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Sallee Jay Blog:

My goal is to inspire women and all people really, to get out and explore the world 🗺. From local day trips, to international trips and all destinations ✈️ in between. Read about all of my travel here!


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36 Hours in Alaska That Left Me Wanting More
August 4, 2026
36 Hours in Alaska That Left Me Wanting More
August 4, 2026

Welcome back to Travel + Explore + Play with SalleeJay!

I know...I know. I've been MIA for a little while. But trust me—it was for a good reason. I'm back, and I have one of my favorite travel experiences to share with you.

I just returned from an unforgettable 36-hour adventure in Anchorage, Alaska, complete with an epic ride on the Alaska Railroad, a breathtaking journey to Seward, and a wildlife cruise through the stunning waters of Resurrection Bay. Spoiler alert: Alaska absolutely lived up to the hype.

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August 4, 2026
Travel + Explore & Play: The Hazley's take on Southeast Asia Edition (6 countries, 45 days)
September 8, 2025
Travel + Explore & Play: The Hazley's take on Southeast Asia Edition (6 countries, 45 days)
September 8, 2025

Hey there, adventurers! Welcome to Travel + Explore & Play with Sallee Jay!

I’m beyond excited to introduce this month’s featured blogger—someone I’ve been fangirling over for years! Meet Leah Hazley from @mrshazleyhomeandaway—one of my all-time favorite travel and lifestyle influencers. Her content is equal parts inspiring and entertaining, and trust me, you're going to love her!

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September 8, 2025
Travel + Explore & Play: Under the Sea Edition with Keyerria Howard
July 21, 2025
Travel + Explore & Play: Under the Sea Edition with Keyerria Howard
July 21, 2025

Welcome Back to the Blog – Let’s Dive In!

Hey there, and welcome back to Travel + Explore & Play with Sallee Jay! This month, I’m thrilled to introduce you to our featured guest blogger Keyerria Howard who’s taking us on an underwater journey—literally. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or just curious about what it feels like to breathe beneath the waves, you’ll want to follow along as we explore the fascinating world of scuba diving through the eyes of a passionate diver.

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July 21, 2025
Travel + Explore & Play: Iceland Edition with Elissa Joseph
June 20, 2025
Travel + Explore & Play: Iceland Edition with Elissa Joseph
June 20, 2025

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!

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June 20, 2025
Dandy Dreams NYC Style: Experiencing Black Elegance at the MET
May 20, 2025
Dandy Dreams NYC Style: Experiencing Black Elegance at the MET
May 20, 2025

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.

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May 20, 2025
Japanese Excellence Culinary Immersion – NYC Style
May 13, 2025
Japanese Excellence Culinary Immersion – NYC Style
May 13, 2025

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)!

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May 13, 2025
Finding Home Away from Home: My Journey from Guam to Colorado - Featured Guest Blogger Shawntel Techaira
May 2, 2025
Finding Home Away from Home: My Journey from Guam to Colorado - Featured Guest Blogger Shawntel Techaira
May 2, 2025

I was inspired to move to the United States as I prepared to send my daughter off to college and step into a new chapter as an empty nester. It felt like the right moment to embrace a change not just in life stage, but also in pace and place.

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May 2, 2025
Christmas in the City of Lights - Featuring Guest Blogger Rachel Nava
February 20, 2025
Christmas in the City of Lights - Featuring Guest Blogger Rachel Nava
February 20, 2025

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.

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February 20, 2025
The Return of the Misfits
May 31, 2024
The Return of the Misfits
May 31, 2024

Hello and welcome to travel + explore & play with Sallee Jay, I am your host. 

If one is lucky in life, they are able to make 2 or 3 really good friends. It’s even better when those friends become family. Allow me to introduce you to one of those people in my life, Rachel Nava. Recently, we traveled to Nola to celebrate my longtime sister-friend affectionally dubbed “Chacon” for her 50th birthday and 5th wedding anniversary and we had a blast.

Rachel and I met when we worked together almost 20 years ago and have always managed to stay in touch. She is a rare and beautiful soul and the epitome of a true friend.

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May 31, 2024
Celebrate, Cultivate & Activate:  Africa Development Promise - IMPACT Mixer
February 11, 2024
Celebrate, Cultivate & Activate: Africa Development Promise - IMPACT Mixer
February 11, 2024

Join us for an incredible in-person event at 2632 Blake Street, Denver, CO, USA! Get ready to celebrate, cultivate, and activate positive change in Africa. Together, we'll make a lasting impact and give back to Africa Development Promise. This event is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a difference. Come and be inspired by powerful speakers, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and discover new ways to support Africa's development. Let's come together and create a brighter future for Africa. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be a part of something truly special!

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February 11, 2024

Help me get back to Africa and raise money and awareness for Africa Development Promise

December 19, 2022 in Black Lives Matter, Education, exploration, family, Motivation, Donate

I am working to raise $1000 towards ADP's $50K fundraising goal. For those who know me, I'm passionate about empowering rural women and cannot wait to get back to Africa to help!! I firmly believe that putting money in the hands of women helps break the cycle of poverty. When a woman earns an income, she spends 90% of that income on her family's well-being.

The funds raised will go directly towards economically empowering over 200 young women and girls in 2023.  ADP aims to expand their successful and innovative Girls with Dreams and vocational training programs, while equipping marginalized women and girls for entrepreneurship and emerging occupations.

ADP relies on family and friends to support their efforts.  Please join me in this worthy endeavor.

Want to read more about my adventures with ADP in Africa, check out my blog posts!

Please have your donations in by 12/31/2022!

https://www.mightycause.com/story/Salleejay2africa

Tags: Akagera National Park, ADP, Africa Development Promise
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