Hands down - the best travel experience I have ever had - and I've had a lot!
The scenic helicopter ride was an hour and a half total. We flew from the green grasses outside of Denali, and flew on top of a white, snow-capped glacier. I seriously felt like I was in ... Read more from my Helicopter Ride over Denali story.
If you've had Bora Bora, Tahiti and French Polynesia on your bucket list, but you may not want an overwater bungalow, a cruise may be a great way to see this country!
While I was in Bora Bora, I went snorkeling....while wearing a fully oxygenated helmet! I wanted to Scuba dive (but was a little nervous) and it was a perfect compromise.
No trip to Italy is complete without a pasta making class!
In Lecce, which let me tell you is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, I did a pasta making class to make Puglia's most common pasta - orecchiette.
In Positano, I did a vintage car tour, which was incredible!
You drive around (with a driver!) in vintage VWs and Fiats from the 1970s, make stops at stunning view points, and take a few photos if that's your thing!
River Cruises are a perfect way to see it all, but unpack once! Similar in a sense to an all inclusive, you for the most part pay one price and get it all. Included in your cruise fare usually (but not always!) consists of:
How do I even begin talking about this fabulous day?! In Santorini, I had scheduled a full day boat tour for my partner and I. We both love the water, so why not right?!
To me, one of the best ways to see Egypt is from a River Cruise. River Cruises are essentially floating hotels, which I love (aka, you only unpack only once)! You’ll board the cruise in Luxor, and sail down the Nile for 7 days. You’ll stop in different cities and towns such as ... Read more from my River Cruising via the Nile River - Egypt story.
Who likes food, and who likes learning while traveling?! One of my favorite day trips while in Japan was a Kobe Beef + Sake excursion.
The day started by getting in our private transfer, then drove through the countryside to a Kobe Beef farm (note: this is not for vegetarians). Upon arrival, ... Read more from my Kobe Beef & Sake Tastings story.
One of the most beautiful moments from any of my travels was in the heart of Tokyo. It was around dusk, and I was so tired from a full day of walking around the city (if you’ve been to Tokyo, you know how much walking this is)!
One of the first thing that usually comes to mind when thinking of Japan are their bullet trains.
Bullet trains, formally called Shinkansen, are the best transportation resource in Japan. The trains connect to all major cities, and most minor cities, and go at a speed of approximately 199 mph. Aside from being an ... Read more from my Bullet trains in Japan story.
Foodies Unite! Here is my ultimate list of must-try foods in Japan!
1. Sushi, of course! Fun fact: sushi is so popular in Japan because Japan is a small island, so access to fish is abundant and you can grow the most amount of rice in the smallest amount of land.
No trip to Japan is complete without a visit to Kyoto. Kyoto is home to everything traditional in Japan - temples, geisha, sacred tea ceremonies, traditional cuisine, kimono, the bamboo forest, shrines and more.
Kyoto is home to more than 2,000 temples and shrines and 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. I recommend visiting Fushimi Inari Taisha, and walk ... Read more from my Why I love Kyoto story.
In Croatia, the towns and beaches along the coast between Split and Dubrovnik are so alluring. I definitely suggest taking time to meander and explore when traveling between the more popular destinations.
Lake Como is a huge lake, with many different spots to stay. I'll list out a few - but of course a one on one chat will help us determine which area is best for you to stay!
Venice is one of those must see places in life, but some times you get there and it is so crowded! It is crowded because it is so iconic, but if you're like me, you'll want to get a bit off the beaten path!
My absolute favorite place in Portugal is the Douro Valley. The Douro Valley is full of lush rolling hills, covered in vines. It is one of the top producing wine regions, and the wine is amazing if I do say so myself.
Guys, I have never once done a polar plunge, but when Aurora Expeditions got on the loud speaker and said if you wanted to do the polar plunge, get to the back of the ship, I did!
When I visited Bali, I was able to stay at one of the coolest hotels - Buahan, A banyan Tree Escape.
This hotel is located within the jungle outside of Ubud, completely surrounded by nature. Each villa has a three wall concept, where you are truly in nature at all times. In ... Read more from my One of the best stays in Ubud story.
While Lisbon is a city that has it all, day trips are always fun! Two favorites I recommend are going to Sintra and Alentejo Wine Region.
Sintra:
The World Heritage Site of Sintra is a town of palaces, landscapes, culture, and art. Here you'll lear about the ancient myths of Celtic bards, the Moorish legends, the ... Read more from my 2 Perfect day trips from Lisbon story.
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