This section contains a mix of lengthy travel anecdotes, quick memories, and travel insights to help transport you to each city (or country) that you read about.
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Female Travel in Morocco: What to Wear and What to Expect
Morocco is an awesome country to visit, but it can be a bit frustrating to navigate as a woman if you don’t know what to expect. Scratch that – even if you do, it still might be frustrating. But, hopefully these tips can help set you up for a pleasant trip regardless! This blog post …
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Visiting Morocco (with Locals): Where to Go and What to Do
Morocco is a beautiful country in North Africa with lots to offer. Although it can be challenging to travel there as a woman, there is so much to explore. Back in June, I went to Morocco after about 2 weeks of traveling solo through Spain and Portugal. I ended up in Morocco because I have …
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3 Days in Lisbon: Make the Most of Portugal’s Capital City
Ah, Lisbon. The birthplace of heartfelt fado music, delicious pastéis de nata, and myriad ways to prepare bacalhau (codfish). There’s so much to experience here that it’s hard to pack it all into approximately 3 days. But, if that’s all you have, read on to learn how to make the most of it! When I …
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Lagos and Albufeira: How to Spend 4 Days in the Algarve region of Portugal
On the south coast of Portugal lies a gorgeous coastline with tons of beaches, caves, and towns to explore. Don’t miss out on seeing the Algarve during your visit to Portugal!
What to Do in Porto, Portugal’s Second Largest City
If you’re heading to Portugal, Lisbon isn’t the only “big city” that you should be on your radar. Head up to the coastal city of Porto for some great wine, stunning architecture, and surprisingly vibrant nightlife. Okay guys, so full disclosure: as some of you know from following my Instagram, I got sick about halfway …
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Madrid in One Day: How to Spend 24 Hours in Spain’s Capital
Only have one day to spend in Spain’s capital city? Check out this itinerary for seeing and experiencing what Madrid has to offer in just 24 hours. Hi everyone! I know it’s been a while since I posted, but I’ve still been adjusting to being back state-side after a month-long international trip to Spain, Portugal, …
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Your One-Day Guide to Tallinn, Estonia: Old Town, Kalamaja, and More
When planning a trip to northern Europe, Estonia may not be the first country that comes to mind. However, after spending just a day in the country during an overall visit to Helsinki, I’m convinced that Estonia needs to be on the radar of many more people! Check out my guide below for how to …
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48 Hours in Helsinki: How to Spend Two Days in Finland’s Capital
After a 3 day stopover in Iceland, I made my way to Helsinki, Finland! However, I only had about 2 days in the city, since I had planned to take a ferry over to Estonia for a day trip. If you only have a few days in Helsinki as well, read on for some ideas …
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Glacier Hiking, Waterfalls, and Black Sand Beaches: A Tour of Iceland’s South Coast
Last week we talked about the popular activity of touring Iceland’s Golden Circle (as well as the slightly unconventional activity of snorkeling between continents). This week, I want to share the experience of exploring Iceland’s south coast, which hosts more breathtaking views as well as juxtaposed topography. I especially recommend seeing the south coast if …
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Your New Bucket List Item: Snorkeling Between Continents in Iceland
If you’re heading to Iceland, there’s probably a 99% chance that you’re planning to explore the Golden Circle. Well, I’m here today to introduce you to another must-do while visiting the land of Fire & Ice that may not be on your radar (yet): snorkeling between continents at the Silfra fissure. That’s right: snorkeling between …
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