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October 11, 2021

New Beginnings: Move to The Finger Lakes

In a world still so full of uncertainty, we decided to take a chance and pursue the path that would lead to our most happiest selves.

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North America, Travel
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May 23, 2021

From Farm to Winery to Table in Finger Lakes, NY

Farm-to-table may be a cool marketing pitch in some places, but in the Finger Lakes, it's a way of life.

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Travel
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May 18, 2021

Travel is Slowly Opening Up. Now What?

We may be going back to travel, but we are not going back to how things were. And that's a good thing.

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Public Relations & Branding
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February 15, 2021

Most influential Travel Voice: Local’s

The future of travel influence is in local voices, and in communities that embrace diversity and inclusivity.

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Public Relations & Branding
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January 24, 2021

The Long Road to Racial Equity and Diversity

The goal for racial equity and diversity needs more than just money. It needs courage.

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Public Relations & Branding
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January 12, 2021

Growing as a Small Business Owner

Patience. Humility. Vulnerability. Confidence. Endurance. These are the continuous lessons I am learning as I grow my small business.

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North America, Travel
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December 9, 2020

New York City Holidays in Times of COVID

How to best take in and support NYC this holiday season 2020.

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Public Relations & Branding, Travel
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October 14, 2020

The Savior complex and Influencer media

The savior narrative, and the narcissism that accompanies it, is rampant in influencer media. It is time to end that practice.

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North America, Travel
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October 2, 2020

Escaping to Nature During Covid

Travel into nature is perfect for isolated getaways. Here are other things to keep in mind.

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North America, Travel
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July 8, 2020

How We Hiked Mount Mansfield By Accident

The family and I ventured on a casual hike in Vermont. We ended up scaling its tallest summit instead.

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About me

Hi! I'm Carol! I am an award-winning travel blogger, a keynote speaker, and the Principal and owner of Brave World Media, a social media marketing, communications, and branding agency. I a wife to a handsome Irish/Scot and a mom to 3 sons. Welcome to my blog where I share stories of my travels and professional public relations insights and advice. Thank you for reading and for your support!

Carol Cain

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Almost 6 months ago, and after a few months of hos Almost 6 months ago, and after a few months of hosting just family and friends at home, I launched to the public a “little something” I felt was really bringing me joy and really made others happy too…a reason to come together. 

I wanted something that allowed for more in-person connections in a way that I loved to do so the most…by serving something yummy to strangers and friends alike. Café Cómodo has become more than I expected, faster than I imagined, and some of the hardest work I’ve done to date. But I love it. 

And now, we’ve secured a long term partnership with @sulfurbooks, in Clifton Springs, NY. 

Started January 10, 2026 and every second Saturday of the month till December 2026 (with a few extra events sprinkled in between), we will be serving a community of growing fans in a community bookstore we all adore. 

I look forward to continued growth, more meaningful partnerships, and making people happy, one cafecito at a time. ☕️

Thank you to everyone who has been supportive of my little café dreams from day 1. Look what you helped make possible!! 

Thank you to Sarah and team for this opportunity and to the Clifton Springs community for the warm welcome. 🫶🏾

#cafecomodo
May your bellies be happy and your hearts full. ❤️

#givingthanks #familia #turkeyday
Growing up in New York City with easy access to it Growing up in New York City with easy access to its holiday sceneries it was difficult to imagine that the holidays anywhere else could feel as special. Then later, my travels exposed me to some pretty spectacular holidays around the world that I would add as absolute musts. And now, living in rural New York, I have to say there is also something very sweet about small town holidays. 

For one, the little parades that bring so many people - many of whom you get to know personally when living in a small town - are really endearing. And also, the generic commercialism doesn’t overpower the holidays because there are so many quaint small businesses to support and shop in. 

And so it very much gives that Hallmark feel that so many people from the larger cities crave, especially this time of year. And while that special feeling might be lost on some, for me, it still is very much palpable and one of my favorite things about living in the Finger Lakes. 

📸 Parade of Lights in Corning, NY. 

#fingerlakes #smalltownchristmas❤️ #newyork #upstateny
I’ve passed through Penn Station more times than I’ve passed through Penn Station more times than I can count, usually with the same mindset: get in, get out, get going. But this time I wandered into the newer Moynihan Train Hall, and for a moment the city actually felt…generous.

Sunlight spills through the skylights, the space breathes in a way old Penn never did, and then you look up - like really look - and there they are: vibrant stained-glass break dancers floating overhead, created by Kehinde Wiley. If his name sounds familiar, it’s because he’s the brilliant artist behind President Obama’s official portrait.

Here, though, it’s not about presidents or formality. It’s about movement, street culture, and the energy that makes New York what it is. A reminder that art belongs everywhere, even above a busy train platform.

If you find yourself here, give yourself the gift of a slow minute to look up above the rush.

#NYCArt #KehindeWiley #MoynihanTrainHall #slowtravel
Me when my big city friends ask me why I would cho Me when my big city friends ask me why I would choose to live in New York’s Finger Lakes region…

#fingerlakes #upstateny #fingerlakesregion #lifeinflx
What an amazing view to close what was a really go What an amazing view to close what was a really good day. 

Reminder that tomorrow has the potential to be a bit better, and more beautiful. 

#luna #novembermoon

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