsc07724.jpgStreaming through, Fern Canyon, Redwood State Park, California, USA - Karina NoriegaFern Canyon, Redwood State Park, California, USA - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/dsc07720.jpgFern Canyon, Redwood State Park, California, USA - Karina NoriegaFern Canyon, Redwood State Park, California, USA - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/dsc07712.jpgFern Canyon, Redwood State Park, California, USA - 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Photo by Kerstin SabeneKarina, April and Alex document the childrens' stories during a collaborative project in Antigua, Guatemala. Photo by Kerstin Sabenehttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_1229.jpgAs the children got more confident, they got more playful, even a photobomb here and there. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaAs the children got more confident, they got more playful, even a photobomb here and there. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_1221.jpgSome of the kids were visibly nervous at the beginning. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaSome of the kids were visibly nervous at the beginning. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_1217.jpgPrepping the kids on sharing with us all about their role in the project. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaPrepping the kids on sharing with us all about their role in the project. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_1206.jpgAlex and Karina get the children to share their favourite moments. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordAlex and Karina get the children to share their favourite moments. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_1201.jpgCongratulations are in order for an excellent alfombra Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaCongratulations are in order for an excellent alfombra Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_1185.jpgSponsor George Sansoucy with Teacher Alejandro and his students. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordSponsor George Sansoucy with Teacher Alejandro and his students. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dsc08796.jpgSanta Ines procession arrives. The procession will destroy the carpet as they move the anda over the streets of Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaSanta Ines procession arrives. The procession will destroy the carpet as they move the anda over the streets of Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dsc08783.jpgSanta Ines procession begins to fill the streets around the alfombras, guiding the way for the anda. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaSanta Ines procession begins to fill the streets around the alfombras, guiding the way for the anda. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dsc08725.jpgTeacher Alejandro leads by example. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaTeacher Alejandro leads by example. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:39:15+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/03/31/10-must-read-tips-street-meat/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_0970.jpgLocal street vendor grills fresh meats on a makeshift roadside kitchen. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordLocal street vendor grills fresh meats on a makeshift roadside kitchen. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresford2017-01-20T09:39:01+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/03/28/charm-street-vendor-culture-antigua-guatemala/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/mangos.jpgMujeres preparing mangoes in a stand they set up in the street. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordMujeres preparing mangoes in a stand they set up in the street. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/karina-and-purple-people.jpgKarina stands tall to see over the crowd, admiring the San Bartolo procession march through the Parque Central. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordKarina stands tall to see over the crowd, admiring the San Bartolo procession march through the Parque Central. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_0991.jpgThese kids posed for this photo hoping it would help lure us to the business they were supporting. Unfortunately we had already spent the previous half hour stuffing our faces with cotton candy and street meat. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordThese kids posed for this photo hoping it would help lure us to the business they were supporting. Unfortunately we had already spent the previous half hour stuffing our faces with cotton candy and street meat. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_0980.jpgWe have no idea what this treat is called but we noticed a large number of men and women marketing this item to people on the street. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordWe have no idea what this treat is called but we noticed a large number of men and women marketing this item to people on the street. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_0980-1.jpgWe have no idea what this treat is called but we noticed a large number of men and women marketing this item to people on the street. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordWe have no idea what this treat is called but we noticed a large number of men and women marketing this item to people on the street. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_0979.jpgWatching Semana Santa come to life in this city it is a marvel to witness as the locals prepare a fabulous meals or cups of coffee with the use of minimal supplies. This young man prepared us a steaming hot cup of coffee for 2Q. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordWatching Semana Santa come to life in this city it is a marvel to witness as the locals prepare a fabulous meals or cups of coffee with the use of minimal supplies. This young man prepared us a steaming hot cup of coffee for 2Q. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_0968.jpgThe roadside kitchens always impress me the most and the great part is, the food is cheap AND it tastes great as well! Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordThe roadside kitchens always impress me the most and the great part is, the food is cheap AND it tastes great as well! Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_0956.jpgWe caught this shot just as the sun was rising and this woman was putting the final touches on her alfombra. She walked around her work patiently dusting a small container of sparkles over her masterpiece. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordWe caught this shot just as the sun was rising and this woman was putting the final touches on her alfombra. She walked around her work patiently dusting a small container of sparkles over her masterpiece. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_0907.jpgIMG_0907Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_0759.jpgTwo little boys were rewarded by their parents with a new pair of sunglasses for having marched for hours in the procession with minimal complains along the way. These kids are young to have such discipline but then again, a reward at the end of the tunnel is the perfect motivation for good behavior! Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordTwo little boys were rewarded by their parents with a new pair of sunglasses for having marched for hours in the procession with minimal complains along the way. These kids are young to have such discipline but then again, a reward at the end of the tunnel is the perfect motivation for good behavior! Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresford2017-01-20T09:38:48+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/03/24/a-little-antigua-guatemala/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/san-bartolo-parque-pano.pngSan Bartolo Becera Procession turning into Parque Central. Thousands participate in the procession, thousands more in attendance. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaSan Bartolo Becera Procession turning into Parque Central. Thousands participate in the procession, thousands more in attendance. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/san-bartolo-parque-2.pngSan Bartolo Becera Procession turning into Parque Central. Thousands participate in the procession, thousands more in attendance. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaSan Bartolo Becera Procession turning into Parque Central. Thousands participate in the procession, thousands more in attendance. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/santa-inez-procession-womens-anda.pngSanta Inez Procession - Womens AndaAntigua, Guatemala - -Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/santa-inez-procession-upclose-kids.pngSanta Inez Procession - Upclose kidsAntigua, Guatemala - -Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/santa-inez-procession-band-lead.pngSanta Inez Procession - Band LeadAntigua, Guatemala - -Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/old-marimba-antigua.pngOld Marimba AntiguaAntigua, Guatemala - -Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/milkgoat.pngChildren get fresh goats milk downtown Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaChildren get fresh goats milk downtown Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/lissa-wedding.pngAntigua is romantic! Antigua, Guatemala - -Karina NoriegaAntigua is romantic! Antigua, Guatemala - -Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/april-the-tourist.pngApril the TouristAntigua, Guatemala - -Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/antigua-fireman.pngAntigua FiremanAntigua, Guatemala - -Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:38:28+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/03/13/obeisance-alfombras/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/alfombras-feet.pngAfter the procession passes, the freshly made alfombras become indistinct ashes of coloured sawdust. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaAfter the procession passes, the freshly made alfombras become indistinct ashes of coloured sawdust. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/alfombras-left-behind.pngAfter the clean up crews that follow closely behind each procession, outlines of the alfombras remain behind as the sawdust fills in the cobblestone streets of Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaAfter the clean up crews that follow closely behind each procession, outlines of the alfombras remain behind as the sawdust fills in the cobblestone streets of Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/alfombras-first-steps.pngThe first steps taken onto the alfombra by the procession bearers. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaThe first steps taken onto the alfombra by the procession bearers. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/santa-inez-procession-first-steps.pngSanta Inez Procession - First Steps2017-01-20T09:38:16+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/03/10/semuc-champey-guatemala/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_2200.jpgSemuc Champey, Guatemala get my vote for natural wonder of the world.-- Karina NoriegaSemuc Champey, Guatemala get my vote for natural wonder of the world.-- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/semuc-upriver.pngSemuc - Upriverhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/semuc-tourists.pngSemuc - Touristshttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/semuc-toppools.pngSemuc - TopPoolshttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/semuc-surf.pngSemuc - Surfhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/semuc-peek.pngSemuc - Peekhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/semuc-pano-lowpool.pngLower pools, panoramic @ Semuc Champey, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaLower pools, panoramic @ Semuc Champey, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/semuc-pano-highpool.pngBliss, high pools panoramic @ Semuc Champey, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaBliss, high pools panoramic @ Semuc Champey, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/semuc-lowpool.pngLower pools, panoramic @ Semuc Champey, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaLower pools, panoramic @ Semuc Champey, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/semuc-lowfalls.pngSemuc - LowFalls2017-01-20T09:37:51+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/03/06/velacion-santa-ines/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/veladora-pano.pngCrowds come to pray and observe at the Velación de la Venerada Imagen de Jesús Nazareno, Aldea Santa Inés del Montepulciano. Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaCrowds come to pray and observe at the Velación de la Venerada Imagen de Jesús Nazareno, Aldea Santa Inés del Montepulciano. Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/veladora-combo.pngAlfombras and the nativity scene of the Velación de la Venerada Imagen de Jesús Nazareno, Aldea Santa Inés del Montepulciano. Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaAlfombras and the nativity scene of the Velación de la Venerada Imagen de Jesús Nazareno, Aldea Santa Inés del Montepulciano. Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/veladora-alfombra.pngSawdust carpets are iconic Guatemalan tradition. Velación de la Venerada Imagen de Jesús Nazareno, Aldea Santa Inés del Montepulciano. Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaSawdust carpets are iconic Guatemalan tradition. Velación de la Venerada Imagen de Jesús Nazareno, Aldea Santa Inés del Montepulciano. Guatemala -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:37:39+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/03/05/hotter-than-hell/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/dsc07050.jpgBy day explorers cannot miss the signs scattered all over the park warning not to stroll the landscape after 10am. We woke up at 5am to enjoy the breathtaking sunrise and to explore some of the trails before the heat hit dangerous levels. At 10am we headed to the visitor center where we spent most of the day camped out on the floor with our laptops, pounding back fruit and water to help us rehydrate. Death Valley, California, USA -- Karina NoriegaBy day explorers cannot miss the signs scattered all over the park warning not to stroll the landscape after 10am. We woke up at 5am to enjoy the breathtaking sunrise and to explore some of the trails before the heat hit dangerous levels. At 10am we headed to the visitor center where we spent most of the day camped out on the floor with our laptops, pounding back fruit and water to help us rehydrate. Death Valley, California, USA -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/dsc07028-2.jpgWe didn’t want to overheat our engine so we only ran the air-conditioning intermittently. Basically we endured the heat until one of us begged the other to be released from the torture chamber. Death Valley, California, USA -- Karina NoriegaWe didn’t want to overheat our engine so we only ran the air-conditioning intermittently. Basically we endured the heat until one of us begged the other to be released from the torture chamber. Death Valley, California, USA -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/dsc07003.jpgThe Devil’s Golf Course is a huge salt pan on the floor of Death Valley, located in the Mojave Desert. The area was once covered by Lake Manly and