Vietnamese Street Food: My Must-Try Favourites

There were a million and one reasons why I thought I would fall in love with Vietnam. Vietnamese steeet food was not one of them. It’s not that I didn’t expect to like the food, more that food usually doesn’t rank really high on my travel radar, especially in places like Southeast Asia. Don’t get…

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Solo Travel in Vietnam: Tips and What to Expect

Vietnam seems to be one of those places that people either fall in love with or end up disliking. I know several people who fall on both sides but I’m happy to say I was one of the lucky ones who fell in love with Vietnam. That being said, compared to other destinations in Southeast…

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1 Day in Macau: Hong Kong to Macau Day Trip

Ruins of St. Pauls

I had a 4-day layover in Hong Kong after coming back from my most recent trip to Southeast Asia. I planned 3 days in Hong Kong but due to flight times, actually ended up having 4. So, I figured I may as well try somewhere new and spend 1 day in Macau.  A day trip…

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What to Wear in Uzbekistan: Packing Tips for Women

If you are anything like me, packing stresses you out. Not just for the fear of forgetting to bring something, but also the pressure of making sure that you pack the right things. For the climate, for the activities planned, and to be respectful. When it came to what to wear in Uzbekistan I wasn’t…

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ESBT European Christmas Markets & Castles 2025

Rathaus Vienna

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and there is no better place to get in the holiday spirit than Europe’s Christmas markets. The lights, the decorations, the music, the gluhwein. European Christmas markets are one of my favourite trips to take and I’ve honestly lost count of how many I have been to…

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The Best Castle Hotels in Scotland

Castle Hotels in Scotland

Scotland has a ton of charm. From the dark, medieval city of Edinburgh, to the mysterious Loch Ness, and the fairy stories of the stunning Isle of Skye; this small island country is filled with magic. But while the folklore and landscapes are fun to explore, there’s another way to add some magic to your…

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How to Spend 2 Days in Edinburgh

Edinburgh

Going to Edinburgh was my first real solo backpacking experience. Sure I’d been living in Ireland for a few weeks by then and seen a bit of the country, but I had either been with my parents or close enough to my new home that I didn’t feel that it really counted. I chose Scotland…

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The Do’s and Dont’s of Iceland’s Blue Lagoon

Blue Lagoon Iceland

Iceland’s Blue Lagoon is probably one of the first things you think of when someone mentions Iceland, and it’s easy to understand why. The milky-blue water set in the middle of a volcanic landscape is extraordinary. And the idea of warm soothing heat to help relax and heal your tired body? Well that helps too. Especially…

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3 days in Iceland Itinerary: See the Best of Iceland

Iceland Waterfalls

Ah Iceland. It’s hard to believe that it wasn’t that long ago that very few people considered this country as a tourist destination. Thanks to Game of Thrones and social media, that’s all now changed. But even when I first visited in 2012 people were more confused than interested. Looking back on the Iceland that…

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Fall in Love with Solo Travel in Paris

Sacre Coeur Basilica, Paris

Paris is known as a romantic destination for couples but it’s actually one of my favourite cities for solo travel. In fairness, I didn’t expect to love Paris. I actually only went for the first time in 2011 because I heard of the Christmas Markets but it didn’t take long for me to fall in love…

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Thinking About Sailing in Greece? Read this First

A Greece sailing tour sounds like the ideal vacation for many. Spending your days on the sea, exploring new islands, living that boat life. However, for many of us, the idea that we have in our heads about sailing doesn’t quite match the reality. As much as we would all love to be swept away…

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Luxury Hotels in Santorini: Why They Are Worth the Splurge

When it comes to exploring the Greek Islands, Santorini seems to be at the top of everyone’s list, for fairly obvious reasons. This postcard-perfect island is stunning. The white villages perched on the rocky clifftops look like they popped off the pages of a children’s storybook and the vibrant blue domes contrasting against the white…

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