So, you want to visit the land of Pura Vida? Whether you're planning a self-guided adventure or browsing tours to Costa Rica: What all can you comfortably fit into a 7-10 day Costa Rica itinerary? Here is the budget friendly Costa Rica itinerary I suggest. After visiting 3 times and spending over 12 weeks here, this route has my stamp of approval! With just 7-10 days, this self-guided itinerary shows the variety this country offers. It's…
I spent a good deal of time in Costa Rica during my study abroad experience, and have since traveled back multiple times. Over the years, these are the places that stood out to me most. These are my suggestions for best beach towns in Costa Rica: In no particular order... Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these, I may earn a small commission…
For anyone who makes the great decision to visit this colorful Spanish city, it certainly won't disappoint. See my curated list for the best things to do in Valencia! Valencia is a gorgeous Mediterranean city on the east coast of Spain. It's not typically a common stop however, with many travelers opting to visit nearby Barcelona instead. Even if you scored last minute holidays to Spain and didn't plan much ahead, Valencia is SO easy…
If you have only 3 days in Edinburgh, here is how I suggest you divide up your time. Possibly my favorite city in all of Europe, there is plenty to do and see in Scotland's capital city. After taking my first trip to Scotland (an incredible 10 day road trip), I became hooked. I keep returning now to this magical country, and I can't seem to stop! This itinerary is helpful if you need a…
One of the biggest challenges packing for a trip to Scotland is the unpredictable weather. With temperatures ranging from chilly to mild, you never know what you will get! You may luck out and have sun, but I’d say expect rain at least once a day! To help you prepare, here are a few tips for what to pack for Scotland in summer for my fellow ladies: [convertkit form=6140842] SUMMERTIME: When we did our…
If you’re like me and love the water, living in a “landlocked” state can be frustrating. If you just want a place to float around on a unicorn tube, here's where to find the beaches near Cincinnati you've been dreaming of! These lakes, within a 1-2 hour drive from Cincinnati, all have “public beaches”. This means you can pack a beach chair, umbrella, and a cooler and pretend you’re in Florida for a few hours! …
A big challenge in deciding what to pack for summer travel in Ireland is honestly its unpredictable weather. So, when it comes to packing a bag for the Emerald Isle, layers are your friend! You may be lucky and have sun, but it's smart to expect rain basically every day. After several trips to this part of the world, here are my tips for what to pack for Ireland in summer visits, particularly in June,…
Want to go on an epic Iceland road-trip, but aren't sure where to begin? Here is my 10 days Iceland itinerary, road trip style! Using my itinerary will save you HOURS of planning! No need to research your own route- it’s all here (map below)! 🗺️ All you have to do? Just tweak and alter this base itinerary. Add more time where you like, and skip the places that don’t interest you! I traveled to…
In the heat of July, we did a Utah road trip vacation. We mixed in overnight camping, backpacking and hotels. We rented a car, and explored the wild west! It is a lot of driving, but incredibly scenic. With this schedule, we saw all of the MIGHTY FIVE on our Utah road trip itinerary! Using my itinerary will save you HOURS of planning! No need to research your own route🗺️ All you have to do?…
If you're looking for a fun getaway, staycation, or long weekend away... here are my ideas for short Cincinnati day trips! All of these are within a one to two hour drive from Cincinnati, Ohio. ⇒ For more Cincinnati day trips, see my places under a one hour drive! Some links in this post are affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy something through one of these, I may earn a small commission (at…
