Specific Tips and Strategies for Planning Your Trip to Italy’s Favorite Southern Coastline Transportation The buses are the best way to travel in between Amalfi towns, but mentally prepare for a harrowing ride along the cliffs, mere inches away from the other vehicles. Have day trip transportation planned ahead of time. The Sita buses stop […]
Author Archives: Penelope
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Jan
Jan
Tips and etiquette when traveling through Italy Coffee Order a “caffè” and you’ll be treated to a single shot of espresso. Sip it at the bar like the locals do. You’ll be charged more if you sit down with it! As a rule of thumb, don’t order a cappuccino (or really any coffee that contains milk) […]
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Jan
Jan
Total Days: 6 Days | Accommodations: Hotel in Positano and Hotel in Sorrento | Transportation: Walking/hiking, buses and ferries between towns | Traveled: With a girlfriend | Type of Trip: A lot of logistics and travel time are 100% worth the scenic views and carbs | Highlights: Ravello Gardens, dinner at La Tagliata, drinks at Franco’s, boat ride in Capri, views from Path of […]
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Jan
Jan
10 Reasons To Choose the Chase Sapphire Reserve (including the 2020 updates!) If you travel, or hope to travel more, it’s time to get a credit card with travel perks. There are the “big three,” but I’ve had the Chase Sapphire Reserve Card for a few years and can verify it has been a fantastic […]
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Dec
Dec
It’s often hard to find the perfect itinerary for the hodgepodge of bride-to-be, college friends, future sister-in-law, cousin and random co-worker. Well Vegas can wait! To celebrate the bride-to-be and keep her close-knit crew busy, fed and happy, look no further! Portland may just be the perfect balance of low key but fun and nice […]
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Dec
Dec
Total Time 48 Hours| Accommodations: Hotel or Inn in Downtown Portland | Transportation: Walking and biking | Traveled: With girlfriends | Type of Trip: Iconic Maine food and drinks | Highlights: Lobstering, Brewery Tour, Bike Ride, Holy Donuts Welcome to Maine, a state that has 3,478 miles of coastline, 67 lighthouses and produces 40 million pounds […]
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Dec
Dec
Making the most of Istanbul with transportation, site seeing and activity suggestions When I have the time and a longer layover is in an option in a new city, I jump on the opportunity! Istanbul was an easy yes, as most city sites are in the same area. It’s an ambitious itinerary but it can […]
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Sep
Sep
Total Days: 5 Days | Accommodations: Resort in Kaanapali | Transportation: Rented a car | Traveled With: Girlfriend | Type of Trip: Relaxing and reveling in natural landmarks | Highlights: Haleakala Sunrise, Surfing, Waterfall exploring on Road to Hana, Old Lahaina Luau DAY 1 At a glimpse: Rent a car at the airport and drive […]
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Sep
Sep
Add to your Hawaii must-do list now! Practice your hula at a traditional Luau. There are several luau options and pros/cons of each, but the waterfront Old Lahaina Luau is focused on the authenticity of Hawaiian history and music, as well as traditional cuisine. Spend time in the warm cobalt blue water. Surfing was invented […]
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Sep
Sep
First and foremost, don’t call it San Fran!! The only worse crime would be calling it Frisco. To the locals it’s San Francisco, SF or The City. It is COLD! It is not your typical “California weather” so prepare for clouds, fog (Karl) and chilly nights any time of the year. The water is also […]