when the water evaporated all that remained behind was salt chalked full of minerals. Because the area now remains dry, the salt flat is subject to weathering and erosion processes which sculpt the salt into magnificent formations. Quite the sight to behold. Death Valley, California, USA -- Karina NoriegaThe Devil’s Golf Course is a huge salt pan on the floor of Death Valley, located in the Mojave Desert. The area was once covered by Lake Manly and when the water evaporated all that remained behind was salt chalked full of minerals. Because the area now remains dry, the salt flat is subject to weathering and erosion processes which sculpt the salt into magnificent formations. Quite the sight to behold. Death Valley, California, USA -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/dsc06951.jpgThrough all the suffering we endured, to watch the rising sun break over the world famous Zabriskie Point, this was a moment in time I will never forget. Death Valley, California, USA -- Karina NoriegaThrough all the suffering we endured, to watch the rising sun break over the world famous Zabriskie Point, this was a moment in time I will never forget. Death Valley, California, USA -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/dsc06947.jpgZabriskie Point, Death Valley, California, USA -- Karina NoriegaZabriskie Point, Death Valley, California, USA -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:37:30+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/02/24/lost-my-face/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/monumentvalley.pngMonument Valley at Sunset, Utah, USA -- Karina NoriegaMonument Valley at Sunset, Utah, USA -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/sapawlam.pngMyself and Lam, high up in Sapa, Vietnam -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/phantylove.pngMy special friend - learning elephant care in Northern Thailand -- Karina NoriegaMy special friend - learning elephant care and bonding in Northern Thailand -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/cuchibullets.pngLessons in AK's at the Cuchi Tunnels in Southern Vietnam -- Karina NoriegaLessons in AK's at the Cuchi Tunnels in Southern Vietnam -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/brazildrink.pngCaipirinhas on the beach @ Morro de Sao Paulo, Brazil -- Karina NoriegaCaipirinhas on the beach @ Morro de Sao Paulo, Brazil -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:37:16+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/02/20/travel-partners-from-hell-photofriday/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc00576.jpgWhen you can't beat them, join them :) -- Karina NoriegaApril: When you can't beat them, join them :) -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc00460.jpgGone to the dogs, South Carolina, USA - Karina NoriegaGone to the dogs, South Carolina, USA - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc00459.jpgGone to the dogs, South Carolina, USA - Karina NoriegaGone to the dogs, South Carolina, USA - Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:37:00+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/02/17/suriname-files/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc01585.jpgDowntown Paramaribo, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaDowntown Paramaribo, Suriname -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc01943.jpgA new friend - Suriname -- Karina NoriegaA new friend - Suriname -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc015541.jpgDowntown Paramaribo, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaDowntown Paramaribo, Suriname -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc01654.jpgI love Suriname - Paramaribo, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaI love Suriname - Paramaribo, Suriname -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc01632.jpgCarifesta rehearsal - Paramaribo, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaCarifesta rehearsal - Paramaribo, Suriname -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc01620.jpgSunset over the river - Paramaribo, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaSunset over the river - Paramaribo, Suriname -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc01560.jpgDowntown Paramaribo, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaDowntown Paramaribo, Suriname -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:36:44+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/02/13/time-travel/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/i-know-you-want-me.jpgi know you want meDavid Bowie, that's so 80's - www.karinasextraordinarylife.comhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/80s-084.jpgDid they even do DUCK FACE in the 80's?? -- www.karinasextraordinarylife.comDid they even do DUCK FACE in the 80's?? -- www.karinasextraordinarylife.comhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/80s-057.jpgJane Fonda, what else?! -- www.karinasextraordinarylife.com2017-01-20T09:36:12+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/02/12/a-chance-encounter/2017-01-20T09:35:51+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/02/10/travel-girls-be-one/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc06182.jpgJump for joy @ Parque Central, Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/inwaavaamarapuraubeinmyanmar054.jpgU Bein, Myanmar -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc03779.jpgA rainy day at the Louve helps the crowds stay away Paris, France -- Karina NoriegaA rainy day at the Louve helps the crowds stay away Paris, France -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/2009_0219mexico0447.jpgMy first solo backpacker adventure down the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico -- Karina NoriegaMy first solo backpacker adventure down the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dscn3011.jpgTemple top panorama over Vietnam -- Karina NoriegaTemple top panorama over Vietnam -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/angkor-wat-angkor-thom-cambodia-069.jpgAngkor Wat, Cambodia -- Karina NoriegaAngkor Wat in the Rain, Cambodia -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:35:32+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/02/01/please-vote-for-me/2017-01-20T09:34:39+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/01/28/no-pants-subway-ride-the-film/2017-01-20T09:34:27+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/01/28/no-pants-subway/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/p1090901.jpgNo Pants Subway Ride, Toronto, Canada -- Karina NoriegaThe hardest was walking along stations with no pants on -- No Pants Subway Ride, Toronto, Canada -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/p1090890.jpgNo Pants Subway Ride, Toronto, Canada -- Karina NoriegaNo Pants Subway Ride, Toronto, Canada -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/p1090888.jpgNo Pants Subway Ride, Toronto, Canada -- Karina NoriegaFinally got as comfortable, as a pant less person can really get on a wintry subway ride -- No Pants Subway Ride, Toronto, Canada -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/p1090848.jpgNo Pants Subway Ride, Toronto, Canada -- Karina NoriegaNo Pants Subway Ride, Toronto, Canada -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/p1090840.jpgNo Pants Subway Ride, Toronto, Canada -- Karina NoriegaI has NO Poker Face :P No Pants Subway Ride, Toronto, Canada -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/p1090825.jpgNo Pants Subway Ride, Toronto, Canada -- Karina NoriegaApril and Joe - My days Heroes :) No Pants Subway Ride, Toronto, Canada -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:34:15+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/01/21/santigron-suriname/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/1185792_10153154404980384_1356074990_n.jpgOnce