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Rugby in the Windy City: A Day with the Chicago Hounds
Summer 2025 | The Indigo Diaries I’m especially excited for this week’s blog because it features an exclusive into Chicago's Rugby Team...
Jul 34 min read


A Beginner’s Photography Guide to Passion, Editing, and Gear Essentials
In this blog, explore how to find your spark in this photography guide, the importance of editing to bring out the best in your shots, and how using the right equipment can enhance your creative process. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these tips will help you take control of your photography journey and start capturing images that truly reflect your vision. Choose your spark Throw back to my early photography! I believe that every passion is fue
Nov 45 min read


What's something you've been meaning to do?
Think about something achievable, something you have been meaning to do. We all have that one thing sitting quietly on our wish list or to-do list, waiting for us to finally make time for it. Maybe it has been there for weeks, months, or even years. We often come up with reasons or excuses for why we have not done it yet. Life gets busy, timing never feels perfect, or we convince ourselves we are not quite ready. But deep down, we know that taking even one small step toward i
Oct 172 min read


Hokusai Exhibit at Dupage - Chicago
Summer 2025 | Indigo Diaries If you're searching for an unmissable cultural experience this summer in the Chicago suburbs, look no further than “Hokusai & Ukiyo‑e: The Floating World” at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art inside the McAninch Arts Center at College of DuPage. Running May 31 to September 21, 2025 , this landmark exhibition brings over 60 original artworks and artifacts from Japan's Edo period of the 17th century—many appearing in the U.S. for the very first time
Jul 102 min read


Day Trip: The Pinnacle Desert in Western Australia
Follow along a Day Trip to the Pinnacle Desert in Western Australia.
May 315 min read


Highlights From My Bali Trip
Here are some of my highlights from my girls trip in Bali!
May 254 min read


Highlights From My East Coast Trip
Date: May 2025 By: The Indigo Diaries As my semester in Australia comes to a close and I prepare to head back to Chicago in just a week,...
May 185 min read


Visiting Sydney's Wildlife
It was a rainy day in Sydney when I continued my adventures of discovering Australia's wildlife. I couldn't find a more perfect place to...
May 23 min read


Boat Galore: Day Trips from Perth you're not gonna want to miss!
Rottnest Island Quokka I've finally made it to Rottnest Island. Renamed "Rotto" by the local Aussies, the island is only a thirty-minute...
Apr 162 min read


Where to Eat in Bali: My Favorite Bites | Indigo Diaries Travel Blog
My mom <3 Date: April 2025 This post is dedicated to my mother, whose love for exploration and unwavering support have shaped so many of...
Apr 164 min read


Bali Experiences: What to Do (and What to Skip) in Ubud
Date: April 2025 Me in Ubud :) (we never ended up eating at the Gabriel, but took a picture because it's my brother's name!) Amazing...
Apr 144 min read


Day Trip to the Busselton Jetty
Busselton Jetty Date: Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 As I sit down to write this, I can hardly believe that I’ve already completed my fourth...
Mar 233 min read


Day Trip to Yanchep National Park
Yanchep National Park , located just north of Perth, Australia, is a stunning destination for a day trip. With its beautiful landscapes,...
Mar 82 min read


Western Australia's Ultimate Bucket List: Adventures You Can’t Miss
Australia’s west coast is a paradise of rugged landscapes, stunning beaches, and unique wildlife. Whether you're planning a road trip...
Mar 13 min read


Discovering Australia’s Unique Birds: My First Wildlife Encounters
New Holland Honeyeater Next Sunday marks two weeks since I moved into my "uni" (Aussie slang for university) housing, and what a...
Mar 12 min read


Day Trip to Fremantle
Fremantle is an absolute must-visit while in Perth! Just a short and convenient train ride from Perth Station, the journey takes you...
Feb 174 min read


Photography in Chicago & Thoughts about your Twenties
📍 Location: Downtown Chicago - January 2025 📷 Camera: Canon EOS Rebel T7 with lenses 18mm-55mm & 55mm-250mm 🎶 Music of the Month:...
Jan 303 min read


Food in the Dominican Republic
published: Saturday, January 18, 2024 While in the Dominican Republic, I've had numerous opportunities to explore various restaurants....
Jan 184 min read


Santiago's Bones (Dominican Republic)
Here's a short poem about my visit of Santiago in January 2024 accompanied with photography. Metal joins together, Cranes erected above...
Jan 121 min read


History of Baseball in Consuelo: Exploring Dominican Legacy and Culture
Did you know that baseball is the national sport of the Dominican Republic? Discover how the church, sugar mills, and Trujillo's...
Jan 95 min read
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