Category: travel guides
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Morocco: A Photo Travel Diary
November 2024 I just returned from my first solo trip to Morocco — I visited the cities of Tangier and Chefchaouen — and I miss it already. Morocco captivates slowly, then all at once. It’s easy to be instantly enamored by the labyrinth of narrow alleys, vibrant mosaics of tiles, and the dynamic street life.…
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Mallorca: A Photo Travel Diary
November 2024 I celebrated my 22nd birthday in Mallorca, Isla Baleares, Spain. Fun fact: I thought I had booked my plane ticket for Las Palmas, located in the Canary Islands, NOT Palma de Mallorca. Imagine my surprise showing up at the airport… But what a great surprise (minus re-booking accommodation and whatnot) because Mallorca is…
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Northern Sardinia: A Photo Travel Diary
October 2024 Sardinia is now one of my new favorite places. Besides stunning scenery, the people were very friendly (even though I don’t speak Italian), and everything was surprisingly inexpensive! October was a lovely time to visit. It’s off-season, which meant not a lot of action happening in town, but made for a very peaceful,…
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10 Best Things To Do in Chicago for First-Time Visitors
Check out these podcast episodes to plan your next trip to Chicago: Chicago pulsates with a bold flair that defies its surrounding geographical location that is otherwise dominated by corn fields and small towns. While it may be referred to as the “Second City,” Chicago is definitely worth a visit. Whether you are a lover…
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Best Budget Travel Hacks
Traveling is truly more affordable than you think — it’s just a matter of priorities, research, and time.
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Is Scandinavia in the Winter Worth It?
I spent my winter break in December/January in the Nordic countries of Sweden and Denmark. Was it worth it?
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Fun Facts About Sweden
I spent my winter break in Scandinavia. I accumulated some interesting tidbits along the way…
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How to Find the Best Meal of Your Life When Traveling
The ultimate guide to navigate the food scene in ANY city: by a self-proclaimed foodie :)
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Travel Packing Essentials
Adventures around the world means comfort is sometimes a necessary sacrifice. There will be situations where you will wish that you had that one thing but forgot to bring it. I got you. As someone who’s been in many of these situations, I’ve learned to pack very specific items before any trip. The following list…
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