they decided I was ok - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaOnce they decided I was ok - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/dsc01910.jpgDining area of the eco-hotel - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaDining area of the eco-hotel - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/dsc01892.jpgLocal woman and her pet monkey - - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaLocal woman and her pet monkey - - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/dsc01883.jpgClay pots cook over a fire. Made by the Amerindians of the Amazon, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaClay pots cook over a fire. Made by the Amerindians of the Amazon, Suriname -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/dsc01871.jpgMe, Jane - Santigron Amazon, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaMe, Jane - Santigron Amazon, Suriname -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/dsc01865.jpgLearning to find water in the Amazon - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaLearning to find water in the Amazon - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/dsc01854.jpgDrums of Santigron, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaDrums of Santigron, Suriname -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/dsc01820.jpgA small caiman studies us from the muddy embankment - - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaA small caiman studies us from the muddy embankment - - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/dsc01814.jpgHeaded into the wild amazon and a plethora of wild encounters to come - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaHeaded into the wild amazon and a plethora of wild encounters to come - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/dsc01798.jpgAnaconda gets entangled in a fisherman's net - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina NoriegaAnaconda gets entangled in a fisherman's net - Santigron, Suriname -- Karina Noriega 2017-01-20T09:33:52+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/01/15/guatemala-cost-breakdown/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/santa-inez-procession-smoke.pngThe main 'anda' carries Jesus Cristo de Nazarene through the street of Antigua, Guatemala. -- Karina NoriegaThe main 'anda' carries Jesus Cristo de Nazarene through the street of Antigua, Guatemala. -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/alfombras-workers.pngLocal people work diligently at creating alfombras. 1. Patterns and designs follow a pre-made mould. 2. Women lay pine and rose petal frames on their alfombra. 3. A man carefully cuts out fragrant flowers to lay on his alfombra. --Karina NoriegaLocal people work diligently at creating alfombras. 1. Patterns and designs follow a pre-made mould. 2. Women lay pine and rose petal frames on their alfombra. 3. A man carefully cuts out fragrant flowers to lay on his alfombra. --Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/alfombras-variety-combo.pngAlfombras range widely in design and materials. Each carpet is unique and changes for every procession. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaAlfombras range widely in design and materials. Each carpet is unique and changes for every procession. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/alfombras-selfie.pngSelfie to celebrate the upcoming procession of Santa Ines. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaSelfie to celebrate the upcoming procession of Santa Ines. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/alfombras-close-up.pngBrightly coloured sawdust is arranged into beautiful patterns to create iconic alfombras during Semana Santa. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaBrightly coloured sawdust is arranged into beautiful patterns to create iconic alfombras during Semana Santa. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/alfombra-street-view.pngAlfombras made of coloured sawdust and flowers adorn the streets of Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/volcano-panorama.pngVolcano Panorama -- Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaVolcano Panorama viewed from atop Volcan Pacaya -- Guatemala -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:33:18+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/04/14/language-school-i/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/pilas-with-volcano.jpgTypical pilas used by indigenous women to their washing. Antigua, Guatemala. -- April BeresfordTypical pilas used by indigenous women to their washing. Antigua, Guatemala. -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_0679.jpgChoosing the right environment for learning is one of the top priorities. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordChoosing the right environment for learning is one of the top priorities. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_0528.jpgApril's Spanish School in Antigua, GuatemalaApril's Spanish School in Antigua, Guatemalahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dsc05308.jpgMoney, money-money, MOney! Guatemalan QuetzalMoney, money-money, MOney! Guatemalan Quetzalhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/154101_469966408918_7484118_n.jpgSafety first. Guatemala -- April BeresfordSafety first. Guatemala -- April Beresford2017-01-20T09:31:38+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/07/20/culture-shock-porcelain-throne/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/did.pngSometimes bathroom humour can be taken WAY too far!Sometimes bathroom humour can be taken WAY too far!https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/worlds-best.pngAlways take pride in your accomplishments!Always take pride in your accomplishments!https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/its-good.jpgPerhaps science can convert you into being a squat toilet fan? Too much information? Ok... sorry about that!Perhaps science can convert you into being a squat toilet fan? Too much information? Ok... sorry about that!https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/untitled-design.pngUntitled designhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/img_2098.jpgThere is a first time for everything! Lukang, Taiwan - Karina NoriegaThere is a first time for everything! Lukang, Taiwan - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/which-would-you-choose.png2017-01-20T09:30:48+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/07/13/culture-shock-and-chinese-driver/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/dsc01248.jpgChina seems to encourage their citizens to drive scooters, or electric bikes as they call them here, by having designated lanes and even putting up these little shade huts so that drivers don’t have to endure the sun while waiting for the traffic light to change. (Neither one of these things is respected much but it’s nice to see the effort ) Guilin, Guanxi, China – Karina NoriegaChina seems to encourage their citizens to drive scooters, or electric bikes as they call them here, by having designated lanes and even putting up these little shade huts so that drivers don’t have to endure the sun while waiting for the traffic light to change. (Neither one of these things is respected much but it’s nice to see the effort ) Guilin, Guanxi, China – Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/dsc01888.jpgThe high altitude terraces of the Longji area provide glimpses of these phenomenon of human engineering between the misty clouds of the rainy season. Dazhai, Guanxi, China – Karina NoriegaThe high altitude terraces of the Longji area provide glimpses of these phenomenon of human engineering between the misty clouds of the rainy