My Ideal Ireland Itinerary 7 Days Road Trip (+ Map)
Are you itching to visit the Emerald Isle but only have a week to explore? It’s a relatively small country, so it’s doable. This Ireland itinerary for 7 days will show you how to enjoy…
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One Day in Reykjavik: Top Attractions to See in 24 Hours
Reykjavik, the capital city of Iceland, is a destination full of charm and breathtaking natural landscapes. With airport stopovers common to Iceland, I’m excited to share my experience and recommendations for spending one day in…
Complete Iceland Sky Lagoon Review + Photos & Tips (2023)
I recently had my very first whirlwind trip to Iceland and stayed in Reykjavik for my short trip. While I didn’t get to explore much of the island’s beauty, one of the big things I…
Mediterranean Cruise Ports on 7-Day Western Costa Toscana Cruise
Home to a myriad of incredible historic sites and beautiful port cities, the western Mediterranean Sea is easily one of the most popular cruising destinations in the world. From cities like Rome and Barcelona to…
One Day in Rome Itinerary to See Top Sights & Food (+ Map)
Before my recent Mediterranean cruise, I flew in a day and a half early to enjoy one day in Rome. Here’s my itinerary for what to see in Rome plus what tours I booked. During…
27 Best Places & Cities in Portugal to Visit (Map Included)
Portugal is a beautiful country with plenty to see and do. From its stunning beaches to its ancient cities, here are the 27 most beautiful cities, towns, and places you need to visit in Portugal….
2 Days in Dublin – Best Itinerary for What You Must See [2020]
On my recent trip to Ireland, I was able to travel around to quite a few sites around the country. I went to the Ancient East region to tour gardens and estates, even all the…
Best Lisbon Day Trips: Tips for Sintra, Belem, and Cascais
Some of my favorite experiences last year were my Lisbon day trips to Sintra, Belem, and Cascais. Sintra and Belem offer amazing sites that will make anyone fall in love with architecture. Cascais is a seaside…
5 Lisbon Hotels That Will Make Your Portugal Vacation Awesome
Planning a trip to Lisbon, Portugal? Where to stay in the city depends on what you need. Here are my picks for the top hotels in Lisbon as well as two great hotels near Lisbon…
Would You LOVE to See the Northern Lights, Guaranteed?
This post has been written in partnership with Explore Norway’s Northern Lights With Hurtigruten. During one crisp, fall evening in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada I got my first glimpse of the Northern Lights. I was visiting…
10 Essential Travel Tips for Visiting Lisbon, Portugal
Portugal is a hidden gem of European cities and has been coming up a lot lately in travel news. Sure, it’s not mentioned perhaps as many times as Italy, England, France, or Spain, but the…