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Raquel Avalos | San Francisco based Travel Creator

@holaraquel_

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✈︎ International Travel Photographer & Content Creator
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Hola, I'm Raquel ⁠
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I'm a California-based content creator with a passion for international travel. I've been sharing my adventures abroad for more than a decade, both here and on my blog hoping to inspire others to seek adventure. ⁠
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I grew up in LA with a sense of adventure and started traveling in 2013 when I said yes to a summer job with the YMCA of Spain. I was hooked and this experience led me to work for a major airline that opened the door to the world. ⁠
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I firmly believe that world travel is good for the soul and one should never dress or act like a stereotypical 'tourist'. In between traveling, I am a social media manager, strategist, self-taught photographer, wife, dog mom, plant mom, and more. ⁠
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Want to work together? Here's what I offer: ⁠
- social media management + strategy ⁠
- personalized travel guides + photo books⁠
- content creation⁠
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Tell me more about you. Where are you from? What are some of your interests and passions? How old were you when you took your first international trip?⁠
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we eloped! 💍 1/11/22

the best photographer: @angelajazmin.studio

#sanfrancisco #sanfranciscobride #antibride #sfcityhallwedding by @holaraquel_

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5 years ago

My favorite family photo of us 🩵 Happy Holidays from us to you & yours 🦃🎄 taken in San Francisco, California by @holaraquel_

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The best souvenir from Mexico City 🇲🇽

If you’re looking for a unique scent to bring home from Mexico City, add @xinuperfumes to your CDMX itinerary.

Each fragrance tells a story inspired by the Americas, but No. 5 was the one for me. One smell of gardenia notes and I was instantly transported to my nana’s garden.

Proof that sometimes the best travel souvenirs aren’t things you display, but memories you get to relive.

Save this for your next Mexico City trip ✈️

✈︎ New here? Hi, I’m Raquel! I share travel guides, travel tips, and everyday inspo to help you explore confidently - follow along for the inspo!

#MexicoCity #CDMX #MexicoCityTravel #MexicoCityGuide #MexicoTravel taken in Mexico City by @holaraquel_

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With love, from Mexico, the Cuauhtémoc Navy ship 🇲🇽

The last couple of days Mexico’s Navy ship, Cuauhtémoc has been docked on the Embarcadero for tours.

The lines have been very long but there’s plenty of space to admire the ship and watch the sailors work on the sails.

Sunday is the farewell send off ceremony, see you there!!

#mexico #sanfrancisco #cuauhtémoc #visitcalifornia #travelmexico🇲🇽 taken in San Francisco, California by @holaraquel_

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The best time to travel is in the autumn 🍂

Golden leaves, warm cafes, cozy scarfs and comfy coats. 14 days until the best season arrives. ✈️

#falltravel #fallvibes #newenglandfall #travelcreator taken in Stowe, Vermont by @holaraquel_

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off grid in Ireland 🗺️

#ireland #irelandroadtrip #irelandtravel #travelcreator taken in Ireland by @holaraquel_

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Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge in the North of Ireland 🇮🇪

Over 270 years old. Built by salmon fishermen in 1755, suspended 100ft above the Atlantic Ocean.

Once if the best hikes and views in Ireland 🇮🇪 ☘️

#ireland #irelandtravel #travelcreator taken in Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge - National Trust by @holaraquel_

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Dunluce Castle in Ireland 🇮🇪 🏰

Just 20 minutes from the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, you’ll find one of the most dramatic castles along Ireland’s Causeway Coast.

Perched on the edge of towering cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Dunluce Castle feels like something straight out of a movie.

🏰 The earliest parts of the castle date back to around the 1500s, and it was once the seat of the powerful MacDonnell clan.

If you’re planning a Ireland road trip, add Dunluce Castle to your itinerary alongside the Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

Save this for your next trip to Ireland ✈️

✈︎ New here? Hi, I’m Raquel! I share travel guides, travel tips, and everyday inspo to help you explore confidently - follow along for the inspo!

#ireland #irelandtravel #travelcreator #travelireland #irelandroadtrip taken in Dunluce Castle by @holaraquel_

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The Best Spa Day in Ireland 🇮🇪 A luxury spa escape in the north of Ireland, just 30 minutes from Belfast.

Thermal Spa Village: Outdoor pools, saunas, steam rooms and thermal experiences surrounded by nature makes this experience an Irish dream.

Sauna. Soak. Steam. Repeat: upon check in you’re given a key to a locker and you’ll find a comfy robe and sandals. Give yourself plenty of time to explore because there’s much more here than a traditional hotel spa.

Riverside Hot Tubs: Soaking in a hot tub overlooking the River Maine was easily one of my favorite moments.

Celtic Sauna Infusion + Cold Plunge: Cleanse, unwind, and reset with Galgorm’s exclusive Celtic Sauna Infusion, then brave the cold plunge for the ultimate hot-and-cold spa experience.

550 Acres of Pure Escape: One of the things that makes Galgorm special is how immersed in the surrounding countryside you feel. There was so much space to feel like you were alone, the grounds are truly beautiful.

The Salt Cave: Breathe deep and unwind while salt-infused air creates a calming, restorative escape between thermal experiences. We didn’t really feel a difference in here but the view was calming and the chairs are comfy

Lunch at Elements 🥂 A little lunch between soaks. Elements sits right along the Thermal Spa Village with views of the River Maine. Every Ireland itinerary should include a robe and a glass of champagne.

Save this for your trip to Ireland ✈️ Add Galgorm Hotel and Spa to your Ireland itinerary, especially if you’re looking for a relaxing day trip from Belfast.

Planning a trip to the north of Ireland? 🇮🇪 Save this for your itinerary + send it to the person you’d spend a spa day here with. 🧖‍♀️✨

✈︎ New here? Hi, I’m Raquel! I share travel guides, travel tips, and everyday inspo to help you explore confidently - follow along for the inspo!

#travelguide #ireland🇮🇪 #galgorm #irelandtravel #travelcreator taken in Ireland by @holaraquel_

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Brave women inspiring brave little girls to seek adventure ✈️

#travelinspo #solotravel #travelcreator taken in Los Angeles, California by @holaraquel_

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All roadtrips in Ireland lead to a warm pub 🇮🇪🍻

#ireland #irelandtravel #travelcreator #irelandroadtrip taken in Ireland by @holaraquel_

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