The Emerald Isle. A lush, green country most travelers aim to visit. Ireland's culture, traditions, history, and nature certainly draw you in… or is it the pubs? Reminiscent of our Scotland road trip, this Ireland road trip itinerary 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 road trip! Oh yeah, don't forget to read my post on what…
Heading on an adventurous getaway to Ecuador, and not sure where to stay? in Quito? I can help! Try out the old town neighborhood La Ronda, and its boutique hotel- Casona de la Ronda. 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!). I was also hosted by this hotel in exchange for…
When this elusive nation finally opened to US travelers, it immediately became a hot topic. My trip to Cuba led me to realize how curious my friends in the US are about life here, and how to travel to Cuba from the U.S. themselves! This post is about the logistics of how to travel to Cuba as a US citizen specifically, but read my 10 day Cuba itinerary and things to do also! Some links…
Rome, the eternal city, has so much to offer- Insanely delicious food, fascinating history, and monuments older than we can comprehend. I hate billing a historic city as merely a backdrop for photo opportunities. However, I know visitors to Rome still want to capture their memories, and have quality photos to look back on. Keeping this in mind, here are my tips for photography in Rome, perfect for creating a personalized photo calendar or capturing…
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…
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…
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, work your way around. Stay in the car,…
Trying to pack for a winter trip to Scotland can be tricky thanks to its unpredictable weather. With temperatures ranging from freezing to balmy, it's hard to know if you'll be warm and dry enough. You may luck out with temps in the upper/mid 40's, but it can definitely drop below freezing and get cold enough to snow. There's also about a 50-50 chance of rain each day, so be prepared! To help you be…
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…
Want to visit Costa Rica, but aren't sure what to pack for winter travel? With my dry- season packing list, I'll make sure you are prepared! With my detailed winter ("dry season") Costa Rica packing list, you will save time and can rest assured you won't be caught without an important item. I've traveled here multiple times (including living here for several months), and refined my packing list with each trip. This list will work…
