A tropical paradise with delicious food and an intriguing history: Use my one week in Puerto Rico itinerary to help you plan the best trip! As a US territory, visitors from the states have it easy. No passport is needed to travel. For a long weekend or full week vacation, this destination can really pack a lot in! A great spot for active or relaxing vacations, here is my one week in Puerto Rico itinerary:…
Want to explore Spain in 10 days, but at your own pace? Need help with how to divide your time? Not sure which cities to visit? I got you! I've traveled to Spain multiple times over the years, and even lived there (in my favorite city, Valencia) for a time. I promise you my tips are good! To give you options, I have two itineraries depending on the airports you'll use. Here they are- especially…
Fitting it all in with a two week Italy itinerary seems daunting, but it's actually a great amount of time. You can explore so much by train with 14 days in Italy. It's a busy schedule, but worth it! After 14 days in Italy with my family, and returning 4 more times since, I can safely say this is a quality (and yes, BUSY) itinerary! This has a perfect combination of iconic Italy, while also…
The Emerald Isle. A lush, green country most travelers aim to visit. Ireland's culture, traditions, history, and nature certainly draw you in… or is it the pubs? Reminiscent of our Scotland road trip, this Ireland road trip itinerary is filled with scenic stops as you go. After some trial and error, here is my 10 day Ireland itinerary- perfect for a self guided road trip! Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if…
If you have only 3 days in Edinburgh, here is how I suggest you divide up your time. Possibly my favorite city in all of Europe, there is plenty to do and see in Scotland's capital city. After taking my first trip to Scotland (an incredible 10 day road trip), I became hooked. I keep returning now to this magical country, and I can't seem to stop! This itinerary is helpful if you need a…
Want to go on an epic Iceland road-trip, but aren't sure where to begin? Here is my 10 days Iceland itinerary, road trip style! Using my itinerary will save you HOURS of planning! No need to research your own route- it’s all here (map below)! 🗺️ All you have to do? Just tweak and alter this base itinerary. Add more time where you like, and skip the places that don’t interest you! I traveled to…
Trying to pack for a winter trip to Scotland can be tricky thanks to its unpredictable weather. With temperatures ranging from freezing to balmy, it's hard to know if you'll be warm and dry enough. You may luck out with temps in the upper/mid 40's, but it can definitely drop below freezing and get cold enough to snow. There's also about a 50-50 chance of rain each day, so be prepared! To help you be…
Want to visit Costa Rica, but aren't sure what to pack for winter travel? With my dry- season packing list, I'll make sure you are prepared! With my detailed winter ("dry season") Costa Rica packing list, you will save time and can rest assured you won't be caught without an important item. I've traveled here multiple times (including living here for several months), and refined my packing list with each trip. This list will work…
Everyone has their own sentiments attached to the city of light, and it’s big enough to have something for everyone! This is my suggested itinerary for 3 days in Paris: I did a ten day trip with my friends to Paris, Normandy, and London. Here is how we saw most of the key sights in a short amount of time, and on a budget! With my itinerary, you can learn how to best divide your time,…
You don't always have to travel far to feel those vacation vibes, and this is definitely true for my experience having a Cincinnati "staycation" getaway at the Lytle Park Hotel downtown. As a local, one thing I've loved doing over the years is exploring my city with the lens of a visitor. This can make everyday sites more intriguing, and has led to many fun experiences over the years! Whether a visitor or local, the…
