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Deb Steenhagen

Grand Rapids

Director of Operations at SheBuysTravel

Writer at SheBuysTravel

Articles

  • 1 week ago | shebuystravel.com | Deb Steenhagen

    Corpus Christi is located in South Texas, on Corpus Christi Bay, off the Gulf of Mexico. It's a beachfront destination, with two barrier islands (Padre Island and Mustang Island) protecting the bay and offering plenty of undeveloped land for hiking and camping. You'll also find a variety of fun things to do and places to eat along the way. Grab your girlfriends and head south to enjoy everything Corpus Christi has to offer.

  • Nov 19, 2024 | shebuystravel.com | Deb Steenhagen

    Visiting Ireland has long been on my bucket list, so when my daughter decided to study abroad there for a semester, it was the perfect opportunity to go. Her program is in Dublin, and she asked me to come with her a week early to give us enough time to get her set up in her off-campus apartment and do some sightseeing together. Here are my recommendations for the things not to miss on a first trip to Dublin.

  • Oct 25, 2024 | shebuystravel.com | Deb Steenhagen

    As a lifelong Michigander, I can attest that there’s nothing quite like an autumn getaway in the Mitten State. Whether you are a ‘Yooper’ (living in the Upper Peninsula) or a ‘Troll’ (those of us who live ‘under the bridge’ in the Lower Peninsula), the Great Lakes, forests, farms and fields provide fall fun that can’t be missed. Here are 25 fun things to do in Michigan!The pumpkin train ride at Post Family Farm is a favorite for kids. Photo credit: Deb SteenhagenPumpkin Patches in Michigan1.

  • Sep 25, 2024 | shebuystravel.com | Deb Steenhagen

    From the time she began college, my daughter knew she wanted to study abroad. Her university offers many opportunities for study and work abroad programs. She decided on the first semester of her senior year and chose a program with University College Dublin in Ireland. Although the logistics were easier to maneuver with an English-speaking country, we were not at all familiar with being overseas for an extended period of time and all that entails.

  • Aug 13, 2024 | shebuystravel.com | Deb Steenhagen

    When looking for a place to stay in Boston, location is one of the most important considerations. Do you want to stay away from the city center and commute in for the activities and exploration you want to do? This is usually a less-expensive option but adds the time and stress of either parking downtown or figuring out public transportation.