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Maptrekking is a slow travel blog that helps you have meaningful travel experiences by responsibly immersing yourself in a culture.
After traveling extensively, I realize it’s not about how many countries or continents you’ve been to. My most fulfilling travel moments have happened when I was slow traveling because it gave me the chance to dig deeper into a culture.
Hey, I’m Maria!
I love when travel is life-changing and I want that for you too! My aim is to offer in-depth slow travel guides that are perfect for those wanting to get off the beaten tourist path.
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I’ve come a long way from growing up in an impoverished town of 500 people in the Appalachian mountains. I never imagined that I’d start a slow travel blog and be living a digital nomad lifestyle.
For the last 7 years I’ve lived abroad in Scotland, Ireland, and currently Albania – but maybe you’re wondering how I got to this point. Well, let me tell you it’s a crazy story!
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