I've traveled a lot, but nothing has sparked more interest than my trip to Cuba. Here I will detail where we went, how we got around, and what you should do to have the perfect Cuba itinerary! Read my other post for details on how you can independently travel to Cuba as a U.S. citizen Here’s my detailed 10 Day Cuba Itinerary: Day 1: Havana - Cuba’s capital city, Havana is the largest and most popular…
When this elusive nation finally opened to US travelers, it immediately became a hot topic. My trip to Cuba led me to realize how curious my friends in the US are about life here, and how to travel to Cuba from the U.S. themselves! This post is about the logistics of how to travel to Cuba as a US citizen specifically, but read my 10 day Cuba itinerary and things to do also! Some links…
Puerto Rico: A tropical paradise with delicious food and an intriguing history! Visiting here from the mainland US is easy, and it’s a great spot for active or relaxing vacations. Here is my recommended Puerto Rico one week itinerary: As a US territory, visitors from the states have it easy. No passport is needed to travel. Flights are fairly priced, and for a long weekend or full week vacation, this destination can really pack a…
Iceland, the land of ice and fire, is a huge deal lately. This island nation was “off the radar” for a while, but has recently seen explosive growth. Here is my 10 days Iceland itinerary (for 10-14 day road trip ideas!). I traveled to Iceland for a road trip with my husband in August. The lack of traffic and easily navigable roads make this an ideal place to explore by car. You can follow your…
When I lived in Valencia, one of my favorite places to go on the weekend is the medieval town and playa of Peñíscola, Spain. It has great beaches, but why go here when you could go anywhere else? The reason is… the views! Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these, I may earn a small commission (at no additional cost to you!). The…
If you’re like me and love the water, living in a “landlocked” state can be frustrating. If you want a place to float around mindlessly on a unicorn tube, here's where to find the beaches near Cincinnati you've been dreaming of! These lakes, within a 1-2 hour drive from Cincinnati, all have “public beaches”. This means you can pack a beach chair, umbrella, and a cooler and pretend you’re in Florida for a few hours! …
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A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a place listed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as being of special cultural or physical significance. Many of these world heritage sights are in danger of being lost forever, and this organization does a great job of protecting, preserving, and educating the public about these wonderful places. Ever since I learned about these sights, it has been my goal to visit as many as…