Five years ago, I jetted off to Europe on a one-way ticket. A few weeks ago, I did the same again. But this trip looks A LOT different. I made a lot of mistakes back then — with transportation, bookings, planning, and spending — and now, I'm a bonafide expert traveler. Here's my stories and advice, and what I'm doing better this time around.
Category: Europe
A Nomad Birthday in Slovenia (Plus, My Travel Guide for Bled!)
Well, I made it to Europe... and I'm kicking off my 37th year of life! After a few days in Ljubljana, Slovenia enjoying the sights and tastes, I went up to the alpine tourist town of Bled (about 45 minutes from Ljubljana by car) as a little 37th birthday outing. And what a busy and fun-filled 24-hours it was! Here's how my truly EPIC day went... read on.
My 2019 Year in Review: An Incredible Collection of Experiences and Memories
2020 is upon us, and like every other self-respecting, emotionally-evolved millennial, I’m reflecting on 2019 and all its milestones, memories, and blessings.
Grabbing Euros Before Your Trip, Exchanging in Europe, or Taking Out Cash: What’s Best?
Would you rather pay $245, $233.50, or $228 for the same €200? When every dollar counts, I'll help you choose wisely when it comes to spending money overseas.
Products and Packing for Looking Street Smart Traveling In Europe
This isn't just superficial fashion advice. Looking like a tourist can make you a target for pickpockets and scammers—you CAN look good while traveling without sacrificing comfort and function.
Ireland Recap: My 6-Day Travel Itinerary for Ireland
From Dublin, to Kilkenny, to Cork, to Killarney, to Dingle, to Limerick, to Cliffs of Moher, to Galway, this was my itinerary in Ireland as a solo female traveler (with pictures!).
Packing List for Europe in the Summer (In One Backpack)
I recently got a message asking for packing advice for a 2-week trip through western Europe. Since my friend's itinerary is not unlike my 4-week trip last August, I figured I could draw on my own experiences to help out a pal in need!
My Magic Formula for Comfortable Budget Accommodations in Europe
It’s the ever-present traveling conundrum: with a finite budget, the more you spend to lay your head, the less you can spend on everything else.
Local Travel within Europe… Navigating the Train System
How should I get around within Europe? This confounded me when I got to planning my 4-week, multi-city, multi-country European adventure.
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