My Travels
10 Incredible Things to See and Do in Budapest
Budapest is one of my favorite European destinations thanks to its grand architecture, unique history, and the excellent exchange rate. There are so many things to do in this picturesque city that everyone is sure to find something (if not many things) to love. Here are my Budapest top 10 things to do and see!…
Read MorePrague’s John Lennon Wall: More Than Just A Pretty Instagram
Many of us have probably seen the brightly colored and graffiti covered John Lennon Wall tucked away in the heart of Prague on Instagram. I will admit that the wall does make for a lovely backdrop and photo opportunity. However, this piece of living history tells an incredible story of Communism, oppression, and the power…
Read MoreBucket List Budapest: A Guide to Thermal Baths
If you are looking for some fun, relaxation, and a way to (literally) soak up a bit of Hungarian culture, a trip to one of Budapest’s many thermal bathhouses is a must. Budapest is home to over 100 thermal springs, which have been used for their healing waters since Ancient Rome. While no operational Roman…
Read MoreBucket List Italy: 20 Unforgettable Adventures To Add To Your List
There are so many incredible things to see and do in Italy that it is surely impossible to capture them all in just one list! Though it was difficult, I managed to narrow down my top 20 must-add items to any Italy bucket list. Without further ado, here they are: 1.Hike the five coastal towns…
Read MoreCzech It Out: Prague Christmas Markets
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! The weekend I arrived in Prague marked the first weekend of their Christmas markets, and I was more than excited to not only be able to explore this unique and historic city, but to see it filled with Christmas magic. Prague did not disappoint! One of my favorite…
Read MoreRacing Through Roma: How to Conquer Rome in a Day
Rome wasn’t built in a day, therefore it should come as no surprise that attempting to see all of Italy’s capital city in one day is, in a word, impossible. I recommend spending several days in Rome to be able to explore as much of this historic and glorious city as you can. However, if…
Read MoreA Day Trip to “Fair Verona”: Romeo, Juliet, and Me
Shakespeare chose to set his tragic romance Romeo and Juliet “in fair Verona,” and after my visit this weekend, its obvious why. Every inch of the town is dripping with beauty, charm, and most notably, romance. The city truly is the perfect setting for a tale of “star crossed lovers.” Everywhere you look in Verona, there is evidence…
Read MoreReasons Venice is Better than You Imagined
Over 2.9 million tourists visit “The Floating City” each year. A picturesque and historic hub of arts and culture (and the wedding location of George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin) its no wonder Venice is the 28th most internationally visited city. Its unique labyrinth of bridges and canals are unlike any in the world, making Venice…
Read MoreA Day In Perugia: Attending the 2015 Eurochocolate Festival
Every year for the last 22 years, the beautiful and historic hilltop town of Perugia transforms into a chocolate lover’s paradise for its annual Eurochocolate Festival, the largest chocolate festival in Europe. I couldn’t resist making a trip there myself (although I am sure my dentist would be horrified)! Perugia Perugia is the capital of…
Read MoreExploring Tuscany: Pisa, San Gimignano, and Siena
When I studied abroad last year, I saved my trip to see the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa for the last day of my time in Florence. This approach was great, in theory, until I accidentally slept through 3 alarms and wound up missing my tour. Therefore, this weekend I was incredibly excited to finally…
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