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Traveling is my passion. What is yours?

Started by Olivia Lush, Oct 16, 2018, 01:50 AM

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Olivia Lush

Always passport ready and eager to make new memories

Since I was a teenager I always loved to travel, far or close I wanted to see new places, different cultures fascinated me.

I was born and raised in Brazil, a huge country with so much diversity that you could take years just exploring it's famous coastal area, mountains, deserts and rain forest just to name a few. Every summer vacation I tried to go somewhere new, places I hadn't visited before.

When I was 21 years old I did my first travel abroad, I spent a month by myself in New York City studying English.  I 'd already been working as an actress for few years and arranged to stay in the Julliard School dormitories. It was a dream come true to be in such a wonderful city so full of culture and possibilities. The Theater, Musicals and the museums fascinated me. I couldn't get enough of Central Park in that beautiful summer.  I totally fell in love with Greenwich Village and yes, I did a lot of shopping. That's when I discovered my passion for fashion.

Few months later I moved to London, UK where I stayed for 2 years taking advanced studies in Performing Arts. When not at school or work, you'd find me at the British Museum (I was fascinated by their Egyptian collection), clubbing in Soho & Covent Garden, trying a new restaurant or at one of the West End theaters, that's when the travel bug really got me.

Being a full time student I didn't have much time off but I got temp jobs here and there whenever I could to earn some travel money. I did a bit of everything from sales assistant, to silver service waitress, hostess at special events, bartender at a PUB to model for life drawing classes. My school and boarding were covered, so every money I made, I saved to travel every weekend I could. I would take a flight or train to a different country or even a bus to another city nearby.
I fell in love with Europe. From the beautiful beaches at the Greek Islands, one of my favorite destinations in the world, to the love, history, food and wine in Italy, the mysteries of Czech Republic, the romance of France , the Castles in Scotland (yes, I looked for Nessy at Lock Ness) to the healing waters of Blue Lagoon in Iceland.  I saw as much as I could .I was hungry for history and new horizons.  Europe also introduced me to the delights of food and wine.  From drinking cheap wine watching the sunset at Oia in Santorini, devouring gelatos in Italy, getting inebriated with the spices in Turkey to wine tasting in wonderful wineries in Italy, France and Spain my travels were an experience for all the senses.

After I finished my studies in London, I was determined to find a way to work and travel at the same time. It quickly took me to the luxury travel industry where I flourished for years. It was absolutely fascinating. I would go from USA to places as Asia & Oceania, Europe, Central and South America in a matter of months or few years. Whenever on vacation I always kept my promise of once a year to visit somewhere I haven't been before because it's very tempting to keep visiting our favorite places and miss on other breathtaking gems.
Between work and pleasure, so far I've been blessed to visit more than 73 countries and territories in all the 7 continents. The highlight of my travels was for sure a very exclusive tour with 40 others world travelers in Antarctica.

Traveling is my passion. I absolutely adore revisiting my favorite places and discovering new hidden treasures I didn't know about. The idea of exploring new places and learning about different cultures makes me smile and fills my heart with joy and anticipation.

This was a long but heartfelt introduction of one of my biggest passions. Something that makes me smile and warms my heart.
What is your passion?

Read more of my blog posts at http://www.olivialush.com/#/blog

Delightfully Yours,
Olivia Lush
www.OliviaLush.com

Mustang 8/17-27

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clevelandbrowns01

Olivia,

Very interesting. I enjoyed reading it.  What was your least favorite place?   You can PM me with that if you don't want to share publicly.  I like to travel but you're far ahead of me. I actually found New York City extremely frustrating. I had to drive co-workers around during most of my time there and it was so stressful.  It seems like a lot of your travel was by yourself. I'm curious if you prefer that.  I always kind of have. Really have to know and trust people you travel with and I've learned that lesson the hard way.

I love to read. I can read anywhere and there's always another book to read.  Sports, organized crime / casino history  (I love that Gamblers General Store in Las Vegas - I buy books there every time I'm in Las Vegas), music, biographies, or some fiction.  I enjoy talking with people about books.

Right now, I'm reading Fools Die by Mario Puzo (still trying to read all of Puzo's books), two soccer books, and a British novel called Lost for Words.  Lost for Words is about a woman that works in a bookstore. It's really odd.  I saw a positive review about it in the newspaper and decided to give it a try.

Olivia Lush

Hello clevelandbrowns01,
Thank you so much for taking the time to read my post. I really appreciate it.
Driving in NYC can be frustrating indeed....I can't imagine why anyone would do so instead of using the subway or the now so popular Uber and Lyft services.
I travel with friends as well as by myself. Traveling in great company is fantastic but if that's not the case, I think it's better to do so by yourself so you can take your time to visit the places that are interesting for you. All depends which kind of trip it is.

I also love reading. I always have a good book in hand or some audiobook downloaded on my phone so I can hear it on the go. Like you, I am  a MOB stories aficionado and love a good gangster story. I really enjoy visiting the MOB museum in Vegas from time to time.

Thank you for sharing a bit about yourself with me. I really appreciate it.
xoxo
Olivia

Delightfully Yours,
Olivia Lush
www.OliviaLush.com

Mustang 8/17-27

For a faster reply, email me at  olivia@mustangranch.com


clevelandbrowns01

Olivia,

The Mob Museum is very cool.  I totally agree.