season. Dazhai, Guanxi, China – Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/dsc01675.jpgBicycles are the ideal way to explore most old towns. West Street, Yangshuo, Guanxi, China – Karina NoriegaBicycles are the ideal way to explore most old towns. West Street, Yangshuo, Guanxi, China – Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/dsc01323.jpgEven the large passenger boats cruising down the Li river use their horns relentlessly as they attempt passing maneuvers in areas where water depth is acceptable only in single lane areas. Li River, Guanxi, China – Karina NoriegaEven the large passenger boats cruising down the Li river use their horns relentlessly as they attempt passing maneuvers in areas where water depth is acceptable only in single lane areas. Li River, Guanxi, China – Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/dsc01943.jpgIt was a close call, but we finally made it to the Longji Terraces. We braved near death on Chinese highways and flooded and eroded mountain roads plus a 50 minute trek up to the village in the pitch dark. Longji Terraces, Guanxi, China – Karina NoriegaIt was a close call, but we finally made it to the Longji Terraces. We braved near death on Chinese highways and flooded and eroded mountain roads plus a 50 minute trek up to the village in the pitch dark. Longji Terraces, Guanxi, China – Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/dsc01899.jpgWater filled terraces where the rice grows twice a year provided unforgettable sights and beautiful hikes in the cool, high mountain weather. Ping An, Guanxi, China – Karina NoriegaWater filled terraces where the rice grows twice a year provided unforgettable sights and beautiful hikes in the cool, high mountain weather. Ping An, Guanxi, China – Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/dsc01849.jpgBicycles can be rented from most guesthouses for as little as 10RMB per day (US$2) There are often designated bike lanes in cities though don’t expect anyone to actually respect that fact. For getting out into the country side, especially the karst carved scenes along the Yulong river, there is nothing better than the freedom and flexibility of a bike. Guanxi, China – Karina NoriegaBicycles can be rented from most guesthouses for as little as 10RMB per day (US$2) There are often designated bike lanes in cities though don’t expect anyone to actually respect that fact. For getting out into the country side, especially the karst carved scenes along the Yulong river, there is nothing better than the freedom and flexibility of a bike. Guanxi, China – Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/img_5035.jpgFirst time riding on a Chinese public bus. The whole system is made easier by curious locals eager to speak English and help us determine our stop. Guilin, Guanxi, China – Karina NoriegaFirst time riding on a Chinese public bus. The whole system is made easier by curious locals eager to speak English and help us determine our stop. Guilin, Guanxi, China – Karina Noriega 2017-01-20T09:30:33+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/06/10/culture-shock-taiwanese-palate/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_2378.jpgIMG_2378https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_2377.jpgIMG_2377https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_2355.jpgImpulse purchase at local market. The name of this desert remains unknown do to the language barrier but we can confirm (based on observations of desert construction), that the crape-like wrap contains a hunk of vanilla icecream covered in candy peanut dust (which was formed by shaving a big block of peanuts that were petrified in some form of candy-based hardened glue). A definite 'must try.' It only ran us about 15 NTD. Cheap and yummy, as always with Taiwanese street food! Taipei, Taiwan - Karina Noriegaal market. The name of this desert remains unknown do to the language barrier but we can confirm (based on observations of desert construction), that the crape-like wrap contains a hunk of vanilla icecream covered in candy peanut dust (which was formed by shaving a big block of peanuts that were petrified in some form of candy-based hardened glue). A definite 'must try.' It only ran us about 15 NTD. Cheap and yummy, as always with Taiwanese street food! Taipei, Taiwan - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_4315.jpgThe tastiest desert in the whole bloody world. Feast your eyes...on...MANGO ICE. If you visit Taiwan it would be foolish not to try this. Pay what you must. Sell your first born if you have to. (Actually, it will only run you about anywhere from 120 to 190NTD for a huge bowl that is more than enough for two people. (Cost varies depending on if you get it in a cute boutique shop or at a stand at the street market) It is easiest to find in Taipei so don't waste any time if you hit this beautiful city. Make sure you order it with milk as a base instead of water. It's creamier. So delicious! Taipei, TaiwanThe tastiest desert in the whole bloody world. Feast your eyes...on...MANGO ICE. If you visit Taiwan it would be foolish not to try this. Pay what you must. Sell your first born if you have to. (Actually, it will only run you about anywhere from 120 to 190NTD for a huge bowl that is more than enough for two people. (Cost varies depending on if you get it in a cute boutique shop or at a stand at the street market) It is easiest to find in Taipei so don't waste any time if you hit this beautiful city. Make sure you order it with milk as a base instead of water. It's creamier. So delicious! https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/dsc00372.jpgTasty octopus tentacles! Hualien, Taiwan - Karina NoriegaTasty octopus tentacles! Hualien, Taiwan - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/dsc00370.jpgOctopus Fillet anyone? Taipei, Taiwan - Karina NoriegaOctopus Fillet anyone? Taipei, Taiwan - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/dsc09942.jpgFresh duck head. Yum! Taipei, Taiwan - Karina NoriegaFresh duck head. Yum! Taipei, Taiwan - Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/dsc00341.jpgGizzards brains, random organs, faces, and other flesh bits that formerly belonged to various winged creatures. Good stuff! Taichung, Taiwan - April BeresfordGizzards brains, random organs, faces, and other flesh bits that formerly belonged to various winged creatures. Good stuff! Taichung, Taiwan - April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_4269.jpgIMG_4269https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_4210.jpgIn Taiwan they provide milk lovers with MANY varieties of milk, (not just the traditional alternatives to white I am accustom to; strawberry and chocolate). You can get apple milk even! I did not taste said delicacy. Regretting that fact now that we have left Taiwan. Taepei, Taiwan - April BeresfordIn Taiwan they provide milk lovers with MANY varieties of milk, (not just the traditional alternatives to white I am accustom to; strawberry and chocolate). You can get apple milk even! I did not taste said delicacy. Regretting that fact now that we have left Taiwan. Taepei, Taiwan - April Beresford2017-01-20T09:30:17+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/06/06/teaching-backpacking-guatemala/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09387.jpgDSC09387April and her Dad floating on the Rio Dulce, through the jungle, on route to Livingston. Rio Dulce, Guatemala. -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_2394.jpgThe most beautiful lake in the world, Lago de Atitlan, Guatemala -- April BeresfordThe most beautiful lake in the world, Lago de Atitlan, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_2105.jpgSemuc Champey pools in the Cahabòn River, Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. -- Karina NoriegaSemuc Champey pools in the Cahabòn River, Alta Verapaz, Guatemala. -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_1021.jpgFlowered carpets known as alfombras adorn the streets of Antigua during one of the worlds most impressive religious festivals, Semana Santa. Antigua, Guatemala --April BeresfordFlowered carpets known as alfombras adorn the streets of Antigua during one of the worlds most impressive religious festivals, Semana Santa. Antigua, Guatemala --April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_0673.jpgThe impressive Volcan de Agua. