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Caroline Ikeji

Caroline is a Southern California based traveler, writer, and photographer. She travels all around California, the US, and the world in search of the most colorful places, the most delicious food, and bucket-list adventures. Her aim is to inspire other travelers discover how to add more adventure and joy to their lives. On Pictures & Words, you'll find detailed guides + itineraries, along with vibrant photos to help you plan the the most epic trips. When she's not traveling, Caroline also runs half marathons.

Leavenworth, Washington in winter is a magical wonderland – imagine charming architecture, twinkling lights, snow-capped peaks, and enchanted forests. It is almost like living inside a fairytale. Located a few hours outside of Seattle, Leavenworth is best known for its Bavarian architecture, visiting Leavenworth will make you swear that you’ve transported yourself to Germany – …

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With picturesque cobblestone streets, fairytale architecture, and location on the water, Stockholm is one of the most beautiful (and underrated!) cities in Europe. Add to that world-class museums, unique historical sites, and beautiful nature and you’ve got plenty to keep you occupied in 2 days in Stockholm. There is plenty more to see and do …

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Seattle is one of the Pacific Northwest’s most photogenic cities, surrounded by green spaces and stunning natural beauty. You’ll find plenty of amazing Seattle views (almost as many as in San Francisco!), whether you’re looking for amazing vistas of the city skyline, waterfront, or surrounding mountains. Seattle has become one of my favorite cities (especially …

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From colorful murals, glitzy neon signs, trendy cafes, and fascinating historical sites, there are so many fun Nashville Instagram spots. I’ve always been intrigued by Nashville and it had always been on my bucket list, and I finally went and loved it! While it is known as a party town (kinda like Las Vegas, New …

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