Tourist Mistakes to Avoid in Europe: Act Like a Local

July 17, 2023

Europe is a beautiful continent that attracts millions of tourists every year. While exploring the rich history, vibrant cultures, and stunning landscapes, it’s important to be mindful of local customs and etiquette. To ensure a smooth and respectful experience, avoid these common tourist mistakes to help enhance your travel experience, foster positive interactions with locals,… Read More Tourist Mistakes to Avoid in Europe: Act Like a Local

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Travel Guide: Life in Paris for a Month

October 8, 2020

Paris, France is one of the most unique and beautiful cities in the world! There are endless museums, spectacular architecture and landmarks, historic artwork, fantastic music scenes, and delicious restaurants. Not to mention the never-ending cafes that are basically on every corner throughout the city. Paris always has something to offer its locals and tourists… Read More Travel Guide: Life in Paris for a Month

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Top Places to See in Seoul

March 9, 2020

Seoul, the capital city of South Korea, is filled with beautiful modern skyscrapers, enriching culture, and bustling markets of all sorts. Here is my take on the 14 best places to visit in one of the most intriguing and lively cities in the world. Bukchon Hanok Village (북촌 한옥 마을) Bukchon Hanok Village is a… Read More Top Places to See in Seoul

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What to do When Your Flight gets Cancelled

October 4, 2019

Traveling can be quite the ordeal; especially when your flight is cancelled. Here is a list of things to do if this happens to you on your next trip.… Read More What to do When Your Flight gets Cancelled

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How-to Guide: Easily Travel Around Europe

October 23, 2018

Traveling around Europe can sometimes be a struggle. For this reason, here is a list of ways to make your travel experiences more effective and easy.… Read More How-to Guide: Easily Travel Around Europe

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The Most Unique Bookstore in Italy

September 20, 2018

Libreria Acqua Alta 📍Venice, Italy What heaven looks like to a book-lover. A Book-lover’s Dream By pure luck, I found this beautiful bookstore while wandering the many small alleyways of Venice. It was a wonderful experience suddenly discovering this unique book haven situated in the heart of the city. Inside the store, there are thousands… Read More The Most Unique Bookstore in Italy

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Beginners Guide to the Italian Language

March 11, 2018

Are you planning a trip to Italy anytime soon? Here is a list of keywords and phrases you should try and learn for your next trip. Through the Italian language, you will make friends with kind locals and learn more about the Italian culture. I recommend learning a few phrases every day and before you… Read More Beginners Guide to the Italian Language

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Safety Tips for the Solo Female Traveller

March 8, 2018

Travelling alone can be unsafe, but there is an extra layer when you are travelling solo as a female. I’ve tried my best to come up with safety tips that will help keep women travellers safe on the road. Many of these tips can be helpful to any traveller (regardless of gender) and I hope… Read More Safety Tips for the Solo Female Traveller

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12 Things Traveling Alone Will Teach You

February 20, 2018

You’re more capable than you originally thought. Travelling is simply an eye-opening experience. There are a lot of things you will see and do that you never imagined possible. When you can only depend on yourself for long periods of time you will be surprised how much you can accomplish. Maps and signs are your… Read More 12 Things Traveling Alone Will Teach You

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How-to Guide: Stay Safe and Avoid Pickpocketing

February 15, 2018

One of the biggest fears while travelling is finding out someone stole your wallet or other valuable items. These pesky individuals, also known as pickpockets, are in every major city and are pretty common in tourist-rich areas. I’ve tried my best to come up with 10 ways to avoid these thieves and how to keep… Read More How-to Guide: Stay Safe and Avoid Pickpocketing

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How-to Guide: Saving Your Money

February 15, 2018

Whatever your reason, saving money can get pretty difficult at times. Everywhere you look there are products, attractions, and foods that you want to spend your money on. This means that saving money takes a lot of self-control! You often have to resist buying everything you see and really think about what’s a necessity (want… Read More How-to Guide: Saving Your Money

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14 Travel Hacks and Tips you Need to Know!

February 15, 2018

Travelling is one of the best parts of life, but it can sometimes be hard to plan every little detail perfectly. This means that the more tips and tricks you know the more time you can spend having fun and enjoying your next adventure. I have listed some of my favourite travel hacks that I… Read More 14 Travel Hacks and Tips you Need to Know!

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How-to Guide: Find a Cheap Place to Stay

February 14, 2018

While travelling, I always prefer to spend less on my accommodations and more on the attractions. I have found many great sites that offer cheap( sometimes free) accommodations for travellers around the world. Many of these sites are free to sign-up, but do offer membership rates for more housing options and safety features. Overall, finding… Read More How-to Guide: Find a Cheap Place to Stay

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Tourist Mistakes to Avoid in Europe: Act Like a Local

Travel Guide: Life in Paris for a Month

Top Places to See in Seoul

What to do When Your Flight gets Cancelled

How-to Guide: Easily Travel Around Europe

The Most Unique Bookstore in Italy

Beginners Guide to the Italian Language

Safety Tips for the Solo Female Traveller

12 Things Traveling Alone Will Teach You

How-to Guide: Stay Safe and Avoid Pickpocketing

How-to Guide: Saving Your Money

14 Travel Hacks and Tips you Need to Know!

How-to Guide: Find a Cheap Place to Stay