Plitvice Lakes National Park

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Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia (Photo creds: me)

Have you ever seen photos of places in which the colors are so vibrant and incredible that it looks like photoshop? Well, Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia is one of the few places that has those colors without needing the fake effects of photoshop! It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and well worth the title. Plitvice Lakes is just under a 2 hour drive if you’re going there from Zagreb, which is what I did.  Continue reading

Why Giverny Should Be On Everybody’s Bucket List

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Giverny, France (Photo creds: me)

You may not have heard of Giverny but you’ve definitely heard of Monet. Monet’s stunning paintings of gorgeous green gardens and calm lakes covered with lily pads are infamous. These paintings are of his gardens which are in the small town of Giverny. So why should Giverny be on your bucket list? In one word – it’s PERFECT. Continue reading

What to do in Santorini

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Santorini, Greece (Photo creds: me) 

Santorini is the most well known out of all the Greek Islands. It draws in tons of tourists and travelers from all over the world, excited to see the iconic buildings and the infamous Oia sunset. But what else is there to do in Santorini? Keep reading to find out! Continue reading

15 tips for budget travel

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5 Terre Backpackers Hostel, Cinque Terre, Italy (Photo creds: me)

The price of travel can add up quickly. Here are some tips that will make traveling a bit more affordable for people on a budget (like myself)!
Keep in mind – a couple of these tips are specifically for European travel, but most can be related to travel anywhere in the world. Continue reading

Cinque Terre, Italy

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Cinque Terre, Italy (Photo creds: me)

Cinque Terre is one of the most beautiful and picturesque places I’ve ever stepped foot in. Cinque Terre is made up of 5 different terre’s, something I wasn’t aware of until I got there. For those of you who don’t know what that means, Cinque Terre is 5 separate towns north of La Spezia, on the coast of Italy. Each one is just as breathtaking as the one before. The 5 terre’s are Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore.  Continue reading