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		<title>The Ultimate Switzerland Itinerary: Mountains, Cities &#038; Quick Day Trips to 5 Other Countries</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2025 23:17:08 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/5-best-places-to-visit-in-Switzerland-150x150.png" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="5 best places to visit in Switzerland" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/5-best-places-to-visit-in-Switzerland-150x150.png 150w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/5-best-places-to-visit-in-Switzerland-75x75.png 75w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/5-best-places-to-visit-in-Switzerland-110x110.png 110w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/5-best-places-to-visit-in-Switzerland-260x260.png 260w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/5-best-places-to-visit-in-Switzerland-230x230.png 230w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/5-best-places-to-visit-in-Switzerland-500x500.png 500w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Switzerland had been on our family bucket list for years, and it did not disappoint. In just 5 days, we hiked through breathtaking alpine trails, rode a variety of funiculars, swam in pristine green glacial<a class="more-link" href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/the-ultimate-switzerland-itinerary/" rel="nofollow">&#x2026; Continue Reading </a></p>
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		<title>Colorado Springs Senior Photographer</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristen Duke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Sep 2024 01:25:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>I love photographing high school seniors! Teens are my favorite people anyway, and I&#8217;m grateful for the opportunity to not only rub shoulders with these teenagers, but to help boost their confidence with beautiful pictures<a class="more-link" href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/colorado-springs-senior-photographer/" rel="nofollow">&#x2026; Continue Reading </a></p>
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		<title>5 Places You Must Visit in Guadeloupe</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2024 21:36:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Guadeloupe, an enchanting archipelago nestled in the heart of the French Caribbean, is a destination that beckons travelers with its blend of stunning natural beauty, vibrant culture, and rich history. Why Visit Guadeloupe? Guadeloupe has<a class="more-link" href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/5-places-you-must-visit-in-guadeloupe/" rel="nofollow">&#x2026; Continue Reading </a></p>
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		<title>Colorado Springs Family Pictures</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristen Duke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2023 07:48:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[petite portrait session]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Do you need to update your family pictures? Let&#8217;s do it! Limited availability May-August, a few spots left. Colorado Springs Family Pictures Above are a handful of some of my favorite sessions that I have<a class="more-link" href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/colorado-springs-family-pictures/" rel="nofollow">&#x2026; Continue Reading </a></p>
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		<title>Garden of the Gods Photographer</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristen Duke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2023 18:33:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>How to Travel for {nearly} FREE</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Oct 2023 17:34:53 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/How-to-Travel-for-Free-1-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="How to Travel for Free" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/How-to-Travel-for-Free-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/How-to-Travel-for-Free-1-75x75.jpg 75w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/How-to-Travel-for-Free-1-110x110.jpg 110w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/How-to-Travel-for-Free-1-260x260.jpg 260w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/How-to-Travel-for-Free-1-230x230.jpg 230w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/How-to-Travel-for-Free-1-500x500.jpg 500w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />If you want to learn how to travel for (nearly) free, then stick around! Below are my BEST simple tips 3 years into doing just this. This process involves opening a new credit card, and<a class="more-link" href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/how-to-travel-for-free/" rel="nofollow">&#x2026; Continue Reading </a></p>
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		<title>Fly for FREE with Southwest</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristen Duke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2023 00:53:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristen Duke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2023 18:35:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_4461-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Colorado Springs Photographer" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_4461-150x150.jpg 150w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_4461-75x75.jpg 75w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_4461-110x110.jpg 110w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_4461-260x260.jpg 260w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_4461-230x230.jpg 230w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_4461-500x500.jpg 500w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Creating family videos is a great way to capture precious moments and create lasting memories. Whether you want to document a family reunion, a child&#8217;s birthday party, or simply everyday moments, creating family videos is<a class="more-link" href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/how-to-create-family-videos-for-beginners/" rel="nofollow">&#x2026; Continue Reading </a></p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristen Duke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2023 19:05:36 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/How-I-drink-100-ounces-of-water-per-day-150x150.png" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="How I drink 100 ounces of water per day" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/How-I-drink-100-ounces-of-water-per-day-150x150.png 150w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/How-I-drink-100-ounces-of-water-per-day-75x75.png 75w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/How-I-drink-100-ounces-of-water-per-day-110x110.png 110w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/How-I-drink-100-ounces-of-water-per-day-260x260.png 260w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/How-I-drink-100-ounces-of-water-per-day-230x230.png 230w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/How-I-drink-100-ounces-of-water-per-day-500x500.png 500w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />When I realized the importance of water for my health, weight loss, and skin hydration, I decided I need to do better at drinking more daily. It&#8217;s not easy for me to drink a lot<a class="more-link" href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/how-i-drink-100-ounces-of-water-in-a-day/" rel="nofollow">&#x2026; Continue Reading </a></p>
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		<title>Thanksgiving Conversation Questions</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristen Duke]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2022 02:40:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[family dinners]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><img width="150" height="150" src="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Thanksgiving-Conversation-Questions-150x150.png" class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="Thanksgiving Conversation Questions" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Thanksgiving-Conversation-Questions-150x150.png 150w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Thanksgiving-Conversation-Questions-75x75.png 75w, https://www.kristendukephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Thanksgiving-Conversation-Questions-110x110.png 110w" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" />Do you want to have a more meaningful conversation with your family at Thanksgiving dinner? These Thanksgiving Conversation Questions go deeper than the generic &#8220;What are you thankful for?&#8221; questions.   Download HERE Ideas For<a class="more-link" href="https://www.kristendukephotography.com/thanksgiving-conversation-questions/" rel="nofollow">&#x2026; Continue Reading </a></p>
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