Milford Sound was the highlight of our New Zealand trip. Not only do we recommend the drive there, but an overnight stay was the best decision we made. Here’s everything you need to know! The drive to Milford Sound is half the fun. From Queenstown, I recommend renting a car so you can stop at […]
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Apr
Apr
Total Days: 6 | Accommodations: Hotels/Hostels | Transportation: Aukland is walkable and rented a car for the rest of the trip| Traveled with: A girlfriend | Type of Trip: Focus on beaches and unique scenery | Highlights: Waiheke Island, Tongariro Crossing Hike, beach walks and kayaking trips There are so many different routes you could […]
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Apr
Apr
Useful information and tidbits before traveling to NZ! Kiwis (the bird) are nocturnal so don’t expect to see them out and about! We spoke to life-long locals who had never seen a Kiwi in the wild. New Zealand is very clean. Even the public restrooms are some of the nicest I’ve ever been in. The […]
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Apr
Apr
Doha, the capital of Qatar, is the “little sister” city to Dubai. While Dubai offers ample accolades and record-breaking landmarks including the best hotel, tallest building and largest mall by total area, visitors in Doha won’t be disappointed with the Arabic-inspired architecture, waterfront sand dunes and authentic Middle-Eastern attractions. Not the largest in the world, […]
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Mar
Mar
Total Days: 3 Days | Accommodations: Hotel in CBD or French District | Transportation: Mostly walking, some Ubers and a streetcar ride | Traveled: Girls trip| Type of Trip: Exploring the city during the day, good food, live music and drinks at night| Highlights: Garden District tour, jazz on Frenchmen Street, kayaking in the bayou This is an itinerary for those who want an authentic […]
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Feb
Feb
Day Trips to Sausalito, Tiburon and Angel Island The Blue & Gold Fleet and the Golden Gate Ferry both do the Sausalito-Tiburon-Angel Island loop, have indoor and outdoor seating and offer alcoholic and alcoholic beverages and snacks for the short worthwhile trips across the Bay! Sausalito A 30 minute ferry ride from SF, Sausalito is a […]
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Jan
Jan
Total Time: 48 Hours | Accommodations: Hotel or Airbnb at Bologna Central| Transportation: Almost all walking | Traveled: Solo | Type of Trip: Focus on Italian food and landmarks | Highlights: Food tour, Sanctuary of the Madonna, Landmark and University exploring “Bologna is the food capital of the world” according to the Guardian. How can […]
12
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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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 […]