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 […]
Category Archives: Travel Tips
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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
Jul
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
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 […]
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Jun
Jun
Machu Picchu I’ll get this one out of the way! Yes, Machu Picchu lives up to the hype. The ruins and history are fascinating, but it’s the majestic surroundings that really make this sacred site one of the wonders of the world. Every room of the city was built with such intention: the way the […]
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May
May
Tips and Tricks for Traveling to Peru As of May 2021, masks and shields are required on public transportation, Covid tests are required when entering the country and there is a 9PM curfew. Click here for more information about traveling to Peru during the pandemic. The main neighborhoods of Lima are exceptionally clean. There is […]
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May
May
Essential Items to Bring for Lima Exploring and Cusco Adventuring Most visitors come to Peru during the winter season, which goes from May-September. Though chillier, the likelihood of heavy rain goes down! I was there in May and experienced everything from a cold and foggy 30 degrees to a bold and radiant 80 degrees so […]
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May
May
One of the reasons Peru is so magical is because you can be in the city, on the water, in the desert, in a forest or mountains all in one trip. Peru Hop offers a two day excursion south of Lima to visit a few of these terrains. It starts with a short trip to […]
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May
May
Real Covid-19 Rules and Regulations (and All the Things They Don’t Tell You!) As of May 2021, Peru is having its second wave and the severity is categorized as high – extreme. Vaccines are only available for those 80 years and older, and on top of that, many residents are hesitant about getting the vaccine […]
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May
May
What to Expect and How to Plan for the 4-Day Salkantay Hike with Salkantay Trekking If you’re trying to decide whether to do the Salkantay Trek, I can tell you that it is grueling and the attitude is no joke, but it is magnificent, rewarding and every view is a postcard snapshot. Because of Covid, […]