If you love natural beauty and active adventures, this place is it! Less visited than nearby areas, Kanab has just as much to offer and without the huge crowds. Read my list of Kanab, Utah things to do plus my itinerary. Our itinerary was a bit aggressive, but we did and saw so much! We flew round-trip out of Las Vegas, and also stopped at Death Valley and Zion too. After one week exploring the…
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After a weekend here during my honeymoon, this is my perfect Istanbul 3 days itinerary. It may seem tricky to squeeze it all in, but it's doable! Istanbul cannot be sufficiently described without being seen. At one corner you've traveled back in time to haggle for spices. At the the next, you're taking a trolley to a curated museum. Constantinople of the ancient world, Istanbul is on the bridge between two continents, and this is…
If you find yourself in Tirana in the heat of summer, you know how hot those Balkan summers can get! A visit to Durres Beach, Albania is the perfect solution! Only a 40 minute drive from Tirana, Durres (Beach) is situated on the Adriatic coast. When I traveled there with my husband, it felt like a hidden gem. Not only is it incredibly affordable- but the beach is quiet, the water is warm, and there…
So, you want to visit the land of Pura Vida. What all can you comfortably fit into a 7-10 day Costa Rica itinerary? Here is the Costa Rica itinerary I suggest after having visited 3 times and spending over 12 weeks here. With just 7-10 days, this shows the variety this country offers! I did this route when my brother visited me while I was studying abroad. It's aggressive, but manageable! My Costa Rica itinerary…
Charleston has that pure “southern charm”. It’s one of the most picturesque cities in the American south, and its palm-lined streets have memorable appeal🌴 I came here with my family to visit Folly Beach, and we spent a few days in the city too. It instantly reminded me of Savannah, although each city has its own unique vibe! If you are short on time, here are the top things to do and see with just…
With just 3-4 days in the city, this is my efficient Beijing itinerary! See as much as you can, and on limited time- plus a visit to the Great Wall of China. As the 8th most populated city on the planet, Beijing can be hectic, busy, and smoggy. Despite this, there are truly beautiful sights and unique experiences to be had. It is perhaps the one city that is most quintessentially “China”. What visitors picture…
This magical part of the land of pura vida is a must see for any visitor- It's the perfect place for relaxation seekers or outdoor adventurers! Learn all my best La Fortuna, Costa Rica things to do: Home to lush jungle, active volcanoes, waterfalls, and plenty of sloths, 🦥 it is a tropical paradise! Plus, it's named "fortune", but sits at the base of an active volcano- you have to love that optimism! 🌋 Whether you…
I've traveled a lot, but nothing has sparked more interest than my trip to Cuba. Here I'll detail where we went and what you should do to have the perfect Cuba itinerary! Read my other post on how you can independently travel to Cuba as a U.S. citizen My detailed 10 Day Cuba Itinerary: Day 1: Havana - Cuba’s capital city, Havana is the largest and most popular on the island. Founded by the Spaniards in…
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