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordThe impressive Volcan de Agua. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_0520.jpgCatedral de San José in the parque central. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordCatedral de San José in the parque central. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_0426.jpgOutdoor markets are one of the most charming elements of this city. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordOutdoor markets are one of the most charming elements of this city. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09578.jpgWe may have jumped out of a plane together but I didn't have the guts to jump off the waterfall. You are one up on me now, Dad! Livingston, Guatemala -- April BeresfordWe may have jumped out of a plane together but I didn't have the guts to jump off the waterfall. You are one up on me now, Dad! Livingston, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09547.jpgApril and RIck cooling off from the Jungle heat in Siete Altares. Livingston, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaApril and RIck cooling off from the Jungle heat in Siete Altares. Livingston, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09537.jpgHiking through the tropical of eastern Guatemala in search of magical waterfalls. Livingston, Guatemala -- April BeresfordHiking through the tropical of eastern Guatemala in search of magical waterfalls. Livingston, Guatemala -- April Beresford2017-01-20T09:29:54+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/06/04/culture-shock-sorry-complex/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/ajs-trip-pics-086.jpgBack in Canada, our spaces are a bit more open, correspondingly, our personal bubbles are much larger! Lake Moraine, Alberta, CanadaBack in Canada, our spaces are a bit more open, correspondingly, our personal bubbles are much larger! Lake Moraine, Alberta, Canadahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_1935.jpgHong Kong skyscrapers fills the skylines of the islands.Hong Kong skyscrapers fills the skylines of the islands. https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/img_4121.jpg`Pandamonium! Arriving in Hong Kong -- Karina's Extraordinary LifePandamonium! Arriving in Hong Kong -- Karina's Extraordinary Life2017-01-20T09:29:33+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/05/30/travel-rollercoaster-guatemala-hong-kong/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_40821.jpgThe Hong Kong skyline.The Hong Kong skyline.https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_40501.jpgJust one of a dozen unreal magazine like lobby's, complete with enormous indoor/outdoor pool (giant conch shells fill the pool!) and crystal chandelier 20 feet tall... Did I mention the view of Hong Kong Island over the bay?! There literally an army of doormen and security in white gloves and long tailed tuxes welcoming us at every turn. This is not some fancy hotel where we would spend our entire budget for one night. We are #couchsurfing our way through Asia to ensure a real connection with the people who make up the places and cultures we visit... And this is one of the ways! @travelettes @girlsvsglobe @couchsurfing #TravelLikeALocal #HongKongJust one of a dozen unreal magazine like lobby's, complete with enormous indoor/outdoor pool (giant conch shells fill the pool!) and crystal chandelier 20 feet tall... Did I mention the view of Hong Kong Island over the bay?! There literally an army of doormen and security in white gloves and long tailed tuxes welcoming us at every turn. This is not some fancy hotel where we would spend our entire budget for one night. We are #couchsurfing our way through Asia to ensure a real connection with the people who make up the places and cultures we visit... And this is one of the ways! @travelettes @girlsvsglobe @couchsurfing #TravelLikeALocal #HongKonghttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_40641.jpgHong Kong Skyline from Kowloon area -- Karina NoriegaHong Kong Skyline from Kowloon area -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_40751.jpgHong Kong DollarsHong Kong Dollarshttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_40311.jpgFlight to Hong Kong -- Karina NoriegaHow's this for a point of view?! We just flew 15 hours clear across the #Arctic #NorthPole to the complete other side of the planet! No, it's not an upside down world, or even a sideways one but it is a time warp. We had more than 24 hours of continues daylight! Didn't even have to change our clocks, am just become pm and the sky finally went dark somewhere around northern China. Positive Point is we made it Hong Kong. Ultra suck point, our bags did not. After 3 days of journeying from Guatemala to Asia, I can't even access clean underwear!!!!! Come on!!! Earth -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_40061.jpgWe have officially departed Guatemala. Our first two flights were great, minus the 6 hour layover spent battling ATMs and the 12 phone calls to our banks when every single credit/debit card failed!!!!! Crisis averted. Made it to New York, aaaaand our flight is cancelled! So thanks to @CathayPacific we are now fed and resting happily @RamadaHotel Feeling awesome. Catching the next flight to Hong Kong 16 hours later. #TravelWoes #AroundTheWorld #PositiveThinkingWe have officially departed Guatemala. Our first two flights were great, minus the 6 hour layover spent battling ATMs and the 12 phone calls to our banks when every single credit/debit card failed!!!!! Crisis averted. Made it to New York, aaaaand our flight is cancelled! So thanks to @CathayPacific we are now fed and resting happily @RamadaHotel Feeling awesome. Catching the next flight to Hong Kong 16 hours later. #TravelWoes #AroundTheWorld #PositiveThinkinghttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_39621.jpg#OneWayTicket Starting with #HongKong #Taiwan #Macau #China overland to #Mongolia and so many more. Have you been there? Live in any of these country? We'd love to hear your tips :) don't forget to follow along with our journey www.KarinasExtraordinaryLife.com. #Travel #Asia #GirlsvsGlobe #Wanderlust #Travelgram #traveltuesday#OneWayTicket Starting with #HongKong #Taiwan #Macau #China overland to #Mongolia and so many more. Have you been there? Live in any of these country? We'd love to hear your tips :) don't forget to follow along with our journey www.KarinasExtraordinaryLife.com. #Travel #Asia #GirlsvsGlobe #Wanderlust #Travelgram #traveltuesday2017-01-20T09:29:16+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/05/26/adios-guatemala-hello-hongkong/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc08536.jpgDevouring some street food during Semana Santa. Antigua, Guatemala --Karina NoriegaDevouring some street food during Semana Santa. Antigua, Guatemala --Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc08535.jpgBlue torillas and random meats. My idea of a fantastic cheap and tasty meal. Antigua, Guatemala --Karina NoriegaBlue torillas and random meats. My idea of a fantastic cheap and tasty meal. Antigua, Guatemala --Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/whats-in-the-orange-bag-2.pngThe magnificent Lago De Atitlan --Atitlan, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaThe