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Over the years I have worked toward creating my television series Finding Festivals but one thing remained consistent; my passion for travel and helping others create incredible experience with the tips I gained. Below you will find some of my favorite trips and how you can have the best time on vacation.

Travels & Tips

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Five Things I Wouldn't Wear to a Festival
Finding Festivals, #Hayliestory Travel Posts
Five Things I Wouldn't Wear to a Festival
Finding Festivals, #Hayliestory Travel Posts

With a year as a festival queen and 18 months filming annual events for Finding Festivals, there are some wardrobe choices I avoid when I am out at an event. Here are five things I wouldn’t wear to a festival and what to consider instead.

Finding Festivals, #Hayliestory Travel Posts
Fall Fun at Hillcrest Orchard
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Fall Fun at Hillcrest Orchard
#Hayliestory Travel Posts

Fall is the perfect time for family-friendly fun and Instagrammable day dates. Here are 5 Must-Do’s at Hillcrest Orchard in Amherst, OH.

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8 Must-Do's in North Alabama
#Hayliestory Travel Posts, Weekend Travel Guide, Vacations, Portfolio
8 Must-Do's in North Alabama
#Hayliestory Travel Posts, Weekend Travel Guide, Vacations, Portfolio

Thanks to Visit North Alabama I made a trip to the Rocket City and found the 8 must-do’s in the region.

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SMYL, It's Awesome
419 Life, Life, Local Experiences
SMYL, It's Awesome
419 Life, Life, Local Experiences

When I signed up to be a mentor I didn’t know I would be the one learning so much.

419 Life, Life, Local Experiences
Going to Brighton, Howell and Hell Michigan
#Hayliestory Travel Posts, Weekend Travel Guide
Going to Brighton, Howell and Hell Michigan
#Hayliestory Travel Posts, Weekend Travel Guide

10 must-dos in Brighton, Howell and Hell Michigan.

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10 Charming Towns in Ohio You Have to Visit
#Hayliestory Travel Posts, Small Town Charm
10 Charming Towns in Ohio You Have to Visit
#Hayliestory Travel Posts, Small Town Charm

Rich in history and community there is a special kind of charm these 10 Ohio towns have.

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11 Craft Beer and Wine Festivals to Attend
419 Life, Finding Festivals, #Hayliestory Travel Posts
11 Craft Beer and Wine Festivals to Attend
419 Life, Finding Festivals, #Hayliestory Travel Posts

Craft Beer and wine festivals are a fun way to sample a variety of breweries and wineries. Here are 11 to put on your list.

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Are the Disney World Extended Evening Hours Worth It?
#Hayliestory Travel Posts, Vacations
Are the Disney World Extended Evening Hours Worth It?
#Hayliestory Travel Posts, Vacations

Disney deluxe resorts offer Extended Evening Theme Park Hours…but are they worth it?

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Why Every Woman Should Attend An Auto Show
Local Experiences, 419 Life, #Hayliestory Travel Posts
Why Every Woman Should Attend An Auto Show
Local Experiences, 419 Life, #Hayliestory Travel Posts

From learning opportunities to free stuff here are 5 reason every woman should attend an auto show.

Local Experiences, 419 Life, #Hayliestory Travel Posts
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419 Life, #Hayliestory Travel Posts
Girls Night Out: PIB Weekend Edition
419 Life, #Hayliestory Travel Posts

Put in Bay is a blast and knowing these 5 things before your trip will make the weekend that much more enjoyable.

419 Life, #Hayliestory Travel Posts

419 Life

Northwest Ohio, aka the 419, is full of fun things to experience. Here are some places the check out the next time you are in town.

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Holiday Events, Excursions and Fun in and near northwest Ohio
419 Life
Holiday Events, Excursions and Fun in and near northwest Ohio
419 Life

There are so many fun excursions, events and fun festivities during the holiday season. Here are some great experiences in and near northwest Ohio.

419 Life
SMYL, It's Awesome
419 Life, Life, Local Experiences
SMYL, It's Awesome
419 Life, Life, Local Experiences

When I signed up to be a mentor I didn’t know I would be the one learning so much.

419 Life, Life, Local Experiences
19 Festivals in Ohio you should visit This Summer
Finding Festivals, 419 Life
19 Festivals in Ohio you should visit This Summer
Finding Festivals, 419 Life

From a festival full of Duck Tape art to the “dry capital of the world” hosting a craft beer event, there are so many great festivals in Ohio and here are 19 to consider this summer.

