Wow, oh wow, were we blown away by the Lake District! We spent four blissful days over my birthday hiking, getting soggy in the mist, and eating simple meals cooked over a campervan hob. Usually, I’d try to visit multiple times to perfect an itinerary, but honestly I feel like we really nailed our Lake District journey on this first go. So I’m sharing with you the very specific details of our trip and our four-day itinerary.
Read MoreThe beautiful banks of the Duoro River call for late evenings spent strolling the streets of Porto. And, late nights call for slower starts to the day— enter brunch. The city of Porto is reflected in its brunch scene. It’s diverse and ultra laidback. If you’re on the hunt for the best brunch in Porto, whether you’re looking for #basic avocado toast or more traditional Portuguese breakfast cuisine, this post has your cravings covered. It also includes a map to help you find all the delicious dining options mentioned in this post {I gotchu}.
Read MoreIn June, Luke and I took hopped into a stranger’s car in Salamanca, Spain, on a Sunday morning and rode several hours to Seville, in the southern part of the country. We didn’t hitchhike. We didn’t know the man we rode with and hadn’t met him beforehand. So how did we do it? We signed up for BlaBlaCar!
Read MoreSofia, Bulgaria, should be on your radar! It’s an affordable European destination that is criminally underrated by travelers. A scrumptious food scene, thriving art community, and riveting history make Sofia a great addition to any European itinerary.
Read MoreWith Pancake Day {i.e. Shrove Tuesday} right around the corner, and London being a foodie’s dream city, I figured some of you might be wondering where to find the best pancakes in London. That’s why I put together a post specifically for the upcoming “holiday” so that you would be able to easily navigate London and all the short stack bliss that awaits.
Read MoreWhile Spanish cuisine might have a reputation for being meat-centric, there are plenty of options for authentic vegetarian tapas in Seville. The city, which is the largest in the Andalusia region, has a thriving food culture that caters to more than just its carnivorous residents.
Read MoreWondering how to spend a week exploring Bosnia + Herzegovina on the open road? I’ve created an epic road trip itinerary that includes delicious local cuisine, historical sites, stunning scenery, and cultural museums.
Read MorePlanning 3 days in Istanbul? Discover the highlights and hidden gems of Istanbul with this comprehensive 3-day travel itinerary.
Read MoreI couldn’t wait to head to Croatia this summer. I had heard about its stunning beaches and had read all about the Game of Thrones shooting locations. And then…I arrived. This is probably going to get a lot of internet hate, but…I didn’t love Croatia. I liked it, sort of. But I wouldn’t rush back. Yes, there was plenty to see and no, I didn’t have a bad time. Not every place is “for” everybody, and Croatia just wasn’t “for” me.
Read MoreWhere can you find a giant Tony Soprano statue, an “Easter egg” monument, the best bagels in the Baltics, and a city within a city complete with border control? Vilnius, Lithuania. The Baltic city stole my heart with its wacky, weird, and wonderful things to do and see.
Read MoreDiscover the best things to see and do in Riga, Latvia with this comprehensive guide. From exploring the beautiful Old Town to enjoying the city's vibrant nightlife and cuisine, there's something for everyone in this charming European destination.
Read MoreOver a pizza AirBnB dinner, we booked our ferry and we were off to Finland. Because I had put it out of my mind for a time, I hadn’t done much research on how to take the ferry over to Helsinki. I only knew that you could. That’s why I’ve now created this handy guide to help you pick a ferry operator, navigate to the terminal, and save yourself money along the way! In this post, I’ll be focusing primarily on my experience riding the Eckero Line ferry. However, I’ve included notes about alternatives for those seeking to spend.
Read More1 day in Bucharest is just enough to scratch the surface of the Romanian city. In 24 hours, you can try some of the city’s food, join a walking tour, and explore the city’s offbeat art.
Read MoreCraft beer tours in Europe are a dime-a-dozen. Most are more like messy pub crawls than beer tours that pass on historical and cultural knowledge to its participants. Luckily for me, Peter’s craft beer tour of Ljubljana, a capital city that stole my heart, packed in as much architecture, history, and cultural context as it did pints.
Read MoreStaying in a prison cell might sound like a nightmare, but Hostel Celica is more like a dream set in the art-meets-grunge Metelkova Mesto area in Ljubljana. Cells of a military prison have been transformed into individual cell rooms designed by local and international artists. My stay at Hostel Celica was one of the most interesting and unique hosted stays I’ve ever had.
Read MoreLake Bled is quickly garnering attention from travelers thanks to its pristine lake water and dense forest greenery. Topped off with a castle on a hill and famous cream cake, and you have the making’s of what quickly became one of my favourite destinations I’ve visited in Europe ever— which says a lot coming from a girl who literally grew up traveling the continent.
Read MoreIn this article, I'll take a closer look at some of the best cafés in Vienna, from traditional coffeehouses to trendy joints. I’ll share the history and culture of Viennese coffee, and introduce you to some of the most iconic coffeehouses in the city. So, whether you're looking for a classic cup of coffee or a unique and creative coffee experience, Vienna has something to offer. Read on to discover the best coffee cafés in Vienna, Austria.
Read MoreIn this post, you’ll find all the details about what I ate, what you can expect on a tour, and what the mission of Devour Tours is. I’m sure by the time you get to the end of this bad boy, you’ll be booking your own tour with Devour in no time. I’m basically plotting a way to get back to Spain just simply to eat more with them.
Read MoreOne of my favourite things to do in a city that is frequented by fellow travelers is to get off the beaten path and find something {or, in this case, six somethings} that is off the beaten path or hidden, even if it is in plain sight.
Read MoreLisbon quickly won me {and my camera} over, putting Portugal at the top of my list for favourite European countries. The hilly city with its many colourful and diverse neighbourhoods is filled with secret side streets, beautiful back alleys, and magic miraduoros is a photographer’s delight. Lisbon’s endless Instagram potential is just one of the many reasons people are falling head-over-heels for it.
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