For anyone who makes the great decision to visit this city though- it certainly won't disappoint! Check my curated list for the best Valencia things to do! Valencia is a gorgeous Mediterranean city on the east coast of Spain. It's not typically a common stop in the country however, with most travelers opting to visit nearby Barcelona instead. I'll admit- I'm a little bit obsessed. After studying abroad there, spending a year living there, (and…
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 7-10 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…
The Emerald Isle. A lush, green country that most travelers aim to visit at some point in time. Ireland's local culture, traditions, history, and nature certainly draw you in… or is it the pubs? Reminiscent of our Scotland road trip, this journey is filled with scenic stops as you go. After some trial and error, here is my 10 day Ireland itinerary- perfect for a self guided and independent road trip! Some links in this…
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"…
Iceland, the land of ice and fire, is a huge deal lately. This island nation was “off the radar” for a while, but has recently seen explosive growth. Here is my 10 days Iceland itinerary (for 10-14 day road trip ideas!). I traveled to Iceland for a road trip with my husband in August. The lack of traffic and easily navigable roads make this an ideal place to explore by car. You can follow your…
When I lived in Valencia, one of my favorite places to go on the weekend is the medieval town and playa of Peñíscola, Spain. It has great beaches, but why go here when you could go anywhere else? The reason is… the views! 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!). The…
"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…
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. Check out 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…
With so much advice on what TO do in Cuzco, Peru, what about advice on what NOT to do? I spent nearly a month backpacking through Peru (& Bolivia). Overall, I felt very safe and had no issues. Common sense is your best friend! Despite our efforts, things happen, so 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"?…
