Belfast, a city previously defined by The Troubles, is quick becoming a destination worthy of a city break. Slowly rising from its dark past, Belfast is less crowded and cheaper than Dublin. On my first visit to Belfast several years ago, I was excited to explore a new city, and see more of the beautiful … Continue reading Mini City Guide: The Best Spots in Belfast
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My Favourite Secret Beach in Ireland, Visiting Idyllic Ardmore
In only two days, Waterford County became one of my favorite places in Ireland. Many travellers coming to Ireland haven't heard of Waterford. Which is, in part, what makes it so great. Vibrant street art, and tiny towns with ace coffee shops. A greenway stretching miles and miles with soaring viaducts and fairy homes. Ancient … Continue reading My Favourite Secret Beach in Ireland, Visiting Idyllic Ardmore
Irish Castles, Lush Greenways and Stunning Hikes: A Weekend in Waterford
Many travellers coming to Ireland haven't heard of Waterford. Often overlooked, Waterford is, in my opinion, one of the best places to visit in Ireland. Known as the Deise, pronounced "Day-sha", Waterford is named after the ancient Celtic tribe who settled in the area years ago. Dating back to the start of the 10th century, … Continue reading Irish Castles, Lush Greenways and Stunning Hikes: A Weekend in Waterford
A Guide to Savannah’s Two Sides, Soulful & Spooky
The essence of Savannah curves through the city. Oak trees covered with dangling Spanish moss. Historic homes with beautiful iron details. Unwavering southern hospitality. A burgeoning food and drink scene. And, of course, historical markers on what seems like every street. It's said to be one of the most haunted cities in America, and at … Continue reading A Guide to Savannah’s Two Sides, Soulful & Spooky
Christmastime Magic Lives in Brussels
Near the end of 2019, after a week in Athens, most of which was spent working, I boarded a flight to Brussels with plans to spend a day and a half in Bruges. Was it an aggressive plan? Kind of, but with onward plans to spend nearly a week in Amsterdam, followed by London, and … Continue reading Christmastime Magic Lives in Brussels
The Ultimate Guide to the Best of Marrakesh in 3 Days
Nothing can really prepare you for your first visit to Marrakesh. It’s everything you imagine. It’s a place that can be magical. But, for many, it’s much less- chaotic, dusty, harsh. It’s definitely not a city for everyone. Before heading to Marrakesh for a long weekend trip, I’d been warned by people who had been … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to the Best of Marrakesh in 3 Days
5 Reasons to Visit Beautiful Barcelona
Seemingly overnight, Barcelona became one of my favorite cities in the world. Barcelona, a city with incredible architecture, golden beaches and an infectious energy. Even though it’s part of Spain’s mainland, Barcelona is the capital of the Catalonia region, an autonomous region that’s proud of their distinctive culture and history. Incredible architecture (oh, Gaudi), golden beaches, … Continue reading 5 Reasons to Visit Beautiful Barcelona
10 Reasons to Visit Hong Kong
A GUIDE TO HONG KONG When people think of Hong Kong, they think of high rises, densely populated streets, lots of noise and constant energy. It’s city meets jungle. There are only a handful of places in the world that feel like home, places I could live. Before this trip, those places had been Austin, … Continue reading 10 Reasons to Visit Hong Kong
Inspiration to Visit Poland in 18 Photos
INSPIRATION TO VISIT POLAND Gdańsk, Wroclaw, Krakow- places I hadn't heard of until I moved to Europe. Despite having strong Polish heritage, the only memory associations I had with Poland were Warsaw and Aushwitz. And now, after visits to all three, Poland is, without question, one of my favourite places in Europe. In fact, as … Continue reading Inspiration to Visit Poland in 18 Photos
One Day to Explore Sofia, Bulgaria
A GUIDE TO ONE DAY IN SOFIA Planning for a weekend in early February, I decided to explore a new-to-me country and set to Googling the cheapest weekend destinations in Europe. Near the top of the list of places I hadn't been? Bulgaria. Scoring a return flight under £60 and finding a beautiful Airbnb in … Continue reading One Day to Explore Sofia, Bulgaria