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 is tricky. While many people go to Greece on an organized tour or a cruise, we did this itinerary on our own. This works perfect for a round trip flight in and out of Athens! Here is a…
My husband and I set out on our vacation using this Egypt itinerary. We went with the company Travel Talk, and also added time in the Sinai Peninsula and Jordan afterwards too. This post details my Egypt vacation experience with this company, and also provides ideas on a good Egypt itinerary full of what to do, see, and what to expect! Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy…
The Salar de Uyuni, or salt flats of Uyuni, is easily one of the most ethereal places on earth. During a backpacking trip in Peru and Bolivia, I spent 2 days in this magical place. Here is how I'd describe my tour of the Salar de Uyuni, and what you can expect: |All photos taken by myself or my husband| Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something…
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…
While maybe not your typical honeymoon destination, that's where we headed! We loved our Tanzania safari itinerary, and had beach time on the spice island of Zanzibar after. We planned the trip independently, but our safari company helped! This schedule was perfect, allowing us to get a taste of a classic safari, plus a tropical beach vacation. Here is our Tanzania safari itinerary for 2 weeks: ⇒ All photos taken by myself or my husband!…
Whether or not you believe in the supernatural, it’s still fun to visit spots said to be haunted by a restless spirit or two. If you’re in the mood to visit some haunted places in Cincinnati, (+Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana) here is a fun lineup: If you want to try a "haunted road trip" to see all these haunted places, check my map! Starting out in Cincinnati (exclude stop number one if it’s too out…
Feeling stir crazy at home? There are still ways to make it FEEL like you’re traveling without going too far! A local Cincinnati staycation is a great idea! Depending on budget, there's several great options in the N. Kentucky / Cincinnati area. With my ideas, you can act like a tourist in your own town, and make it *feel* like you're on a travel adventure, even if you're in your own backyard. Some links in…
While this is not about traveling to far off destinations, it's about incorporating that love into your big day! Here are the details of our travel theme wedding in Cincinnati! I've always been a big "theme" lover. Our baby has a travel theme nursery, and my sisters threw me a travel theme baby shower. I even turned our home decor into one giant travel theme too! It's just how I am- love it or hate…
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 nearby Charleston, its historic district is renowned for its photogenic beauty. Stroll 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…
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…
