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Exploring Tallinn: Fairy Tale Houses, Friendly Locals, and a Toy Horse Named Billy

By Hannah Logan | January 29, 2015 | 20

Tallinn had been on my ‘must visit’ list for years. A random place? Probably. Especially considering most people I spoke to at home had never heard of it. But, after hearing about the Baltic city from my uncle in the military, I was pretty set on seeing it for myself. Mainly because he told me…

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Meet Hannah

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🇨🇦 Travel blogger & personal finance writer
✈️ 60 countries
I’m basically a #curvy & #bodypositive wannabe Indiana Jones with a penchant for disaster

Let’s talk travel expectations. ⁣ ⁣ It’s h Let’s talk travel expectations. ⁣ ⁣ It’s hard not to have them. Your Instagram feed is filled with stunning photos. You hear rave reviews from friends and other travellers. Then it’s your turn to go to x destination and ...⁣ ⁣ Meh. ⁣ ⁣ Something happens. You don’t click. You end up disappointed. ⁣ ⁣ This has happened to me several times throughout my travels. Having been to 60 countries now I realize that part of that is my own fault- I compare my own experiences to past ones. But I also realize that you can’t LOVE everywhere. After all, if you did, then the places that you truly love wouldn’t be so special. ⁣ ⁣ I try to go into destinations with limited expectations knowing that, based on past experience, it’s your personal interactions within a destination that truly make it a hit or a miss. That being said, sometimes I still end up disappointed. ⁣ ⁣ But, every now and then I also end up really surprised. ⁣ ⁣ My latest big surprise? Trieste, Italy. ⁣ ⁣ I chose Trieste it because it was the cheapest flight I could get (at the time I booked) to mainland Europe from Malta. I didn’t expect much from it and yet my 2 days there were incredible and had me walking around with a smile plastered on my face the entire time. After being so lonely in Cyprus, and sick in stormy Malta, Trieste gave me everything I needed. ⁣ ⁣ Where was the last destination that really surprised you? ⁣ ⁣ #trieste #italy #triesteitaly #castle #italiancastle #miramare #miramarecastle #fatgirlstraveling #plussizetraveltoo #womenwhowander #sheisnotlost #sidewalkersdaily #womenwhoexplore #girlslovetravel #curvy #canadiantuxedo #italy_vacations #italia #iloveitaly #fvglive
🎶 Look there she goes that girl is strange, no 🎶 Look there she goes that girl is strange, no question. ⁣ Dazed and distracted can’t you tell?⁣ Never part of any crowd. ⁣ Cuz’ her head’s up on some cloud ⁣ She really is a funny girl...🎵 ⁣ ⁣ Colmar was adorable but the fact that it was inspiration for Beauty and the Beast definitely made it even better in my eyes. ⁣ ⁣ Belle was my favourite Disney princess growing up and the one that reminded me the most of, well me. She loved books, wanted adventure, and wasn’t meek or afraid to talk back. ⁣ ⁣ I think it’s safe to say that even as an adult I see the similarities. Especially since my Irish goddaughter told me I was ‘just like Belle’ when I saw her last (aww). Although, unlike Belle, I’m definitely still chasing adventure-I haven’t found myself a beast in a far away castle... yet 😉⁣ ⁣ For my fellow Disney nerds: which character (if any) did you identity with the most growing up? ⁣ ⁣ #colmar #colmarfrance #alsaceregion #pinkhouse #colmarstreets #france #visitcolmar #disneyinspired #womenwhowander #beautyandthebeast #sheisnotlost #globelletravels #fatgirlstraveling #plussizetraveltoo #longhairdontcare #colmaralsace #colourfulhouses
Fun fact for my Disney nerds: Colmar, France was ( Fun fact for my Disney nerds: Colmar, France was (apparently) one of the towns that served as inspiration for the village in Beauty and the Beast. ⁣ ⁣ So, did I walk around singing songs from the movie the entire time I was there?⁣ ⁣ If you remember my IG stories from my time here, you’ll know that’s a hard yes. ⁣ ⁣ What do you think? Do they look similar to you? ⁣ ⁣ #colmar #petitevenise #colmarfrance #alsacefrance #colmarhouses #colourfulhouses #colmaralsace #visitcolmar #disneyinspired #worldofwonder #beautifuldestinations #francetourisme #colourful_shots
How do you take photos of yourself travelling solo How do you take photos of yourself travelling solo?⁣ ⁣ Do you even try?⁣ ⁣ It’s hard as hell and even though I’ve invested in a tripod (which I don’t always bring), a remote (which I’ve lost twice), and a few different cameras I still find it awkward. ⁣ ⁣ As you know I’ve hired a few photographers in cities, I also have no problem asking people which sometimes turns out great and sometimes bombs. But a lot of the time I try to figure it out on my own by balancing my camera (usually my Sony point and shoot) on some not-too-precarious ledge, set a self timer, and hope for the best. ⁣ ⁣ However, for some reason on my specific camera, if I flip the screen to face me as I walk away (which I often do just to help balance it) I only get 3 seconds before it takes the photo. Which isn’t really enough time to get in position and smile in a normal way. ⁣ ⁣ Therefore- I get these style shots looking away from the camera. They aren’t my favourite type of photos, to be honest. I’d rather look and smile and the lens, but sometimes you just have to take what you can get!⁣ ⁣ Some of the things I’ve balanced my camera on: window ledges, balconies and railings, potted plants, outdoor ashtrays, and garbage bins. ⁣ ⁣ Never said it was glamorous 😂⁣ ⁣ #solotravel #solofemaletravel #womenwhowander #womenwhoexplore #girlslovetravel #sheisnotlost #yellowhouse #france #alsace #colmar #petitevenise #colmarhouses #longhairdontcare #europeinwinter #selfphotography #solotravelproblems
