There are many reasons why you should visit Nicaragua. It is an absolutely gorgeous country located in Central America, boasting beautiful Caribbean beaches, surfing, hiking, and incredible architecture. The lesser-travelled country is in my top 5 countries I’ve ever visited! From the beautiful Corn Islands, to the stunning city of Léon, to the surf town of San Juan del Sur and the bustling city of Managua, there’s certainly places to go for every travel taste! Here are 15 of my best photos that are sure to convince you to add Nicaragua to your bucket list! **Please note that this blog post uses affiliate links. If you make a purchase through…
6 Must-See Temples in Chiang Mai
It’s no secret that Chiang Mai is filled with gorgeous temples, boasting over 300 Buddhist temples around the small city. It is near impossible to go on a walk and not see any! The temples, referred to as Wats, typically have entrance fees for foreign visitors and a strict dress code. Read about my tips for temple attire in my blog here. As I mentioned in my Bangkok Temples post, if you’re like me and go to see as many as possible, you may experience something called “Wat Burnout”. This is when you have visited so many temples you get burned out from it (trust me it’s a real thing!).…
Top Vegetarian Friendly Restaurants in Chiang Mai
Vegetarian restaurants can be hard to come across in Thailand, especially in cities like Chiang Mai! This beautiful city located in the North of Thailand, filled with gorgeous temples and activities for all ages. You can check out an elephant sanctuary, try out a cooking class, head out on a hike, or simply wander through the city and you will surely have an incredible time. The food was absolutely incredible everywhere I went, especially in Chiang Mai. From Khao Soi, to Pad Thai, to Spring Rolls hot and fresh – there were so many different dishes to try! As a vegetarian, it can be tricky to find good restaurants in…
Tips for Your First Trip to Thailand
Thailand is a hot tourist destination for people of all ages for a reason – the country is absolutely beautiful, affordable, and has incredible food. From island hopping in Phuket to temple hunting in Chiang Mai, to food tours and animal sanctuaries all over the country, there sure are a lot of adventures for all sorts of travel styles. As with travelling to any country, it is important to research customs and traditions to ensure you respect the country and the locals. And so, I’ve put together my list of things you should know before your first trip to the beautiful country of Thailand! **Please note that this blog post…
Visiting Vegas on a Budget
The majority of people talk about visiting Vegas at least once in their lives – and they definitely should! It’s surprising to some that visiting Vegas on a budget is possible. Whether its for a Bachelor/Bachelorette party, birthday, girls trip, or really any occasion, you’re bound to have a great time in Vegas! I’ve visited Vegas about 8-10 times personally and I’ve always found something new to do each time, along with discovering things I like and do not like doing. When I travel to Vegas, I typically stay at mid-tier hotels. I tend to have one night where I have a fancy meal with probably way over-priced drinks, while…
How to Travel More When You Work a 9-5
It can definitely be challenging to travel when you work full-time. While still working my 9-5, I’ve had to learn how to become extremely strategic when it comes to planning my trips. With a set number of vacation days, I need to optimize when I take my vacations and where I go. I get many questions about how I’ve managed to travel to 50+ countries before 30, the majority while working full time. There are some simple tactics worth mentioning, which will allow anyone to squeeze an extra few vacation days out of their year. Continue reading to discover some of the best ways to travel more when you work…
