For years I dreamed of visiting Venice — and somehow, the real Venice was even better than the hype. How long could this marvel of engineering exist? How could it be so beautiful? There are so many fantastic things to do in Venice, from hopping among the museums to exploring the islands in the archipelago, climbing towers for their best views, and eating delicious cicchetti as the sun sets. Planning your trip to Venice last minute? Venice is an extremely popular destination, and I recommend booking accommodation and tours as early as possible. Top Experiences and Tours in Venice: Take a gondo ..read more

April was meant to be a low-key month, but things quickly revved up! The big trip of the month was a journey to France, mostly concentrated in the Loire Valley, but I managed to fit in two super-quick trips to Berlin and London as well. Let’s take a look at the best of April 2024! Enjoying castle-hopping at Chateau Chenonceau!Destinations Visited Prague and Plzeň, Czech Republic Berlin, Germany London, England Amboise, Chenonceaux, Lignac, Prissac, Buxerolles, Poitiers, Les Hérolles, Vernou-en-Sologne, and Orléans, France I feel so lucky I got to meet Elizabeth Gilbert!Highlights I met Eliza ..read more

Valparaíso, the “Vale of Paradise,” is a majestic city — built on 40 hills nestled against the Pacific coast, awash in colorful homes and street art. There are so many cool and interesting things to do in Valparaíso. I loved my time here! Just a short drive from Chile’s capital city of Santiago, you’ll find one of the coolest cities in South America. Let’s take a look! Planning your trip to Valparaíso last minute? Top Experiences and Tours in Valparaíso: Go on a street art tour (You’ll see more on a tour than on your own) Go beer trekking (Beer + hiking) Go surfing & sandboarding (Fun day ..read more

This was the biggest travel month I’ve had since we got back from our honeymoon! Shoulder season is always the best season for exploring and research, and March was the perfect time for a trip back to Italy. Let’s take a look at March 2024! Enjoying the view from the Palazzo Vecchio’s Arnolfo Tower!Destinations Visited Prague, Křivoklát, and Beroun, Czech Republic Berlin, Germany Pisa, Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Rome, and Tivoli, Italy Siena, Italy, which is NOT in the book — too popular! Other towns in Tuscany are, though!New Free Italy Guide This month I released a brand new ebook: 23 ..read more

The city of Bologna has always been one of my favorite places in Italy. There are so many fun and delicious things to do in Bologna — this city is overflowing with art, architecture, and fabulous food! As the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region, Bologna is perfectly situated between Milan, Venice, and Florence — yet it’s overlooked by most travelers. But it’s absolutely worth making time for Bologna on your trip to Italy. You’ll find just as much culture and history as in other Italian cities, but it’s far less busy than the more popular spots in Italy. Planning your trip to Bologna last minu ..read more

If you’ve explored enough of Santiago, but still need things to do, that’s quite all right — there are plenty of day trips from Santiago! Whether you’re looking for mountains, beaches, vineyards, or natural wonders, you’ll find plenty to explore within a short driving distance of Santiago. Planning your trip to Santiago last minute? Top-Rated Day Trips from Santiago: Visit Valparaiso and Viňa del Mar (My top recommendation!!) Maipo Valley Wine Tour (Fun wine-tasting day) Maipo Canyon and Hot Springs (Great active day trip)   Top-Rated Hotels in Santiago: Hotel Casa Real – Viña Santa Ri ..read more

Santiago, the capital city of Chile and the gateway to all this fabulous country has to offer, will take your breath away as your plane swoops over the Andes mountains.  Santiago doesn’t get a lot of love from travelers in South America — but if you’re looking to explore this city, you’ve got plenty of options! Planning your trip to Santiago last minute? Top Experiences and Tours in Santiago: Cable car to Cerro San Cristobal (A must — book in advance!) Walking tour (See all the popular sites) Visit Valparaiso and Viňa del Mar (Best day trip from Santiago!)   Top-Rated Hotels in San ..read more

Welcome to Puerto Varas, a lakeside city full of adventures, and one of my favorite places in all of Chile! There are so many cool things to do in Puerto Varas — from waterfall-visiting and German town-hopping to kayaking, shopping, and enjoying chic restaurants! My husband and I ended up in Puerto Varas on a bit of a whim — and it ended up being one of the highlights of our Chile Argentina honeymoon! Planning your trip to Puerto Varas last minute? Top Experiences and Tours in Puerto Varas: Visit Petrohué Falls (My #1 recommendation!) Visit other towns on the lakes (Frutillar is my favorite ..read more

Buenos Aires is a city that will enchant you from the moment you arrive. This sprawling South American capital is vibrant and grandiose — it could almost be Paris, I thought. Or Madrid. Or Mexico City. But just wait until you see all the cool things to do in Buenos Aires. Incredible culture, fantastic food, and outstanding value for money — you’re going to have a blast! Planning your trip to Buenos Aires last minute? Buenos Aires tends to book up quickly. Book ahead to avoid disappointment! Top Experiences and Tours in Buenos Aires: Buenos Aires Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour (Most popular tour in ..read more

Welcome to El Chaltén, the trekking capital of Argentina! El Chaltén is a small town on the northern edge of Los Glaciares National Park, surrounded by stunning mountains in every direction. Most people come to El Chaltén to experience the rewarding hike to Laguna de los Tres, with its pristine view of Mount Fitz Roy. There are plenty more outdoorsy things to do in El Chaltén, including rafting trips, ice climbing, and estancia visits. Planning your trip to El Chaltén last minute? El Chaltén is a very small town and tours and hotels book up fast. Book ahead to avoid disappointment! Top Experie ..read more