With so many blogs singing the praises of beautiful Cuzco, Peru and giving great advice on what to do there, what about advice on what NOT to do? That's where I come in! As a traveler who has had a mishap or two, here are a few pieces of advice of things you should avoid if you've asked yourself "Is Cuzco safe"? : DON'T come to the city not knowing much about its history. It…
Don’t get me wrong- I had a fantastic experience during my time in Egypt. Despite its flaws, I still HIGHLY encourage visiting this fascinating nation. Check out my list of tips in Egypt to help make your trip the best it can be! My goal with this post is not to complain or incite fear, but to make you the most informed traveler you can be. The hope is after reading this, you are prepared…
As one of the largest and most famous cities on Earth, New York City attracts incredible numbers of tourists every year. For a quick visit to the "city that never sleeps", here are a few places to start! Like so many other great cities, such as London, Paris, Tokyo, and even Istanbul – there’s so much to see and do that it becomes difficult to plan a trip. Hopefully this post will give you some…
Advice for a salty but sweet experience! The Dead Sea is a place I’d dreamed for years of visiting! I had the chance to finally swim in its salty waters while traveling through Jordan. With a salt concentration of a staggering 34% (8.6 times saltier than ocean water!), it makes for a truly unique experience! The Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth, and hosts no life in its waters. Despite this, it can…
While this post may not be directly related to travel, I do think that feeling confident in your appearance and having healthy hair can definitely impact your mood while on the road! So, when the opportunity arose for me to try HASK's new Biotin Boost Thickening Collection, I knew I had to give it a try. [caption id="attachment_2696" align="aligncenter" width="389"] The products - ready to travel! ;)[/caption] For someone like me with crazy-thin and fine…
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest point, is a bucket list item for many travelers. Ascending the blue and white peak hovering over the African savanna is an image and goal that many aspire for- but it's not always easy. The Niemers are an adventurous husband and wife duo who decided to take on the challenge of hiking up Mount Kilimanjaro. It wasn't something for me, but my childhood friend Christina and her husband Greaham were…
Madrid - Spain’s capital city. Located in the direct center of the country, this city draws millions of tourists each year. While it is admittedly not my favorite city in Spain (I feel it lacks some of the charm and character that most Spanish cities have), it is still a great place that is worth visiting! I have been there several times, and for a few of my visits I’ve had only 1 day to…
Greece is a country on every traveler’s radar- and for good reason. The photos don’t lie. It really is THAT beautiful. Once you’ve made the decision to go, trying to fit it all in on a budget can be tricky. While many people go to Greece on an organized tour or with a cruise, we chose to do it solo. There are of course pros and cons to each style, but this independent trip let…
When most people think of Kentucky, often the first thing they'll envision is 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 of Kentucky! As a born and raised Kentucky girl with a love of exploration, here are…
After visiting Italy four separate times in my life, 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 Tip #1: Venice – Ride a Gondola by Night Everyone who goes to Italy wants to ride a gondola, and why not? It can be fun, romantic, and a great way to beat the heat and see the…
