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Heidi Siefkas

Author, Speaker & Adventurer
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How to Travel to Cuba in 2018 – 4 Ways to Enjoy the Once Forbidden Island NOW

Let’s cut to the chase about U.S. travel to Cuba. Why Travel to Cuba? NOW is a very special time

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3 Hidden Gems in Ecuador

Are you looking for the off-the-beaten-path, lesser known places to explore in Ecuador? Perhaps you have already done the Galapagos

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Top 5 Things to Do in South Africa

A travel dream of mine is to go on an adventure in South Africa, not only for the wildlife and

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5 Outdoor Adventures in Scotland You Must Not Miss

Although I have had the opportunity to travel to Scotland, I cannot call myself an expert. So, I’ve asked my

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10 Unmissable Beaches in Bali

Need a dose of relaxation or to get the heck out of Dodge? Regardless, it sounds like beach therapy is

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5 Must Do Experiences in India

I know many travelers, writers, and photographers that have visited all 197 countries, thus hitting all 7 continents. I consider

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5 Cool, Off-Beat Things to Experience in Beijing

As I always say, I haven’t been everywhere, but everywhere is on my list. With that said, China and Beijing

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5 Adventures to Have in Nicaragua

Although I have traveled many times to Costa Rica, I haven’t managed to adventure across the border to Nicaragua. As

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Colombia and the Four Elements

Sí sí señores, I do have a Colombian stamp in my passport; however, my knowledge is based on a little

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3 Hidden Gems in Russia

Where does someone begin with a country as large as Russia, especially if you want to see its hidden gems? 

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🌈Resilience is more than bouncing back. ⛰️ It's t 🌈Resilience is more than bouncing back. ⛰️

It's the fundamental ability to adapt when faced with life's inevitable changes. 

🎙️Discover a new perspective by watching this full Look Up Mindset Podcast!
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Solo date night: me, a Waymo, and zero small talk. Solo date night: me, a Waymo, and zero small talk. Just city views on the way to Grace Potter and Guster at Ascend Amp, Nashville! 🚗🎶
❤️Author and Host of the Look Up Mindset Podcast, ❤️Author and Host of the Look Up Mindset Podcast, Heidi Siefkas shares a deeply personal episode, honoring her father, a theater professor for 42 years. 

At 91 and in hospice, he embodies resilience, choosing to 'Look Up for what I still have,' inspiring Heidi's journey as a storyteller and the 'bounce forward' philosophy. 🌈

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Sometimes walking into a concert you don’t know th Sometimes walking into a concert you don’t know the set list is just what you needed + to go tacos. 

If you get a chance to witness, The Bleachers go. The carousel of talented musicians picking up horns, guitars, keys, and vocals like musical chairs. 

So much fun! Too repeat!
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