If you find yourself in Tirana in the heat of summer, you know how hot those Balkan summers can get! As much fun as it is exploring this capital city, it's nice to cool off by the ocean. A visit to Durres, 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.…
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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! Here is my itinerary:…
The Emerald Isle. A lush, green country that most travelers aim to visit at some point in time. Ireland's local culture, traditions, history, and nature certainly draw you in… or is it the pubs? Reminiscent of our Scotland road trip, this journey is filled with scenic stops as you go. After some trial and error, here is my 10 day Ireland itinerary- perfect for a self guided and independent road trip! Some links in this…
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…
The area around La Fortuna, Costa Rica is a "must see" for any visitor. Home to lush jungle, active volcanoes, waterfalls, and hundreds of sloths, it is a tropical (humid) paradise! Plus, it's named "fortune", but sits at the base of an active volcano- you have to love that optimism! Whether you want to go hiking, rafting, and kayaking- or just relax in natural volcanic hot springs, you will definitely find something you love. Read…
I've traveled a lot, but nothing has sparked more interest than my trip to Cuba. Here I will detail where we went, how we got around, and what you should do to have the perfect Cuba itinerary! Read my other post for details on how you can independently travel to Cuba as a U.S. citizen Here’s my detailed 10 Day Cuba Itinerary: Day 1: Havana - Cuba’s capital city, Havana is the largest and most popular…
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