This photo basically sums up how I feel about this This photo basically sums up how I feel about this week. ⁣ ⁣ I’m going into it with confidence and ready to tackle whatever comes my way. But, when Friday hits, I may need that pub😅⁣ ⁣ I often get asked why I stay home for what is considered to be the worst months in Canada. At least in Ottawa, which is where I’m from. ⁣ ⁣ Well. It’s not because I’m out exploring. I spend Monday-Friday sitting on my couch in an oversized sweater and sweatpants (ok, probably pj pants) with my hair on top of my head and my laptop of my knee. And I stay that way for... hours. Glamorous eh?⁣ ⁣ The start of the new year is the busiest time for me work wise. So it makes sense to hole up at home (so I don’t get too distracted by new places). But it doesn’t exactly make for an exciting couple of months. ⁣ ⁣ It will all be worth it through because in March I’m off to Israel to celebrate Purim in Tel Aviv then head for sun and sand in Eilat. After that I’m going to be FINALLY visiting Turkey (country 61!) and I’ll be bringing my brother along with me. And then... not sure yet. But I’ll be adventuring in the Mediterranean until mid June. ⁣ ⁣ Until then though... I’ll be on the couch, looking like the 15 year old that airport security sometimes thinks I am, making that money. 💰 ⁣ ⁣ #dublin #templebardistrict #dublincity #dublinstagram #dublinstreets #dublinphotography #ireland #loveireland #womenwhowander #sheisnotlost #digitalnomadlife #plussizetraveltoo #fatgirlstraveling #globelletravels #girlslovetravel #digitalnomadlife #irishpub #dublinpub
Psssst. Wanna go to Ireland with me this year?⁣ Psssst. Wanna go to Ireland with me this year?⁣ ⁣ In case you missed it a few weeks ago, I’ve partnered with @intrepidtravel to create a group trip to the place I consider to be my second home: Ireland. ⁣ ⁣ I’ve been 8 times since I lived in Galway in 2011 and this year, I’d love to bring you with me and show you around. ⁣ ⁣ I’ve created a custom itinerary with a focus on some of my favourite spots including:⁣ ⁣ -Dublin⁣ -Killarney and the Dingle Penninsula⁣ -Galway and the Cliffs of Moher⁣ -Inis Mor, the largest of the Aran Islands⁣ ⁣ The tour is one week long and takes place October 24-31, 2020. Cost is $2545USD per person and the max tour group size is 12. This includes all accommodation, transportation to the destinations in Ireland (ie not flights to get there) some meals and activities, and lots of fun since you are stuck with me as your guide 😉⁣ ⁣ I’ll be honest- I know it’s a little pricier but, Ireland isn’t cheap, I wanted to keep it small so it’s more personal, and this is a unique itinerary. ⁣ ⁣ So, ready to explore Ireland (and it’s pubs?!). DM me your email address if you are interested and I’ll send you all the details. ⁣ ⁣ #⁣Dublin #dublincity #irelandtour #templebardistrict #dublinstagram #plussizetraveltoo #fatgirlstraveling #womenwhowander #globelletravels #sheisnotlost #travelbloggertours #irelandtravel #ireland_gram #ireland #dublinstreets #dublindaily
Welcome to my... travel-verse? Universe? Ok page ( Welcome to my... travel-verse? Universe? Ok page (profile?) But that doesn’t sound quite as exciting. ⁣ ⁣ I have a bunch of new followers these past couple months. So, since it’s a new year I thought I would do a quick intro for those who don’t really know me... yet. ⁣ ⁣ HI! I’m Hannah, I’m from Ottawa, Canada and I suffer from travel addiction which has led me on a pretty epic adventure over the last 8 years. 🇨🇦 ⁣ ⁣ After studying criminology in university I decided I wasn’t ready to join the ‘real’ world so I moved to Galway, Ireland. I had no idea what I was doing. I’d never been abroad and I’d never even been on a plane. ✈️ ⁣ ⁣ Turns out it was the best decision ever because 8 years later I’ve been to 60 countries and make my living by running 2 travel blogs (Eat Sleep Breathe Travel and Ireland Stole My Heart) and working as a freelance writer (travel and finance). I spend about 4-6 months of the year travelling, mostly solo, and have been to 5/7 continents so far. 🌎 ⁣ ⁣ But, don’t let that fool you because I’m not nearly as cool as I sound. (Swipe for evidence). I’m clumsy as hell, disaster prone, and a huge goofball. 🙃⁣ ⁣ I like to write and share all things travel: The good and the bad. I don’t shy away from the shitty bits and pride myself in being brutally honest. So prepare yourself for a bit of sass, lots of misadventures, and...well... who knows what else. OG followers will know what I mean when I say that it is ME that we’re talking about here. 😆⁣ ⁣ In the meantime, can we go back to that super sexy second photo? Anyone want to take a guess at what I was actually saying /doing when that incredibly flattering shot was taken? I have no idea but every time I look at it I laugh. 😂⁣ ⁣ #dublin #travelblogger #girlslovetravel #dublinireland #dublinstagram #dublincity #hapennybridge #dublinumbrellas #dublinstreets #fatgirlstraveling #plussizetraveltoo #womenwhowander #globelletravels #canadiantuxedo
