Europe
Planning your next Euro-trip? Check out these posts for experiences, recommendations, and even some of my mistakes (so you don’t make the same ones)!
Nightlife in Budapest, Hungary: Three of My Favorite Spots
Budapest, Hungary has a plethora of nightlife options throughout the city (especially in Pest), whether you’re in the mood for a simple glass of Hungarian
Four Thermal Baths Worth Visiting in Budapest
As I mention in a previous blog post, one of the biggest things that drew me to choose Budapest for this solo trip was their
Six Activities to Do in Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary is a city that I truly fell in love with! Although it tends to be a 3-day stop for a lot of travelers
Buda vs. Pest: Where to Stay in Budapest, Hungary
When you visit Budapest for the first time, you may be surprised to learn that the Danube River splits the city into two eponymous areas:
Sightseeing in Paris: What to See and Do in the City of Lights
Ah Paris, je t’aime. From our first day here, I felt a connection to the city – as corny as that may sound. There was
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
How to Make the Most of Your Iceland Stopover: A 3 (.5) Day Itinerary
Thanks to an awesome Cyber Monday deal courtesy of IcelandAir (Route: Boston to Helsinki with an Iceland stopover), I had the opportunity to head to
Came for the Canals, Stayed for the Windmills: My Time in Amsterdam and Zaandam
It’s finally time for another travel story, and today I’m excited to tell you about my time in a place that’s very well-known for its
There’s No Place Like (Someone Else’s) Home: A Recap of My Time in Romania
Hey everyone, happy Tuesday! As promised, tonight is the night for a recap of my 12-day Romania trip. This was one heck of a trip,
An Ode to Oslo: Must-see Spots and the “Local” Experience in Norway
This week, let’s go back to my time in Oslo, Norway! Norway was the last stop of a 10-day Scandinavian adventure that I embarked upon
Riding through London At Night: Rent a Bike and Throw Caution to the Wind!
Hello again! This week, I want to take you all back to a night London during my semester abroad. Besides experiencing what the city has
Eurail, Derailed: The Peril of Not Reading Carefully
Happy Thursday everyone! It’s nearly the weekend, and I’m sure that we’re all starting the countdown. For this week’s travel story, I’ll be taking you
Overnight in an Airport: A Cautionary Tale about Having a Backup Plan
Hey everyone, I’m back with another travel story from my semester abroad. Let’s dive right in! This time, we’re going back to when I had
How NOT to explore Barcelona: 3 attractions, 2 girls, 1 day
What do you get when you schedule tours of Park Güell, La Sagrada Familia, and the Picasso Museum all in one day, while running on 4