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Hi, I'm Megan! I’m an ordinary girl who outgrew her small town and decided to try the world on for size. I’m on a mission to travel, photograph, and write about the world.

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Who is Meganotravels?

Hey, I’m Megan! I’m a full-time consultant and run
a non-profit on the side. And when I’m not doing those
things—I’m traveling! I’m on a mission to travel,
photograph, and write about the world.

Hope you’ll follow along!

What is “Megano?”

An “Italian” name (rhymes with “Figaro”) given to me
by a friend before I studied abroad in Rome. I had to be
more Italian, you see. It’s stuck ever since.

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Ciao, 2024! You’ve had your ups and downs, but I

Ciao, 2024! You’ve had your ups and downs, but I’ve learned a lot and am looking forward to exploring and learning more in 2025. 🥂#2024travel #2024wrapped

That’s a wrap on my 2024 travels! I’ve already

That’s a wrap on my 2024 travels! I’ve already booked all my planned 2025 travels, so stay tuned as I’m hitting some of wishlist places! ✈️ #2024travel #2024wrapped #guatemala #Prague #tallinn #helsinki #tbilisi #tbilisigeorgia #yerevan #armenia #czech #finland #estonia

One month of living in my favorite city again. I’m so happy to be back here and have gotten messages from lots of you telling me that you can sense my happiness even from afar. ❤️❤️

Guatemala was nothing short of perfection. 🥰

Guatemala was nothing short of perfection. 🥰

…and just like that, I moved back to Amsterdam ❤️

It’s hard to believe it’s been a year since I

It’s hard to believe it’s been a year since I said goodbye to my dad. Somewhere along the line, I went from crying multiple times a day to finally being able to smile when I remembered good times, and only crying when I needed him most. I miss hearing his laughter and him calling me “Mae”. I miss his huge bear hugs (he was 6’4” and 250lbs) and feeling safe with him nearby. He made me as angry as he did happy sometimes, as any parent does. But I’d relive it all to have him back for just one more whiskey, one more laugh, and one more Fleetwood Mac song. (Songbird, of course.) I love you and miss you, Dad. ❤️

I miss open curtains and beautiful canal views and

I miss open curtains and beautiful canal views and historic buildings. I miss gezellig nights, apartments, bars, and restaurants. I miss the used bookstore, record shops, and vintage stores. I miss the summers in the park, on a boat on the canal, and bike rides at 10pm as the sun is just setting. I miss church bells and friends saying “doei!” and kissing each other goodbye. I miss outdoor cafes and people watching and 3€ tulips. I miss bicycle bells and everyone crowding any green space when it’s sunny and warm. I miss seeing kids piled in bakfiets or learning to ride bikes on cobblestone streets. I miss the sound of life at 3am when friends are clinking beers and smoking joints and laughing. I miss my life in Amsterdam.

Mornings in Amsterdam looked a little different th

Mornings in Amsterdam looked a little different than they do in Philly. This morning, I woke up early and walked on a treadmill and did a workout while watching a documentary. In Amsterdam, the city was my entertainment while I did my walk/workout. Being back there for 10 days recently wasn’t enough. That city absolutely has my heart. ❤️

2023 was undoubtedly the hardest year of my life.

2023 was undoubtedly the hardest year of my life. There were lots of endings that I’m hoping make way for lots of beginnings this year. 2023 may have crushed my spirit, drained my creativity, broken my heart, and drowned me in a deluge of tears, but I survived and am remaining positive that things can only go up from here. Happy New Year, all! May 2024 bring lots of happiness and love. ❤️

It’s been 10 years since I was last in Morocco a

It’s been 10 years since I was last in Morocco and it’s so great to be back. Absolutely love Marrakech and wandering the Medina at night and the souks during the day. 😍

One of the best parts of being in the states again

One of the best parts of being in the states again is getting to spend time in New York. (And eat dim sum in Chinatown.)

Today we said goodbye to dad after his 18-month ba

Today we said goodbye to dad after his 18-month battle with lung cancer. I never expected to have to say goodbye to him this early in life, but I’m learning all sorts of lessons about life this year. Thanks for teaching me lots of hard lessons and fun skills; giving me my massive love of music (especially ‘70s classic rock); providing an awesome sense of humor; and passing down your love of all things chocolate peanut butter. Love you forever. ❤️

I’m not sure how to sum up 3 years (and 3 days)

I’m not sure how to sum up 3 years (and 3 days) of living in Amsterdam. It was my dream for many many years to live there, and while I thought I would for much longer, I’m eternally grateful for fulfilling that dream.
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Life there was much more than just the city. It was one of the first times I built a true community around me and really lived the life I wanted. Too often I’ve just gone where life has taken me and haven’t truly held the reins and said “this is what I want.” With life in Amsterdam, I did.
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The circumstances under which I’m leaving are sad ones. And I’m not shutting the door completely on it. But for now, the right thing to do is to be near my family during some difficult times. I always said if one of my family members got sick, I’d move back. And I didn’t expect for that to happen so quickly after moving abroad. But sometimes that’s the shit life hands to you.
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So, it’s not farewell, but it’s a see you later and thanks for the amazing life and memories you allowed me to build, Amsterdam. You were truly one of the best adventures I’ve ever had in life. ❤️❤️

No matter where I travel or where I’ll ever live

No matter where I travel or where I’ll ever live again in the future, this city is the most picture perfect place I’ve ever laid eyes on. 🥰

Sunset in Kuwait.

Sunset in Kuwait.

A New York sunset from the Hudson.

A New York sunset from the Hudson.

Riga had been on my must-see list for quite a whil

Riga had been on my must-see list for quite a while. Last weekend I finally got to explore with some lovely friends. Such a beautiful city!

“I've been thinking about my storyline // And ho

“I've been thinking about my storyline // And how your past becomes your present if it's always on your mind.”

I went to Brussels to dig up my past, and instead I found my future.

The weather has been perfect here lately. 🥰

The weather has been perfect here lately. 🥰

Bits of Grand Mosque in Kuwait City 🥰

Bits of Grand Mosque in Kuwait City 🥰

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