Walking into 2020 with a new mindset. ⁣ ⁣ Did Walking into 2020 with a new mindset. ⁣ ⁣ Did you set goals for the new year? Maybe a focus word? Or an intention? ⁣ ⁣ I try to pick a word or a phrase for how I plan to tackle the year. My word for 2020: SELECTIVE. ⁣ ⁣ It seems like a strange word yet as a workaholic and people pleaser, I’ve spent way too much time giving my time, energy, and attention to things and people that, really, don’t deserve it. People or projects that take more than they give and leave me feeling drained, stressed, or sad. ⁣ In terms of work, being selective means stepping back and focusing more on what I actually enjoy and not just doing whatever makes me money. I started taking on this mindset last year, ended up working less and managed to make 50% more than what I originally expected by focusing on what I actually love and find interesting. I’d like to keep that up. ⁣ ⁣ The same goes for people. I tend to be such a ‘yes’ person and a giver. I want to make everyone feel valued and worthwhile but I’ve learned that hard way that some people are quick to take but reluctant to return the favour. I’m happy to give my time and attention to others, but I’d rather save it for those people are actually deserving. The ones who truly appreciate me and are willing to give some of their time and energy back to me as well. ⁣ ⁣ That’s not to say I don’t have space for new things. I love meeting new people and I’m always up for a challenge. But, instead of rushing in and just saying ‘yes’ to it all, I’m going to be more selective. My time has value. My attention has value. And I’d rather give both to projects, things, and people who appreciate it and are willing to reciprocate. ⁣ ⁣ What are your goals/intents for the new year. I’d love to hear them if you are willing to share!⁣ ⁣ #2020goals #2020mindset #2020 #heidelberg #heidelbergbridge #heidelbergaltstadt #germany #fatgirlstraveling #plussizetraveltoo #travelinclusivity #womenwhowander #sheisnotlost #globelletravels #sidewalkersdaily #womenwhoexplore #visitgermany #visitheidelberg
Reflecting on a decade. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Yesterday I Reflecting on a decade. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Yesterday I shared what I was proud of this past year. But a decade- wow. A lot has happened. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ It would be easy to talk about all the good stuff. That fact that in 8 years I’ve visited 60 countries. And that in 7 years I turned my blog, originally a hobby, into an actual business. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Pretty sure if you told 20 year old me where 30 year old me was at right now she’d laugh. After all, 20 year old Hannah had never even been on a plane. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ But while all that seems kind of awesome and impressive. There’s the other things that happened in the past 10 years too. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Like my dad getting sick and never actually recovering. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Like having to cancel my dream of studying abroad. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Like being sexually assaulted. ⁣⁣ Multiple times. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Like having clients drop me for no reason. Or reduce my rates and tell me if I don’t like it I can just move on; as if the fact that I had bills and expenses didn’t even matter. ⁣ ⁣⁣ Like losing friends and loved ones. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ It’s been an eventful decade, for sure. And while I’d say it’s been a successful decade, it certainly hasn’t been easy. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ That’s ok though, because I’m pretty sure that I’m leaving this decade stronger than I was when I started it. Which, in the end, is what matters the most. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ So bring it 2020’s. Let’s see what you’ve got for me. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #⁣⁣2019reflections #2020ready #newyear #newdecade #gorlslovetravel #womenwhowander #womenwhoexplore #globelletravels #heidelbergcastle #heidelberg #germany #longhairdontcare #plussozetraveltoo #fatgirlstravelling #goodbye2019 #hello2020
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