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…
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…
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…
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 9 Things To Do In Toronto In Spring
When the snow finally starts to melt and the temperatures allow you to be outside without your face hurting, Toronto becomes quite the exciting city to explore! From the gorgeous paths along the lake to the lovely cherry blossoms and livening parks, to the outdoor festivals and the patios opening up – Toronto definitely has a lot to do during spring! I love being outside as much as possible during the spring. It is so refreshing to be exposed to warmer weather and sunlight. I feel an instant mood shift as soon as the weather breaks 10 degrees celsius! The people of Toronto definitely feel the same, as number of…
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…