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PESOS IN MY POCKET

stories from a budget traveler + surfer gal

welcome, thanks for being here:)

i'm katia, a california girl that has been living, traveling, and working abroad for 4 years. feel free to explore my adventure travel guides -- from hidden gems of mexico, surfing perfect points, high altitude mountains, and more. send me a message if you are ready to start planning!

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Let’s Go on South Africa's Garden Route!

Jul 25, 20235 min read

Let’s Go on South Africa's Garden Route!

Your budget guide to South Africa's Garden Route, from Cape Town to Addo Elephant National Park and in between!

Hiking in the Mother City: Cape Town, South Africa

Jul 12, 20235 min read

Hiking in the Mother City: Cape Town, South Africa

Easy and accessible hiking guide in Cape Town, South Africa.

Can't-Miss Cape Town Neighborhoods

Jun 28, 20234 min read

Can't-Miss Cape Town Neighborhoods

continuing on with my Cape Town, South Africa series, here is a little overview of my favorite neighborhoods scattered throughout the...

My Fave Cape Town Beaches

Jun 10, 20236 min read

My Fave Cape Town Beaches

My favorite beaches and surf spots in this city surrounded by two oceans

Kilimanjaro Rises like Olympus Above the Serengeti

Jun 17, 202212 min read

Kilimanjaro Rises like Olympus Above the Serengeti

*I’m catching up on previous posts, so this one comes out of order, from 10 months back in Tanzania. It’s now been a few laps around the...

Get your surfing ON in Imsouane

Dec 30, 20214 min read

Get your surfing ON in Imsouane

Your intermediate/beginner surfer's guide to Imsouane's surf scene

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