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Heidi Siefkas

Author, Speaker & Adventurer
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The Best Cities to Visit on Your Travels

Many people ask me, “What is your favorite urban destination?” I counter by asking a question in return, “For what

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Everything’s Better With Friends: Planning a Group Trip

Although I have been known to do solo travel, I have also done a lot of group travel through leading

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How Hiking Boots Reminded My Mom and I to Look Up

Last week, I was very fortunate to celebrate my mother’s birthday with her in Acadia National Park. We had no

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6 Tried and True Tips for Hiking Kalalau Trail – Kauai Adventure Travel

Known as one of the most treacherous trails in the United States, the Kalalau Trail is located on the North

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This is How to Rock an Adventure in Ohio

Although I have a well-traveled passport with numerous trips to all continents but Antartica, I’m going to be the first

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It’s Wine-Thirty

Hiya! I’m Heidi, an oenophile (pronounced EE-nuh-fahyl) from the beer, brat, and cheese state of Wisconsin. However, I’m a very well-seasoned

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Explore the Riches of Colombia’s Caribbean Coast

When you think of Colombia, the first few items that come to mind are Juan Valdez and coffee, Pablo Escobar

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An Artistic Reminder from Madrid to Look Up

All over Madrid, there are these statues representing a famous painting called Las Meninas by Velázquez. Although these life-sized women

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Three New Adventures in Madrid Not to Miss – Seeing Madrid With New Eyes after 20 Years

Have you ever returned to a special place and witnessed it with new eyes? I’m sure I’m not alone in

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Four Fabulous Fort Lauderdale Florida Adventures – Living Like a Tourist Close to Home

When I encourage others to add adventure to their lives, whether through my books, presentations, or posts like this, I

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Leaving home with nowhere to go means facing freez Leaving home with nowhere to go means facing freezing streets or crowded shelters. 

A harsh truth about the struggle for basic safety and warmth. 

👀 Watch this powerful story of homelessness to advocacy:
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-look-up-mindset/id1864978939
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeidiSiefkas/podcasts
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#Homelessness #Resilience #LookUpMindset #Podcasts #Inspiration
Found in Nashville, TN this 🎃Halloween: “Freedom Found in Nashville, TN this 🎃Halloween:

“Freedom from the Flesh,” the lost Norman Rockwell masterpiece💀 

Come on! Throw us a bone!

This is an artsy, yet twisted Americana piece that deserves an atta boy, especially Chandler.
Adventuring through Shelby Bottoms in full color w Adventuring through Shelby Bottoms in full color with leaves falling. 

It reminded me of this song. I used to sing this jazz standard, Autumn Leaves. But, when in Nash, why not do it Willie-style. 

Fall you’re my favorite!
⭐ From Homelessness to Advocacy: A True Story of R ⭐ From Homelessness to Advocacy: A True Story of Resilience ⭐

Facing eviction and addiction, Chad's life changed after a critical health scare. 

Now, he's a college student and advocate, transforming his community's approach to homelessness. 

A powerful journey of survival and change. 

➡️ Watch full episode, link in bio!
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