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…
If you're heading to the land of "pura vida", odds are you are going to spend at least a day or two in the capital city of San Jose. While not at the top of my list for a vacation to Costa Rica, it has enough to merit a short visit! While getting my Master's degree, I did a "study abroad" program in a suburb of San José called Heredia. We went into the city…
So you've found yourself with a week of vacation, and you came to the brilliant conclusion that you want to visit the land of Pura Vida. What all can you comfortably fit into a 9-10 day Costa Rica itinerary? Here is the Costa Rica itinerary I suggest after visiting 3 times and spending over 12 weeks here. With just 7-10 days, this shows the variety this country offers! I did this route when my brother…
Last year, my husband and I took a ten day road trip through Scotland. We became hooked. Through all my travels, the city of Edinburgh in particular is one that stands out to me, and might even be my favorite city in all of Europe! I'm in love with it. I knew we had to return. Happily, we found a way to get ourselves back to Scotland this summer! We added some time in London…
During our recent family road trip through the UK (starting in London, heading to Wales, and ending in Scotland), we spent some time in the stunning Scottish highlands of Glencoe. When it came to finding lodging, we stayed at the beautiful Isles of Glencoe Hotel. Just a short drive away to all of the main natural sights and nearby hikes, it is the perfect base for highland adventure, or even a relaxing retreat! [caption id="attachment_5777"…
"Awe: An emotion variously combining veneration and wonder, that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime" Sometimes when you travel, you arrive at a place and can’t help but feel a bit disappointed. You might even feel guilty for feeling that way. Isn’t everything supposed to be exciting and wonderful when you travel? Sometimes, unfortunately, that feeling is inevitable. Maybe something you built up in your mind ends up being disappointing. It…
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…
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! …
I’ve been to many places around the world, and in all sincerity, Cuzco is one of my favorites. Maybe it’s the Spanish teacher in me, but I don’t think that’s all it is! Cuzco is truly unique. It has a compelling and unparalleled history. It combines the ancient with new in a way I’ve never seen. The indigenous cultures blend together in the city’s art and history, dotted with evidence of the Spanish conquest. The…
Over the years and throughout my travels, I've figured out the products that work for me. I know my favorites, and I'm happy to share them! This list is perfect for coming up with useful and quality travel gift ideas, or simply buying them for yourself! Check out my favorite travel gift ideas below: Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these, I may…
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