Travel
Going to a Peep Show in Amsterdam: My Red Light District Experience
What comes to mind when you think of Amsterdam? Is the tulips? Windmills? Cute wooden clogs? Probably not. While these things are associated with Amsterdam, most tourists know it for two other things: marijuana and the Red Light District, or basically, sex. Pretty much anything to do with sex really; sex shops, condom shops, live…
The Do’s and Dont’s of Iceland’s Blue Lagoon
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…
3 days in Iceland Itinerary: See the Best of Iceland
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…
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…
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…
My Santorini Photoshoot with Localgrapher
Disclaimer: My Santorini Photoshoot was sponsored by Localgrapher “Are you Hannah?” I nodded and smiled nervously as I shook hands with Dimosthenis, my professional photographer for the next hour. Yes, that’s right. I had a photo shoot in Oia, Santorini. Which sounds incredibly extra and not like something I would normally do. I’m not the…
Everything You Want to Know About a Panama Canal Cruise
If you asked me at the start of 2019 what my travel plans were, I would have told you nothing. After a busy 4th quarter in 2018, I was planning on spending a few months at home catching up on work, getting new clients, and saving money for upcoming adventures. But, as is usual, things never…
Irish Fairy Tales Come to Life at Ashford Castle Estate
Picture this: a historic castle located in the woods beside a lake. The front of the castle has a stone bridge, spanning the rushing river below and protected by small towers. Once past the bridge, visitors are greeted by a grand entranceway, guarded on either side by statues of Irish wolfhounds. On the lakeside, there…
Custom Wetsuit 7till8: The Solution to my Problem With Women’s Wetsuits
*Disclaimer: After reading one of my freelance stories, 7till8 sent me a custom wetsuit for consideration of review. All opinions, however, are my own. In 2015 I finally got certified as a scuba diver. It was one of the best things I’ve ever done and I’ve taken advantage of that certification ever since. From Thailand’s…
Montmartre: My Favourite Neighbourhood in Paris
I didn’t expect to fall in love with Paris. In fact, I didn’t even plan on going during my first trip to Europe. It was only thanks to a seat sale and the promise of Christmas markets that I wound up in France’s capital city. Then, just a few short days later, I left completely…
Girls Getaway: European Christmas Market Cruise with Viking River Cruises
Christmas is my favourite time of the year, and my mom’s too. We’re both Christmas crazy and go all out during the festive season. Both of us love the bustle of holiday crowds, the Christmas songs, and of course the lights and decorations. And while neither one of us would trade our (normally) white Christmases…
The Legend of Dracula & more of Romania’s Monsters
It was a dark and cloudy day in Transylvania as I climbed the hill approaching Bran Castle; home to the legend of Dracula. The centuries old fortress jutted out on the rocks overlooking Bran; it’s stone walls ominous and foreboding. There was a definite chill in the late September air and I could imagine myself as…
Paris Food Market Tour with a Local Chef
The Paris metro was busy as we pushed through throngs of people, seemingly more locals than tourists. “What was the stop again?” I asked as we whizzed through the noisy tunnels. My friend Taylor repeated the name to me for about the tenth time that morning and I still didn’t recognize it, despite the fact…
Learning to Surf in Ireland
The cold wind whipped the Atlantic waves into a frenzy as I watched from the safety of the shoreline. Nearly every wave was capped in white foam as they crashed against the empty beach below. I huddled further into the hood of my rain coat as I watched. Not only was the wind bound and…
Girls’ Getaway to Iceland: A Wintery Weekend in Reykjavik
With winter in full swing it’s normal to fantasize about getting away. Most people choose to escape to the Caribbean islands; sunshine, turquoise waters, and tropical drinks. Others head to popular ski destinations; choosing to spend their days on the slopes and their nights in snow-topped chalets. Or you could be like us, and choose…
Waterfalls, Glaciers, and Trolls: Exploring the South Coast of Iceland
The shuttle bus shook gently as we crossed over the mountains. Or at least, we were told they were mountains. The low-lying clouds covered much of the landscape, shrouding hills, and distant volcanos in thick fog. After about twenty minutes of poor visibility, the road veered back down the mountain trail, the clouds dispersing to…
The Non-Hiker’s Guide to Climbing Kotor Castle for Sunset
Standing on the walls of old town Kotor, I eyed the pathway from town to the top of the nearby hill and San Giovanni Castle, aka Kotor Castle on top . Towering over the bay it promised beautiful panoramic views and, if I left in about an hour, I knew I could be up there…
The Best Travel Shirt: Tank Top with 2 Pockets by The Clever Travel Companion
Confession time: I would lose my head if it wasn’t attached At least that’s why my mom has always said about me. I used to disagree, telling her that I keep track of the important stuff. Until one day a stranger came up to me in the airport with my passport in his hand “Miss,…