UPDATED MAR 2020. Have you heard of the Dolomites? This nature-filled area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is my favorite part about living in Italy. I love that you can explore just about anything from lakes, mountains, waterfalls, hikes, or snow adventures in winter. Here’s a look at what’s on offer with this guide to hikes in the…
UPDATED FEB 2020. I’ll be honest, when I first came across the website for the Thermal Beer Spa in Budapest, I thought that it was a touristy rip-off. I was also a bit skeptical of soaking in a tub of beer. Isn’t that yeast? All my spidey senses told me that it seemed like a bad idea. For some reason…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Budapest is one of the quieter cities in Europe with a lot to offer. The range of thermal baths were the first things to catch my attention. I’m a real water baby so I appreciate any time that I can get in the water! I was quick to realize though, that it is a city with a…
UPDATED FEB 2020. I have to say, I thought it would be easy to do a ‘where to stay in Budapest’ style post where I compared two different hotels. But, it turned out harder than I thought. I liked them both for different reasons and am a classic Libra who can argue both sides for anything. This post made me…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Paris seems to be a divisive destination in that people seem to either love it or hate it. For me, I loved Paris. It is a city with its own romantic, magical energy that was just contagious. It’s also a beautiful place to wander around and explore. Like every big city, it has its crowds, pickpocketing, and…
UPDATED FEB 2020. If you are planning a trip to Paris but don’t know where to start then today’s post is for you. I’m sharing a travel planning guide to prepare you for a holiday to this iconic city, which, in my opinion, is a destination everyone should visit in their lifetime. Here you can find the basics on how…
UPDATED FEB 2020. What a dream. That’s the first thing that comes to mind when I think of my stay at this Airbnb. I wanted to find somewhere to stay in Paris with an Eiffel Tower view because it was a long time dream of mine. A dream heavily influenced by Sex And The City and photos of Beyonce which…
UPDATED MAR 2020. Most of the time, people call me Katie. But for one sunny day in January, I was simply known as Gladiator! Ok, ok, I’ll admit that maybe that was only in my head and maybe I’ve seen the movie Gladiator one too many times. Anyway, I had wanted to visit the Colosseum since I saw that movie. It…
UPDATED FEB 2020. No Valentine? No problem. Travel is always there for you. Here’s a guide to 5 relaxing breaks for solo travelers who want to treat themselves to a little ‘me time’. These feature the things we all want – a mix of relaxation, adventure, good food, and quality alone time with Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson. Ok, maybe I…
UPDATED FEB 2020. Prague is a destination that is like being in a fairytale during December. It’s enchanting, magical and full of all the festive vibes. In today’s post, I’m sharing a loaded guide on how to plan a visit to Prague during Christmas time. Here you can find recommendations on where to stay, what to do, and some of…