As a freelance travel writer, Karon has been fortunate to travel to many destinations and participate in many experiences that she otherwise may never have done on her own. As is common in the business of travel writing, many of the trips and experiences have been compensated by various tourism departments and individual business entities. When a story covers such an adventure, full disclosure will be made at the bottom of the article. If no such disclosure is included, then rest assured this story evolved from Karon’s own travels.
Also, please note that Karon’s account of a destination or activity as noted in the story is personal to her own experience, and you may have a different experience during your own travels.