Turkey can get cold. The average temp in the winter is 45 degrees and it tends to be downcast and rainy. In areas like Cappadocia, it can be 20 degrees colder. Despite the cold, outdoor dining is in full swing in the winter. Most restaurants have outdoor tables with heat lamps and blankets. The meals will […]
Author Archives: Penelope
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Jan
Jan
Planning a trip to Japan is intimidating. With the language barrier, widespread cities and attractions, and contradicting information, establishing an itinerary can be wearisome. Here’s what I recommend doing before your trip and once you arrive to set yourself up for stress-free travel. BEFORE Book hotels months in advance. In particular, Central Tokyo hotels are […]
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Jan
Jan
Surprising facts and tips learned while traveling in Osaka, Kyoto and Tokyo, Japan! This is a no tipping country, to the point where it is considered rude to give extra. Use your change (because you will end up with a lot of coins!) for the temples and metro instead! Locals want to help. They will […]
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Dec
Dec
Traveling to Morocco is an opportunity to immerse yourself in a vibrant and culturally rich destination. Embrace the local customs, try new experiences, and approach your journey with an open mind. Morocco has so much to offer, and with the right expectations and an adventurous spirit, you’re sure to create unforgettable memories. How to Dress: […]
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Nov
Nov
Check these items off your list for the best Morocco experience! Get lost in the medinasThe old part of town is a maze of narrow alleyways, with something to admire around every corner. Get a fresh juice, mingle with a shop owner, take in the incredible architecture, doors, tiles and fountains — incredible craftsmanship can […]
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Nov
Nov
Total Days: 9 days | Accommodations: Riads | Traveled with: A friend | Transportation: Walking within the cities, otherwise cars, trains, buses | Type of Trip: Site-seeing, admiring Moroccan art and designs, and some very good meals | Highlights: Riads, Medina mazes and an overnight in the Sahara Prepare to be dazzled! The tiles, the colors, the jewels. It’s all very impressive […]
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Nov
Nov
Fun facts and tips about Morocco and modern day life when traveling within and between the cities. Expect all financial transactions to be through cash! Except for at the riads and hotels, almost everything we paid for was in dirhams. The Moroccan Dirham (MAD) is a closed currency, so you can only obtain it when you arrive […]
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Oct
Oct
Tips and tricks for visiting the Taj Mahal. Visiting the Taj Mahal can be confusing, as information isn’t alway clear or shared ahead of time – here’s what you really need to know when planning to see this incredible Wonder of the World: You can purchase non-refundable tickets online. It saves time from having to […]
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Sep
Sep
First date stories continued! Read Part 1 and Part 2 here. Within two minutes of meeting him at the bar he said, “It’s just so nice not to be recognized. I’m glad you don’t know who I am.” How would I know him, you ask? Well, as it turns out, he is a self-proclaimed celebrity. […]
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Sep
Sep
I decided to share another round of my first date stories after Time Out came out with the news that NYC is the best city in the world to find your soul mate. Green spaces, coffee shops and romantic restaurants might set the mood but here’s the reality. Click here for Part 1. I first […]