Travel + Explore & Play: Iceland Edition with Elissa Joseph

June 20, 2025 in budget vacation, Day Trips, exploration, Fashion, Foodie, history , Lodging, Motivation, Reykjavik, Iceland

Hello and welcome to Travel + Explore & Play with Sallee Jay!
I’m thrilled to introduce today’s guest blogger, Elissa Joseph, who’s here to share her unforgettable adventures in Iceland!

The support and love you’ve shown our guest contributors this year has been amazing, and I just know Elissa’s story will spark something in you. Whether it inspires you to finally book that dream trip to Iceland or gives you the gentle push to take your first solo journey — that’s exactly what this space is all about.

At the heart of it, my mission is simple: to encourage you to explore boldly, travel deeply, and play freely.

So, without further ado, dive into Elissa’s experience below!

Dandy Dreams NYC Style: Experiencing Black Elegance at the MET

May 20, 2025 in black history, budget vacation, Day Trips, Education, exploration, Fashion, museums, NYC, Travel

Hello, beautiful travelers and curious style lovers,

Welcome back to Travel + Explore & Play with Sallee Jay—where I usually take you through my most wanderlust-worthy destinations. But today, I’m channeling my inner fashion blogger, because my recent trip to New York City was anything but ordinary.

Japanese Excellence Culinary Immersion – NYC Style

May 13, 2025 in Art, Day Trips, history , Travel, NYC, Foodie, Dinner

Hey there, adventure-seekers and fellow foodies! Welcome to another mouthwatering episode of "Travel + Explore and Play with Sallee Jay" — where I'm not just your host, I'm your culinary co-conspirator!

I've JUST touched down from the concrete jungle that is New York City, and my taste buds are STILL doing happy dances from what might be the food highlight of my year (bold statement, I know, but wait until you hear about it)!

Christmas in the City of Lights - Featuring Guest Blogger Rachel Nava

February 20, 2025 in Lodging, budget vacation, Education, exploration, Day Trips

Hello again 😀 and welcome to Travel + Explore & Play with Sallee Jay, I am your guest host, Rachel Nava.

Rachel is biracial, with Mexican and Finnish heritage, which gives her a unique perspective on the world. Her diverse background has shaped her travels and the way she connects with different cultures, making her experiences all the more meaningful.

Run of Show – T+E&P Episode 1 – Rachel Nava: The surprise international proposal.

November 15, 2022 in self help, Travel, Day Trips, exploration

Hello and welcome to Travel + Explore & Play with Sallee Jay, I am your host.

I am excited to share that I have started a new travel series on Instagram! Below is the Run of Show for my first guest and close friend Rachel Nava. Please be sure to head over to IG and check it out.

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