Tag Archives: wanderer

New Zealand North Island Itinerary

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 […]

New Zealand Travel Tips and Fun Facts

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 […]

Why you should go to Doha instead of Dubai!

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, […]

A Long Weekend in New Orleans Itinerary

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 […]

5 Days in San Francisco Itinerary for First Time Visitors

Total Days: 5 Days | Accommodations: Recommend the Washington Square Inn or a hotel in Nob Hill | Transportation:  Lots of walking and urban hiking, Uber and a car rental for 36 hours | Traveled With: Sister and brother in law | Type of Trip: A whirlwind of walking to the best landmarks and excellent […]

Lessons Learned in Mexico City

Tips and fun facts when traveling through CDMX! There is both an entry and exit official Immigration Form on the same paper. You’ll likely fill out both at the airport upon arriving but keep the exit one for when you leave the country! Cash is needed at markets and street vendors. The airport is a good […]

2 Days in Foodie Heaven aka Bologna Itinerary

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 […]

6 Days on the Amalfi Coast Itinerary

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 […]

Six Reasons Why You Should Have a Bachelorette (or Bachelor Party) in Portland, Maine

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 […]

The Perfect Weekend Getaway in Portland, Maine Itinerary

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 […]