Finding Festivals, 419 Life
11 Craft Beer and Wine Festivals to Attend
419 Life, Finding Festivals, #Hayliestory Travel Posts
11 Craft Beer and Wine Festivals to Attend
419 Life, Finding Festivals, #Hayliestory Travel Posts

Craft Beer and wine festivals are a fun way to sample a variety of breweries and wineries. Here are 11 to put on your list.

419 Life, Finding Festivals, #Hayliestory Travel Posts
11 Northwest Ohio Breweries to visit
419 Life
11 Northwest Ohio Breweries to visit
419 Life

There are many incredible craft breweries in northwest Ohio. Here are 11 to check out.

419 Life
5 simple ideas for Random Acts of Kindness Day
Life, 419 Life
5 simple ideas for Random Acts of Kindness Day
Life, 419 Life

The world could always use more kindness. Here are 5 simple ideas for Random Acts of Kindness day.

Life, 419 Life
Why Every Woman Should Attend An Auto Show
Local Experiences, 419 Life, #Hayliestory Travel Posts
Why Every Woman Should Attend An Auto Show
Local Experiences, 419 Life, #Hayliestory Travel Posts

From learning opportunities to free stuff here are 5 reason every woman should attend an auto show.

Local Experiences, 419 Life, #Hayliestory Travel Posts
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419 Life, #Hayliestory Travel Posts
Girls Night Out: PIB Weekend Edition
419 Life, #Hayliestory Travel Posts

Put in Bay is a blast and knowing these 5 things before your trip will make the weekend that much more enjoyable.

419 Life, #Hayliestory Travel Posts
Toledo Dates on a Budget
419 Life
Toledo Dates on a Budget
419 Life

Date night is crucial for any relationship. Whether it’s a stroll in the park, a visit to the museum of a night out at a comedy club here are some budget friendly ideas for your next date night in Toledo

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5 Must-Do’s During Your Girls Day in the 419
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5 Must-Do’s During Your Girls Day in the 419
419 Life

There is so much to do in the 419 and here are 5 must-do’s when planning a girls day out.

419 Life
Holiday Gift Guide: Local Gifts for Your 10 Loved Ones
Life, 419 Life
Holiday Gift Guide: Local Gifts for Your 10 Loved Ones
Life, 419 Life

This holiday season choose to support local with 10 gift ideas your friends and family will love.

Life, 419 Life

Life and Relationship

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SMYL, It's Awesome
419 Life, Life, Local Experiences
SMYL, It's Awesome
419 Life, Life, Local Experiences

When I signed up to be a mentor I didn’t know I would be the one learning so much.

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419 Life, Life, Local Experiences
5 simple ideas for Random Acts of Kindness Day
Life, 419 Life
5 simple ideas for Random Acts of Kindness Day
Life, 419 Life

The world could always use more kindness. Here are 5 simple ideas for Random Acts of Kindness day.

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Life, 419 Life
Time Has No Empathy
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Time Has No Empathy
Life

Time has no empathy. It is our only equalizer and the most just currency. It's not man made, it is not corrupt and holds no favoritism. How will you spend your time today?

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Creating A Blog
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Creating A Blog
Life

Starting a blog is both exciting and overwhelming. There’s a lot of great information out there but here are 7 things I wish I had known when starting #Hayliestory.

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Life
Holiday Gift Guide: Local Gifts for Your 10 Loved Ones
Life, 419 Life
Holiday Gift Guide: Local Gifts for Your 10 Loved Ones
Life, 419 Life

This holiday season choose to support local with 10 gift ideas your friends and family will love.

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Life, 419 Life
Let's Talk the 4C's of a Relationship
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Let's Talk the 4C's of a Relationship
Life

Ready to take the next step? I’m sure you have heard of the 4 C’s you should consider when purchasing a diamond but what about when you are preparing your relationship for marriage? Here are the 4 C’s you need for your relationship!

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Life
It’s OK to Not Feel OK & Here is How to Overcome It
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It’s OK to Not Feel OK & Here is How to Overcome It
Life

Life happens and all you need to do it hold it together and make everything seem ok, right? Not exactly. It’s ok to not be ok and here are 3 tips to helping you accept your feelings.

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