Posted: 6/1/2023 | June 1st, 2023 I love trip planning. Reading about a destination, learning its history, and discovering all the cool things to see and do (and eat) is one of the many things I like about traveling. When I first started backpacking, planning a budget trip was a challenge because you could only […]
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The 6 Best Hostels in Copenhagen
Last Updated: 5/2/23 | May 2nd, 2023 I love Copenhagen. I’ve been to the city dozens of times and never tire of it. From the stunning, colorful waterfront houses of Nyhavn to ultra-hip Nørrebro to the counterculture of Christiania, the lively Danish capital wins me over every time. It’s modern and sophisticated yet charming, boasting […]
Breaking Out of Your Comfort Zone
Travel helps us break out of our comfort zones. It pushes our boundaries and opens us up to new ideas and experiences. It can be challenging, but it can also be rewarding. Sometimes, we need to reevaluate our perspectives to make sure we are looking at the world with open eyes – and an open heart.
Why Cheap Flights Aren’t Always Best to Buy
Most travelers pick their flights based on the ticket price. However, there is a lot more to consider than just what the flight costs. Find out why it may be in your interest to avoid the cheapest flights and sign up for a loyalty program with a single airline.
14 Easy Tips to Always Find Cheap Flights
For most trips, airfare is the most expensive part of the trip. While prices for transatlantic flights have gone down in recent years, they can still put a sizeable dent in any travel budget. Whether you’re a budget solo traveler or a family looking to vacation abroad, finding a cheap flight deal can be what […]
Montreal Travel Guide
Montreal is Canada’s “European” city. It’s one of the five largest French-speaking cities in the world, and at one point it was even the capital of the country. The second-largest city in the country, it’s charming, historic, and unlike Canada’s other large cities. Personally, I think it’s one of the best cities in Canada. The […]
The 13 Best Things to Do in Iceland
Iceland is one of my favorite countries in the world and a place I regularly visit. Check out my favorite things to see and do in the country and get the low down on how to plan the ultimate visit! The locals are friendly, the nature is stunning, the exchange rate is the best in years, and the weather isn’t too cold.
How I Research My Solo Travel Destinations
Posted: 01/02/19 | January 2nd, 2019 Kristin Addis from Be My Travel Muse writes our regular column on solo female travel. It’s an important topic I can’t adequately cover, so I brought in an expert to share her advice for other women travelers to help cover the topics important and specific to them! In this […]
How to Become a Sustainable Traveler
Last updated: 10/29/23 | October 29th, 2023 Environmentally friendly travel is now one of the fastest-growing movements in the industry, and I, for one, welcome this trend. It’s an incredibly important topic that I’ve been writing about for years. After all, why destroy what you love? No one wants to see paradise paved over. We […]
Romania Travel Tips
I had no idea what to expect when I first visited Romania. Beyond the stereotypical vampire myths and legends of Transylvania, I knew shockingly little about the country. What I found on arrival was a budget-friendly destination brimming with hearty food, amazing natural landscapes, and a fraction of the tourists found elsewhere in Europe. The […]
Why You Should Never Get a Capital One Card
There are a lot of credit cards out there for collecting points and miles and the worst one is Capital One’s Venture Card. Here’s why you should never get this card if you’re interested in travel hacking and traveling for free.
How to Help Stop Animal Abuse in the Tourism Industry
A lot of people don’t know that animal-based tourism (ex: Seaworld, elephant riding, tiger temples) is detrimental and abuse to the animals. In this post, I shed light on the animal tourism industry and provide better, more animal friendly alternatives for travelers.