magnificent Lago De Atitlan --Atitlan, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_1385.jpgVolunteering in Guatemala at an organization that keeps kids off the streets and in school. Guatemala City, GuatemalaVolunteering in Guatemala at an organization that keeps kids off the streets and in school. Guatemala City, Guatemala https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_2464.jpgIMG_2464https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_2222.jpgRiding a really, REALLY fast boat on Lake AtitlanRiding a really, REALLY fast boat on Lake Atitlan https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_2308.jpgIMG_2308https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_0498.jpgRide the wave through life! Karina and AprilRide the wave through life! Karina and Aprilhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/whats-in-the-orange-bag-1.pngWhat's In The Orange Bag? The only clothes April will have access to on our journey across the world! -Guatemala City, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaWhat's In The Orange Bag? The only clothes April will have access to on our journey across the world! -Guatemala City, Guatemala -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:29:00+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/05/15/pirates-produce-guatemalan-market/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_18811.jpgHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_1888.jpgHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_1887.jpgHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_1886.jpgHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_1885.jpgHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_1884.jpgHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/img_1881.jpgHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordHuipiles are the most common traditional garment worn by indigenous women from central Mexico to Central America. The style of traditional huipils generally indicates the ethnicity and community of the wearer as each have their own methods of creating the fabric and decorations. Some have intricate and meaningful designs. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresford2017-01-20T09:28:50+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/05/12/extraordinary-guide-guatemala-rio-dulce/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/100_8941.jpgChildren at Casa Guatemala gather around Karina, Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- April BeresfordChildren at Casa Guatemala gather around Karina, Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09420.jpgLocals all seem to agree that the image on the cliff rock is a cow. But my money is entirely of whale! Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaLocals all seem to agree that the image on the cliff rock is a cow. But my money is entirely of whale! Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09418.jpgEntering the enormous jungle gorge of Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaEntering the enormous jungle gorge of Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09413.jpgStop at Aguas Calientes, for a dip. Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaStop at Aguas Calientes, for a dip. Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09402.jpgOne of my absolute favourite spots. The water lily village near Aguas Calientes, Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaOne of my absolute favourite spots. The water lily village near Aguas Calientes, Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09400.jpgMayan girls approach our lancha to sell crafts, Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaMayan girls approach our lancha to sell crafts, Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09396.jpgMayan villages on the banks of the Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaMayan villages on the banks of the Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09394.jpgIslands of mangroves support an enormous aviary population. Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaIslands of mangroves support an enormous aviary population. Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09326.jpgFair week at Fronteras, Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina Noriega Fair week at Fronteras, Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09292.jpgView from the bridge over the Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaView from the bridge over the Rio Dulce, Guatemala -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:28:27+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/05/08/fishing-virginia-usa/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09533.jpgOur wonderful couchsurfing host and good friend, Julio. -- Karina NoriegaOur wonderful couchsurfing host and good friend, Julio. -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09489.jpgFish fry, anyone? --SmithMountain Lake, Virgina -- Karina NoriegaFish fry, anyone? --SmithMountain Lake, Virgina -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09481.jpgMaking new, slimy friends in the hot Virginian sun. Now THAT is our idea of a good time!! SmithMountainLake, Virginia -- April BeresfordMaking new, slimy friends in the hot Virginian sun. Now THAT is our idea of a good time!! SmithMountainLake, Virginia -- April Beresford2017-01-20T09:28:15+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/05/05/never-too-late-become-explorer/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09630.jpgDad and I in the parque central. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaDad and I in the parque central. Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:28:04+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/05/02/extraordinary-guide-guatemala-livingston/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/riodulcewall.jpgEntering the Rio Dulce jungle canyon. Rio Dulce, GuatemalaEntering the Rio Dulce jungle canyon. Rio Dulce, Guatemalahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc094501.jpgApril and I made multiple visits to Vilma's empanada emporium :) Livingston, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaApril and I made multiple visits to Vilma's empanada emporium :) Livingston, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09615.jpgTapado is the most authentic Garifuna dish and an important part of the culture. And it's absolutely delicious!! Livingston, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaTapado is the most authentic Garifuna dish and an important part of the culture. And it's absolutely delicious!! Livingston, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09606.jpgAt one of the lower pools. Follow the river through the jungle up to the waterfalls of Siete Altares, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaAt one of the lower pools. Follow the river through the jungle up to the waterfalls of Siete Altares, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09593.jpgApril and her Dad visit Siete Altares, Guatemala with their honorary local guide: Me :) -- Karina NoriegaApril and her Dad visit Siete Altares, Guatemala with their honorary local guide: Me :) -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09591.jpgFollow the river through the jungle up to the waterfalls of Siete Altares, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaFollow the river through the jungle up to the waterfalls of Siete Altares, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09585.jpgMe soupChilling in a tiny pool of the most refreshing water while hiking up to the waterfalls of Siete Altares, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09563.jpgJumping off the waterfalls at Siete Altares, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaJumping