Kruger National Park is massive. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the options as soon as you start looking at planning your self-driving itinerary. You’ll have to decide where you want to stay, but I’ve planned two trips to Kruger. One was canceled due to the pandemic, so I got a second chance at planning. I changed some things on the second attempt and still wish I’d done a few things differently. So, this is the Kruger National Park itinerary I wish I’d planned. Plus, the details about why, how to plan, and some tips. The post is everything I wish I’d known when I planned my itinerary. Some o ..read more

Self-driving Kruger National Park in South Africa is one of the best ways to make a safari more affordable. It requires more planning and thought but also costs thousands of dollars less than some of the private game reserves nearby. It’s worth the effort if you’re budget-conscious. Both times I was planning my trip to Kruger, I was disappointed with the information I could find about the rest camps and how to book and plan. So, this is everything I learned to help you plan your self-driving safari through Kruger. Some of the links on the page are affiliate links. If you choose to purchase fro ..read more

Kruger National Park in South Africa is an incredible location for a safari. Planning a self-driving trip can be stressful without any diet concerns, but adding a gluten-free diet to the mix makes it harder. Plus, there is very little information about how to go on a safari and still avoid gluten. I’ve been on several safaris. These are my tips for a gluten-free safari in Kruger. Some of them are things I did, and some of them I wish I’d known. Note—this is for someone who is going to self-drive through the park. If you want to go on a tour, there are options for that, too. Some of the links o ..read more

Before I made the trip, I didn’t realize how perfect this itinerary was. You can see the natural wonders of Victoria Falls and go on a safari in a really cool place. Plus, you only need a week (including travel time!) After the trip this itinerary has become one of my most recommended ones to my friends. You’re reading, and that makes us friends. So, this is a perfect Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park itinerary. Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park – Overview Day 1– Explore Victoria Falls National Park and evening Zambezi River Cruise Day 2– Victoria Falls Adventure- Devil’s Pool or oth ..read more

Travel in Southern Africa is unlike anywhere else in the world. A safari should be (and probably is) on your bucket list. However, planning a safari as a Celiac or someone with food allergies can be intimidating. But incredible properties like this one make it easy! This J.W. Marriott Masai Mara review covers everything. But, I’ll focus on what stood out to me as Celiac with other food allergies. I hope that by the end of this post, you’ll be able to book confidently and enjoy your trip! TLDR—This property is absolutely incredible for a celiac. It’s amazing, and they do gluten-free incredibly ..read more

Going on a Safari in Africa is a bucket-list travel item for so many people—as it should be. It’s incredible. But as someone who has Celiac and has to eat gluten-free, it can be really intimidating. You’re heading into a new place, and there isn’t a lot of information about how to go on a gluten-free safari. I’ve been Celiac for more than 10 years. I’ve discovered that one of my absolute favorite things is a safari. I’ve been on 4 trips in 3 different countries. They’ve been a variety of styles, from a luxury stay to camping (okay, glamping). So you can find something that works for you. I’ve ..read more

European Christmas Markets are becoming a bucket list-worthy trip. Rightly so. Experiencing the magic of the markets is a perfect way to get you in the mood for the holidays. But there are hundreds of markets to choose from. It’s impossible to see them all on one trip (especially if you’re using American vacation time). I remember being frustrated and overwhelmed trying to nail down an itinerary for my Christmas market trip. This Christmas Market itinerary will give you an option to consider as you plan your trip. Christmas Market Itinerary: Overview This is the general overview of the itinera ..read more

Vienna is a beautiful city. The architecture and music scene make it extra. It’s also a great place to visit in early winter. The Christmas markets in Vienna were my favorite! There was so much to do but it can be cold. It’s especially cold when you’re trying to explore everything the city has to offer. This Vienna winter packing list is a great place to start so you know what to pack and what to leave. Packing in winter is hard. Everything is bulky so you have to be even more intentional about what you bring with you. This is based on what I learned from walking around the city in the cold. S ..read more

Vienna is a beautiful city all year; the music and architecture are always festive. But, during the Advent season, the city comes alive with markets everywhere. After checking so many markets these are the best Vienna Christmas Markets. One of them was my favorite of the whole trip. These are the best Christmas markets plus what to do when the markets aren’t open and everything else you need to know to plan your trip to see the markets in Vienna. The Best Christmas Markets in Vienna Every market is fun to wander around but these are great places to fit in. 1 – Main Christmas Market – Rathauspl ..read more

To explore a city and see Christmas markets it’s helpful to have a plan. Luckily, the markets in Vienna are usually near the sites you’d want to see anyone. This Vienna Christmas Market itinerary helps you plan to see the city and the Christmas markets on your visit. We’ll assume 3 days. I know you’re trying to see more than one city on your trip. I’d recommend adding the markets in Budapest and Bratislava. Some of the links on the page are affiliate links. If you choose to purchase from one of the links, I earn money at no extra cost to you. I’ll only recommend brands I’ve used and love (or a ..read more