Traveling with MJ

Hello! I'm Mary Jo, often known as MJ. I'm a traveler, travel writer, podcaster, and publisher. When I'm not on a trip, I'm busy planning or researching the next one. My travel ethos is value luxury - knowing when to splurge and when to save - whether I'm traveling across town or around the world.

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More Than 25 of the Best Books Set in Washington State

We’ve narrowed this reading list down to some of the best books set in Washington State. These books will help you better appreciate not only the notable locations in Washington State but also some of its smaller cities, towns, and neighborhoods.

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More Than 25 of the Best Books Set in Washington State

Planning Your Perfect Trip to Ireland: Easy Tips & Tricks

The History of the Irish Coffee & the Buena Vista Cafe

How to Make a Charcuterie Board

How to Get to the Airport?

2021 Travel Reading Challenge (4th Annual)

2020: A Year of Non(Travel) in Review

What to See & Do in Every Region of Thailand

15 Delicious Japanese Foods You Need to Try

Wine with MJ: Virtual Wine Tasting with Wilson Creek Winery, Temecula

Wine with MJ: Virtual Wine Tasting with Oak Mountain Winery, Temecula

Beer Travel: How to Plan a Craft Beer Vacation

Wine with MJ: Virtual Wine Tasting: Akash Winery & Vineyard, Temecula

How to Have Fun at Northwest Trek

Weekend Getaway: Discover Things to Do in Walla Walla

Wine With MJ: Virtual Wine Tasting, Valdo Prosecco