Total Days: 3 Days | Accommodations: Kiawah Island Villa | Transportation: Biking and Kiawah Island Golf Resort shuttle | Traveled: with friends| Type of Trip: Relaxing and leisure sports | Highlights: Dolphin sightings, world-class golf and jungly bike rides If you are visiting Kiawah, you are either staying at the Sanctuary Hotel or the Andell Hotel, one of the hotel villas or through a private rental. […]
Author Archives: Penelope
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Sep
Total Days: 1 Day | Accommodations: Stay in the City Centre | Transportation: Walking | Traveled: Solo | Type of Trip: A jam-packed day of site-seeing | Highlights: Dublin Castle, Long Room Library and Gravity Bar Dublin attractions can mostly be done in one day if you time it right! Below is your perfect one day Dublin itinerary that hits all the highlights so that you […]
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Sep
Sep
Total Days: 4 Days | Accommodations: Hotel in New Town near Princes Street | Transportation: Walking and Tram from the Airport | Traveled: Solo | Type of Trip: History and royal discoveries | Highlights: Carlton Hill, Dean Village, Harry Potter inspiration, Highlands tour DAY 1 At a glimpse: Exploring the intersection of New and Old and then a hearty pub dinnerTravel agenda: If you are based […]
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Sep
Sep
Check these off your list and you’re guaranteed to have a fantastic trip! Visit a castle or palaceDublin Castle is the obvious choice as it’s the symbol of Edinburgh. But there’s also the ruins of Dunnottar Castle on the water, Dunrobin Castle in the Highlands or the impressive Stirling Castle. In addition, the Palace of […]
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Sep
Sep
Surprising facts and tips learned while traveling in Edinburgh and the Highlands The cars are so small that “one way streets” are actually two way streets. Look both ways! The buses move at a surprisingly speedy rate. The Tram is also a convenient option to get around, especially to/from the airport! The city is very […]
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Aug
Aug
Fun Facts and Lessons Learned in Manhattan I’ve been visiting New York City several times a year since I was in college. It wasn’t until I moved to the city and spent more time exploring the neighborhoods that I learned the following: Crosswalk buttons are a thing of the past. Almost all intersections automatically […]
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Jul
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Since moving to the city, I’ve visited some of the most popular attractions, but it’s the unusual, off the beaten path (or maybe hidden right in the heart of the city!) sights that seem to be the most memorable. If you’re a local or planning to visit, consider giving some support to these lesser-known places. […]
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Jul
Jul
Why you should still travel to Greece without a significant other! The Bad When you’re walking through the maze of streets in Santorini or Mykonos, you’ll have to side step the girls in flowing skirts posing for their Instagram husbands. For resorts, hotels or spas, almost 100% of offers are targeted for couples. A sailboat cruise […]
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What you must do and what to skip in Santorini! Let’s start with the must-do list: Sunsets from different views. The sunsets are worth the hype but you should see them from various viewpoints: in my opinion at least one in Fira, one in Oia and one on a sunset cruise! Get on a yacht/cruise/sailboat […]
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Jul
Surprising facts and tips learned while traveling in Santorini, Mykonos and Athens. Santorini is not just for couples. Read about my time solo here! It gets chilly at night even in the summers, so sweaters and jackets are a must. Greeks love coffee and leisurely long lunches. Dinner is eaten late, often after 10pm. Learn […]