NavySteve

Since December 1997 when I became a fan of college women's  basketball I have been to all the arena's in the Big XII and the Big 10 except Penn State and Michigan. Also four Final 4's. In Volleyball six final fours. I have traveled to other cities for non-conference game as well as conference tournaments.  I also have travel far and wide following the Husker football team which included five different bowl games. After travel on family vacations growing up and 22 years in the Navy, The travel bug has never left me.

ColleenRose


Olivia Lush

Quote from: NavySteve on Oct 28, 2018, 10:55 AM
Since December 1997 when I became a fan of college women's  basketball I have been to all the arena's in the Big XII and the Big 10 except Penn State and Michigan. Also four Final 4's. In Volleyball six final fours. I have traveled to other cities for non-conference game as well as conference tournaments.  I also have travel far and wide following the Husker football team which included five different bowl games. After travel on family vacations growing up and 22 years in the Navy, The travel bug has never left me.

NavySteve, traveling following our favorite teams sounds a lot of fun and I bet you made memories that will stay with you forever. You are right. Once the travel bug gets you, it never leaves....Safe travels!
Delightfully Yours,
Olivia Lush
www.OliviaLush.com

Mustang 8/17-27

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Olivia Lush

Quote from: ColleenRose on Nov 03, 2018, 03:42 AM
Animals especially cats

Cats are super cute, Colleen! I used to have cats when I was a kid but later on I turned into an avid dog lover. I have 3 little ones that are my pride and joy.
Delightfully Yours,
Olivia Lush
www.OliviaLush.com

Mustang 8/17-27

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Cobia

My last 2 cats lived to be 18 yrs. old.  I am on the road too much to have cats now.
I ain't askin no body for nothing if I can't get it on my own
So if you don't like the way I am livin then leave this long haired country boy alone !!

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It's hard to kiss the lips at night that chewed your ass out all day long.

Michael j.

Quote from: Olivia Lush on Nov 13, 2018, 01:24 AM
Quote from: ColleenRose on Nov 03, 2018, 03:42 AM
Animals especially cats

Cats are super cute, Colleen! I used to have cats when I was a kid but later on I turned into an avid dog lover. I have 3 little ones that are my pride and joy.
Here are David Letterman's Top Ten reasons why pets are better than kids:  They don't smoke;  they don't drink;  they don't talk back; they don't stay out late; they don't borrow the car;  they don't hang out with the wrong crowd; they don't need the latest fashions; they don't do drugs; they don't need a gazillion dollars for college; and it they get pregnant you can sell the results.
Michael J.

MrTShirt

Back when I could travel, I visited about 24 countries.  Some were only briefly.

Brasil (Rio Janeiro) was 24 hours.  Flew in one night from Johannesburg/Cape Town and left the next night for New York.

Olivia Lush

Hello to the cat lovers Cobia & Michael J!

Gotta love the furry ones. I understand that it's difficult to keep a pet when traveling all the time, Cobia. I am lucky to have an excellent pet sitter that already considers my furry kids part of her family. I wouldn't be able to spend so much time away if I didn't have someone I trust to watch them.

Michael, I agree with you observation, although I would never sell the kittens/ puppies. I believe in #AdoptDon'tShop so they would go to family and friends that I know would give them a good home.

Thanks for the replies!

xoxo
Delightfully Yours,
Olivia Lush
www.OliviaLush.com

Mustang 8/17-27

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Cobia

Quote from: Olivia Lush on Nov 22, 2018, 08:32 PM
Hello to the cat lovers Cobia & Michael J!

Gotta love the furry ones. I understand that it's difficult to keep a pet when traveling all the time, Cobia. I am lucky to have an excellent pet sitter that already considers my furry kids part of her family. I wouldn't be able to spend so much time away if I didn't have someone I trust to watch them.

Michael, I agree with you observation, although I would never sell the kittens/ puppies. I believe in #AdoptDon'tShop so they would go to family and friends that I know would give them a good home.

Thanks for the replies!

xoxo







I have 2 big dogs now and a friend goes by every day and checks and plays with them while I am out  of town  .  Even when I am home he comes over and says hi to me and heads out to throw the stick for my dogs.  I don't think he comes to see me any more. ;D
I ain't askin no body for nothing if I can't get it on my own
So if you don't like the way I am livin then leave this long haired country boy alone !!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

It's hard to kiss the lips at night that chewed your ass out all day long.

Serena

I love to travel too Olivia and I also have a fur baby at home. I'm so grateful I have a dog sitter that loves my dog like her grandchild. I truly believe pets are family and I would never abandon my dog. It's difficult to leave him when I travel or when I'm working, but I know he's in good hands and I always come back for him. There's nothing like the love of a pet. XO

Olivia Lush

Quote from: chuckar chaser on Nov 15, 2018, 04:54 AM
Wilderness time to me there is nothing better than sitting on a mountain before the sun comes up. Feels like all the senses are alive as you see hear and feal the new day beginning. The colors of the forest change as they brighten. The hoot of the owls and other night sounds end as the sounds of the song birds and the squirrels start. And the day has just started.
  Credit to seven for the quote alone but never lonely. The quote sums things up really well.

Now you really made me want to try it. I think I know what my next vacation will be like
xoxo
Olivia
Delightfully Yours,
Olivia Lush
www.OliviaLush.com

Mustang 8/17-27

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