UPDATED FEB 2020. April is a great time to visit Ireland because the flowers are blooming, there are fewer crowds, and the sheep have cute little babies that will make you swoon! Packing can be a little tricky though because the weather can be hit or miss. This is the case no matter what time of year you visit actually,…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Warning: generalizations ahead. Whenever anyone is speaking about people in a category as big as their home country, there are generalizations. I admit this straight up. I’m aware that not all Irish people will fit the mold of what I am sharing today. Still, I wanted to share this lighthearted post about things that make the Irish…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Taking a hot air balloon ride in Luxor is one of the city’s most popular and iconic tourist activities. Gliding through the air and soaking in views of the temples, Nile river, and lush farmland all with a backdrop of rugged, tan mountains was a perfect way to start the day. For me, it’s a travel memory…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Imagine what it would be like to kayak on a peaceful lake in Ireland. The cool, fresh air around you is still with a serene calm. Your arms guide an oar through the motions, gently slicing through the water to push you along the surface. You stop to soak in everything around you. The trees you can…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Even though Dublin is a bustling city, it’s nice to know that there are places to stay where you can be in the heart of the touristy action and still cozy up in a quiet room. Today I’m reviewing a couple of Dublin bed and breakfast options that are solo female travel approved. I stayed at both…
UPDATED MAR 2020. I recently was in a conversation about how traveling has affected people’s relationships with friends and family. One person shared their story of feeling isolated when it came to talking to people back home. When your family and friends don’t support your travels it can be a lonely experience and she asked if anyone else had experienced…
UPDATED FEB 2020. When you’re planning a vacation to Egypt, we know that the Pyramids are a must-see, but where else should you visit? Is Luxor worth visiting? Well, I have to say, Luxor was my favorite leg of my trip to Egypt. To me, it was a city that was overflowing in character, history, and a laid-back vibe that…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Is it safe? This is the question that has come up over and over again, particularly when it comes to solo female travel in Egypt. Short answer, yes but there are some things you need to know before you go to ensure you have a safe time. Let’s dive in and discuss all those things so you…
UPDATED FEB 2020. I figured to follow up on the video I made (which is my favorite video ever by the way!), I would start with an overall guide on the travel planning process. This post is going to be like the foundation for your planning – 17 of the most useful travel tips for Egypt to help you start…
UPDATED NOV 2020. Of all my New Year’s resolutions, I thought reading one book a month would be an easy one. It’s been challenging though. The first book I picked was really boring and now I get commitment-shy when picking my monthly book. I didn’t want to waste time reading lame books. Clearly, I needed some help to take the…