Ecuador is an underrated travel destination in South America that is continually growing in popularity as it is home to some of the best places to visit in South America. From the incredible Galápagos Islands to the bucket list worthy Amazon Rainforest, there’s plenty of places to visit for a variety of travel preferences. Most would be surprised to hear that Ecuador uses the United States Dollar as currency, but prices are are still quite low, making it a great destination for budget travellers and backpackers. In my opinion, travelling around Ecuador feels much like Costa Rica, but it is far less expensive and less over saturated with tourists! The…
7 Epic Places to Visit in Nicaragua
There are many incredible places to visit in Nicaragua that should definitely be on your bucket list. Nicaragua is an absolutely gorgeous country located in Central America, boasting beautiful Caribbean beaches, surfing, hiking, incredible architecture, and friendly locals. 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 are certainly places to go for every travel taste! You’re bound to find exciting adventures that will create everlasting memories of Nicaragua. I sure did! Continue reading for my list of the 6…
16 Amazing Places to Visit in South America
There are so many amazing places to visit in South America. Check out this list for some incredible destinations in South America to visit!
10 Beautiful and Underrated Places to Visit in Europe
Europe boasts many incredible destinations across the 44 countries on the continent. There are many popular cities for tourists such as London, Paris, Rome, Portugal, and Amsterdam. But, there are so many underrated places to visit in Europe that offer similar activities and vibes to the popular cities, with much less tourists! If you’ve read my blog about Corn Islands, Nicaragua, you know I love to find these off the beaten path destinations! My first couple overseas trips were to Italy, Greece, Germany, and Spain. I instantly fell in love with the beauty and the history of European cities. A couple years later, I packed up and travelled to Europe…
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!).…
10 of the Best and Must-See Temples in Bangkok
Bangkok is filled with so many must-see temples that it can be hard to choose which ones to visit! It’s no secret that Thailand is filled with beautiful Buddhist temples, with outstanding architecture from many different eras. Approximately 94% of the country is Buddhist, and there are over 41,000 Buddhist temples across Thailand, with over 33,000 still in use! The temples, referred to as Wats throughout the country, typically have entrance fees for foreign visitors and a strict dress code. In Bangkok, there are hundreds, if not thousands of temples throughout the city. If you’re like me and go to see as many as possible, you may experience something called…
How to Spend One Day in Casablanca, Morocco
Casablanca, Morocco is a great city to spend one day exploring. It is Morocco’s largest city, is also home to the busiest airport in the country. If you’re like me and search for the cheapest flights possible, it is likely that you will land in Casablanca. The city tends to be more of a transit city, and I wouldn’t suggest spending more than a day in the city before jumping on a train to Marrakech or Tangier. It is definitely doable to explore the city highlights in a day, reaching the beautiful Hassan II Mosque on the water, visiting local markets, and trying out some local cuisine. As you search…
One Week Japan Itinerary
Japan was always a place that I wanted to experience, and I just so happened to splurge on a last minute ticket for a week-long getaway in Japan! Some of my friends had told me there was no way I could experience Japan in a single week, but I’d like to think I was able to see a lot of the sights and culture. From robot shows, to amazing food, to anime, and to bowing deer, I’m going to take you through my one-week itinerary to see the highlights that Japan has to offer. Day 1 – Arrival in Tokyo – Narita Airport If you’re flying from North America, you’re…
Top 5 Things to Do in New Orleans
Ah, New Orleans – home of Mardi Gras, Creole cuisine, Jazz music, and so many other amazing things to do. The city is said to be one of the most interesting cities in the US and you can definitely see why! Wandering through the streets, you feel like you are in a European city with the French and Spanish inspired architecture. The city has so much to offer, from fascinating history, to delicious food, to beautiful architecture and local art! After spending just a weekend in New Orleans, I’ve put together a list of my top things I recommend to do in the city! Continue reading to explore some of…
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…
