One of the biggest challenges of packing for a trip to Scotland is the unpredictable weather. With temperatures ranging from chilly to mild, you never know what you will get! You may luck out and have sun, but I’d say to expect rain at least once a day! To help you prepare, here are a few tips for what to pack for Scotland in summer for my fellow ladies: [convertkit form=6140842] SUMMERTIME: When we did…
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Madrid - Spain’s capital city. In the direct center of the country, it draws in thousands of tourists each year. If you're short on time, follow my walking map for your one day in Madrid : While living in Valencia, I traveled to Madrid several times. For a few of my visits I had only 1 day to introduce the city to newcomers. Through trial and error, here is the best way to maximize your…
I had a fantastic experience during my travels in Egypt. Despite its flaws, I HIGHLY encourage visiting. Here are my travel tips and advice for travel to Egypt, Make your trip the best it can be by coming in prepared! My goal here is not to complain or incite fear, but to make you an informed traveler. The hope is after reading, you are prepared for what you may come across, and have a better…
A historic town with romantic branches shading its city squares, while they drip haunting Spanish moss- how could you not be captivated? With limited time, here's how to spend one day in Savannah, Georgia: Reminiscent of Charleston, its historic district is renowned for its photogenic beauty. Walk around in that humid, salty air and you can’t help but take things slow. Walk with purpose- admire its grand homes and architecture! Some links in this post…
Swimming in the Dead Sea (in Jordan) is a bucket list experience for many. Here are ten tips to help you have a salty and sweet experience! With a salt concentration of 34% (8.6 times saltier than ocean water!), this is a truly unique experience! The Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth, not just in the Middle East. Despite this, it can still be a high point of your travels! Some links in…
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest point, is a bucket list item for many. Ascending that blue and white peak hovering over the African savanna is a goal many aspire to- but it's not always easy. The Niemers are an adventurous husband and wife duo who decided to take on the challenge of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. It wasn't for me, but my childhood friend Christina and her husband Greaham were up for the challenge! They let…
Growing up in Northern Kentucky- basically living in Cincinnati- I consider myself a “native” by default. I can be downtown in 15 minutes. I’ve spent years enjoying the city, so here's my ultimate list of fun things to do in Cincinnati, Ohio! These tips give a good overview of the Queen City- a “big city” with a small town vibe. You can use this to plan a Cincinnati weekend trip- it has great info for…
When people think of Kentucky, often they envision horse races, big hats, and maybe some barefoot children running around a coal mine in the hollers of the Appalachians. While these images (however stereotypical) may represent portions of the bluegrass state, there is so much more than just banjos and moonshine in the great Commonwealth! As a born and raised (northern) Kentuckian with a love of exploration, these are my top 5 things to do- all…
After traveling to Italy four separate times in my life (and giving my kids Italian names!), you could say it's amore. With that, I've curated a list of my favorite experiences and top tips for the best things to do in Italy! ⇒Read also: My 10-14 day itinerary ideas for Italy Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these, I may earn a small…
With so much advice on what TO do in Cuzco, Peru, what about advice on what NOT to do? As a traveler who has had a mishap or two, here are some safety pitfalls, scams, and other general things to avoid before you travel here. Especially if you've ever asked yourself, "is Cuzco safe"? : Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these, I…
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