off the waterfalls at Siete Altares, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09549.jpgApril swimming in the waterfall pools at Siete Altares, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaApril swimming in the waterfall pools at Siete Altares, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/dsc09535.jpgFollow the river through the jungle up to the waterfalls of Siete Altares, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaFollow the river through the jungle up to the waterfalls of Siete Altares, Guatemala -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:27:54+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/04/28/maximize-language-school-iii/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/me-and-chepe.jpgSpending time with my host family. Xela, Guatemala -- April BeresfordSpending time with my host family. Xela, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/holy-shit-she-is-short.jpgSpending time with my host family. Xela, Guatemala -- April BeresfordSpending time with my host family. Xela, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/everyone-but-me.jpgOut for a night on the town, eating typical Guatemala food at a local restaurant, La Cuevita De Los Urquizu. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordOut for a night on the town, eating typical Guatemala food at a local restaurant, La Cuevita De Los Urquizu. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresford https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/cheese-fucker.jpgBrowsing through local shops with some new friends. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordBrowsing through local shops with some new friends. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/study-space.jpgStudy Space- This is the area in the hostel where I typically did my studying. It was the designated smoking area but it was used for such purposes, infrequently Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordStudy Space- This is the area in the hostel where I typically did my studying. It was the designated smoking area but it was used for such purposes, infrequently Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/messy-hostel-kitchen.jpgMessy Hostel Kitchen- Unfortunately when you are staying in a hostel, some patrons fail to clean up after themselves. Maid staff will clean up the mess when it bottlenecks but I encourage you to be a respectful traveler and clean up your own mess. Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordMessy Hostel Kitchen- Unfortunately when you are staying in a hostel, some patrons fail to clean up after themselves. Maid staff will clean up the mess when it bottlenecks but I encourage you to be a respectful traveler and clean up your own mess. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresford https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/hostel-bedroom-2.jpgHostel Bedroom 1 or 2- View of my hostel bedroom. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresford.Hostel Bedroom 1 or 2- View of my hostel bedroom. Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresford.https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/rooftop-laundry.jpgRooftop Laundry- The family I stayed with dried their laundry on a line located directly outside of my bedroom door. The fresh smell of detergent wafted into my bedroom every morning. Xela, Guatemala -- April BeresfordRooftop Laundry- The family I stayed with dried their laundry on a line located directly outside of my bedroom door. The fresh smell of detergent wafted into my bedroom every morning. Xela, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/photo-of-xela.jpgMy bedroom in Xela was a concrete addition added on to the rooftop of the family home. When I stepped outside of my bedroom, this was the view overlooking the city. Xela, Guatemala -- April BeresfordMy bedroom in Xela was a concrete addition added on to the rooftop of the family home. When I stepped outside of my bedroom, this was the view overlooking the city. Xela, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/homestay-room.jpgHomestay Room- Photograph of the accommodations provided by my homestay family. Xela, Guatemala -- April BeresfordHomestay Room- Photograph of the accommodations provided by my homestay family. Xela, Guatemala -- April Beresford2017-01-20T09:27:35+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/04/24/chicken-buses-soul-guatemala/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_0706.jpgIMG_0706Chicken Bus terminal in Antigua under the looming Volcan de Agua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_0690.jpgApril's chicken bus selfie :) She rode the bus to Spanish school everyday, almost always as the sole 'Gringa' (foreigner)! Antigua, Guatemala -- April BeresfordApril's chicken bus selfie :) She rode the bus to Spanish school everyday, almost always as the sole 'Gringa' (foreigner)! Antigua, Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_0689.jpgA rare sight: An empty chicken bus in Guatemala -- April BeresfordA rare sight: An empty chicken bus in Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_0688.jpgChicken buses come in all shapes, sizes and colours, Antigua, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/154902_469949973918_6455118_n.jpgChicken Bus Casualty, Atitlan, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaChicken Bus Casualty, Atitlan, Guatemala -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/149139_469950138918_1727776_n.jpgBefore we actually got to ride a Chicken Bus, Atitlan, Guatemala -- Karina NoriegaBefore we actually got to ride a Chicken Bus, Atitlan, Guatemala -- Karina Noriega2017-01-20T09:27:15+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/04/21/maximize-language-school-ii/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_0675-copy.jpgTercera Semana: Yo hablo un poco de Espanol!! :) Guatemala -- April BeresfordTercera Semana: Yo hablo un poco de Espanol!! :) Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_0535-copy.jpgWeek two: Trying hard, still not sinking in. Guatemala -- April BeresfordWeek two: Trying hard, still not sinking in. Guatemala -- April Beresfordhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/img_0529-copy.jpgWeek one: Scrambled Brain. Guatemala -- April BeresfordWeek one: Scrambled Brain. Guatemala -- April Beresford2017-01-20T09:27:01+00:00monthlyhttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/2015/04/17/celebrity-encounter-blue-ridge/https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dsc09716.jpgThe real life Falcor at Peaceful Heart alpacas. Blue Ridge Parkway: America's Favourite Drive. USA -- Karina NoriegaThe real life Falcor at Peaceful Heart alpacas. Blue Ridge Parkway: America's Favourite Drive. USA -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dsc09615.jpgOutlook @ Blue Ridge Parkway: America's Favourite Drive. USA -- Karina NoriegaOutlook @ Blue Ridge Parkway: America's Favourite Drive. USA -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dsc09584.jpgAnother beautiful sight. Blue Ridge Parkway: America's Favourite Drive. USA -- Karina NoriegaAnother beautiful sight. Blue Ridge Parkway: America's Favourite Drive. USA -- Karina Noriega https://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/dsc09383.jpgEntering the Blue Ridge Parkway: America's Favourite Drive. USA -- Karina NoriegaEntering the Blue Ridge Parkway: America's Favourite Drive. USA -- Karina Noriegahttps://karinasextraordinarylife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/129184591713956690.jpgFalcor, the actor. Thanks to www.icanhascheezburger.com for reading my mind! This photo was too perfect to not share!Falcor, the actor. Thanks to www.icanhascheezburger.com for reading my mind! 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