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The Best Things to do in Valencia, Spain: My 10 Favorites

For anyone who makes the great decision to visit this colorful Spanish city, it certainly won't disappoint. See my curated list for the best things to do in Valencia! Valencia is a gorgeous Mediterranean city on the east coast of Spain. It's not typically a common stop however, with many travelers opting to visit nearby Barcelona instead. I'll admit- I'm a little bit obsessed. After studying abroad here, spending a year living here, (and visiting…

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One Day in Madrid (Walking Route Map Included!)

Madrid - Spain’s popular and walkable capital city. If you're short on time, follow my walking map to see the main sites with just one day in Madrid : While living in Valencia, I traveled to Madrid several times. For a few of my visits, I had only one day to introduce the city to newcomers. Through trial and error, here is the best way I've found to maximize your time!  Some links in this…

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Valencia in 3 Days: Itinerary & Things to Do

A few years ago, I found myself living in Valencia, Spain. I slowly developed an itinerary for how best to see Valencia in 3 days for whenever anyone visited. This itinerary is perfect for first time visitors to see the best of the city. Whenever I hosted a visitor to “my” city, this is how I split it up! My love for Valencia knows no bounds, hopefully you will love it too! ⇑ My walking…

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Playa Peñíscola, Spain: Things to Do

When I lived in Valencia, one of my favorite places to go on the weekend is the medieval town and playa of Peñíscola, Spain. Yes, Peñíscola has great beaches- but why go here when you could go anywhere else? The reason is… the views! It's truly so unique, and one of my favorite weekend getaways out of Valencia. Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one…

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Montanejos: Hot Springs & Waterfalls – A Valencia Daytrip

While living in Valencia, Spain a trip to the thermal springs of Montanejos was one of the first day-trips I took out of the city. See the details below!: 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!).  It was time to begin our “day-trip” out of Valencia with the tour company Do-Valencia.…

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Spain in 10 Days: Itinerary Ideas for a Self Guided Trip

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…

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Type “Skye” and I’ll send you my 2 day itinerary f Type “Skye” and I’ll send you my 2 day itinerary for the Isle of Skye- one of Scotland’s most popular tourist destinations. 

Yes, it can get crowded there- but for good reason! 🧚✨

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It’s all done within the app and it is very easy to set up! I wish I’d had one of these earlier in my life ✨

Let me know if you’d like the link in the comments and I’ll send you it, plus a discount code, for your upcoming international travels! 🌍

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Why are they “magical”? ✨ Well, these are the plac Why are they “magical”? ✨ Well, these are the places that have stood out in my memory as the spots in the UK that feel the most surreal (or, well.. magic!)!✨

They have a misty, ethereal vibe at times, 🪄 and just feel like places where a fairy would pop up (if they were going to, lol). 🧚

How many have you been to? 🦄 

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Type “list” & I’ll send you my Ireland packing lis Type “list” & I’ll send you my Ireland packing list pdf! 🇮🇪

I miss the Emerald Isle already! 🍀😫

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After 12 years, my favorite series is coming to an After 12 years, my favorite series is coming to an end 😭. So crazy! Thank you #outlander for helping me fall in love with #Scotland and for providing us with The greatest leading man of all time… Jamie Fraser 👑🐐

But for real, if you want to go to Scotland now thanks to this show… let me help you plan your trip! #scotlandtrip
Type “daytrip” & I’ll send you links to these day Type “daytrip” & I’ll send you links to these day trips you can easily book out of San Juan for your upcoming trip to Puerto Rico 🇵🇷! 

I think my favorite is the rainforest of El Yunque with all its waterfalls, natural water slides, and those cute coquí frogs 🐸, but…visiting the kiosks of Luquillo with all its delicious food is a close second! 🏝️

The bioluminescent bays are incredible too! Just make sure to reattach conditions beforehand because some times of year or moon phases are much better than others. 🌙 

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Type “list” for a copy of my itinerary and packing Type “list” for a copy of my itinerary and packing list!

If you’ll be visiting Edinburgh, Scotland for the first time, make sure you read my tips and advice before you go ✨

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Friendly reminder that if you want a less tourist- Friendly reminder that if you want a less tourist-filled and generally more affordable euro summer, ☀️ you need to consider visiting the Balkans!

I’m forever dreaming of how beautiful this trip through Eastern Europe was. 😍 

Truly incredible old towns, impressive nature, unique cultural vibes, and even some sobering remnants of the war in the 1990s. 

I highly recommend all of these places! ✨ 

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💸Scotland is worth all the money though right?? 😜 💸Scotland is worth all the money though right?? 😜

If you do take that dream trip to Scotland, make sure to let me know! It isn’t necessarily cheap, but you can still do it affordably 💸

I have tons of great Scotland travel planning resources and advice for you! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿✨

Idea inspired by @ build.with.Berto 

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