Meet Shea Powell
The Travel Adventurer and Digital Content Creator behind the travel website, The World Up Closer.
Shea has traveled to over 50 countries including destinations such as Iceland, Japan, Guyana, Argentina, and Guatemala and she has also explored Jamaica extensively. She loves road trips, doing staycations, and sourcing out the hidden across the island. Recently, Shea has covered the 14 parishes in 14 days… highlighting some of the best things to do and see in
each Parish.
Reigning from the hills of Clarendon, Shea really enjoys introducing her readers and viewers to new travel experiences whether that be home or
abroad.
Shea Powell
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Cuba Untouched
I smile every time I think about its warmth, its authenticity, and the island's soothing tranquility. Here is how I found, Cuba Untouched. From the very moment I dropped my bags off, stepped outside
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10 Things To Know Before Traveling To Cuba
I recently took a 13- day trip over to Cuba. This was my first time visiting so I had little knowledge about how to best prepare myself or what expect. I think in general travelers
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On The Edge: Rockhouse Boutique Hotel- Negril, Jamaica
Rocksteady would be the perfect adjective for this piece of paradise washed by the shores of the Caribbean Sea in easygoing Jamaica. Drawn in by it's natural beauty and the warm welcome received; moments of happy
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What Not to Misss in Colombia
It was never the easiest decision to make about which places to visit in such a short period of time. Of course, my mere 10 days were unlikely enough for such a dynamic and rather
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Why Colombia: Colombia, why not!
"To travel is to discover that everyone is wrong about other countries.” – Aldous Huxley I could sense the fear of my friends and family when I made mention that my next destination was going to
NEVER ENDING FOOTSTEPS
Travel opens the door to new experiences, allowing you to explore diverse cultures, meet inspiring people, and create unforgettable memories that enrich your life in ways you never imagined
Antigua & Barbuda
Argentina
Barbados
Bahamas
Bolivia
Brazil
Cuba
Chile
Curaçao
Colombia
Dominican Republic
Denmark
Ecuador
El Salvador
Finland
Germany
Guatemala
Guyana
Honduras
Iceland
Italy
India
Jamaica
Japan
Mexico
Peru
Panama
Portugal
Spain
Saint. Kitts & Nevis
Saudi Arabia
Turks & Caicos
Trinidad & Tobago
Uruguay
My Top 4 Destinations
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Cuba Untouched
I smile every time I think about its warmth, its authenticity, and the island's soothing tranquility. Here is how I found, Cuba Untouched. From the very moment I
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10 Things To Know Before Traveling To Cuba
I recently took a 13- day trip over to Cuba. This was my first time visiting so I had little knowledge about how to best
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On The Edge: Rockhouse Boutique Hotel- Negril, Jamaica
Rocksteady would be the perfect adjective for this piece of paradise washed by the shores of the Caribbean Sea in easygoing Jamaica. Drawn in by it's
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What Not to Misss in Colombia
It was never the easiest decision to make about which places to visit in such a short period of time. Of course, my mere 10
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