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How to choose the best Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech

January 20, 2019Leave a Comment

This December I organized a trip for my family to Marrakech and the Sahara Desert. My goal was to camp in the desert at least one night, see Aït Benhaddou, and ensure we had private transport for our group of seven. We had a great experience with Superb Morocco Tours and I would definitely recommend…

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What you need to know before visiting Marrakech

January 20, 20191 Comment

Morocco is the perfect winter destination. The weather is pleasant and there are plenty of things to see and experience! You can get cheap flights with RyanAir to Marrakech from most European cities. I would recommend staying at least 5 days (4 nights) total if you’re planning to see Marrakech and go on a tour…

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2 Beautiful towns you’ve got to see in the Sierra de Cádiz (pet-friendly)

December 2, 2018Leave a Comment

zahara de la sierra

Javi and I enjoyed a weekend escape to the beautiful Sierra de Cádiz with our dog Pubma this October. Although I’ve been to El Chorro, Jubrique, Vejer, Grazalema and El Bosque there’s still so many places to see in the nearby Sierras of Malága and Cádiz! This trip we visited two new towns; Setenil de las…

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Filed Under: Pet Friendly Travel, Travel in Spain Tagged With: dog-friendly, mountain house, pet-friendly, sierra de cadiz, weekend escape

Planning the perfect 10 day escape to Italy’s Amalfi Coast

September 30, 2018Leave a Comment

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I’ve just returned from a fantastic 10 day trip to Italy.  We started in Rome, made a few stops along the Amalfi Coast, and ended the trip in Umbria. September is the perfect time to visit Italy because there aren’t as many tourists and you’ll get to enjoy the sunny weather.   Our itinerary Rome:…

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Filed Under: World Travel Tagged With: amalfi, amalfi coast, italy, orvieto, sorrento

Itinerary ideas for a 4 day sailing trip from Spain to Portugal

August 27, 2018Leave a Comment

This August I embarked on a sailing trip from Spain to Portugal with my husband and his family. The journey took four days and three nights—we traveled from Puerto de Santa Maria, Spain to Albufeira, Portugal and back. We sailed for 36 hours total and spent each night on our 37 foot sailboat.  I hope…

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Filed Under: Travel in Spain, World Travel Tagged With: boat trip, sailboat, sailing, sailing in spain, spain to portugal

What to do with 7 days in Iceland—exact itinerary tips!

June 12, 2018Leave a Comment

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I would highly recommend spending at least seven days in Iceland. It’s the perfect amount of time to see the southern (or northern) region of the country. Check out this post for tips on how to plan your own road trip and make sure to read up on 10 things I wish I’d known before going…

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Filed Under: World Travel Tagged With: best tour companies iceland, cost of visiting iceland, iceland road trip, road trip, where to stay in iceland

10 Things I wish I’d known before planning our Iceland road trip

April 28, 2018Leave a Comment

This March my family spent eight days on an unforgettable Iceland road trip. Our itinerary was perfect and I can’t think of one thing I would change…well, maybe just one or two things. 😉 If you’re interested in planning your own trip to Iceland make sure to check out my tips below BEFORE getting started. 1)The…

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How to travel from Spain to Morocco by ferry

April 14, 2018Leave a Comment

Did you know you can take a 30 – 40 minute ferry from Tarifa, Spain to Tangier, Morocco? If you’re visiting southern Spain you should definitely try to fit a day trip to Morocco into your itinerary. Morocco is so close you’ve got not excuse not to go! 😉 As mentioned, spending a day in Tangier is…

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How to plan your trip to Iceland in 6 easy steps

April 8, 2018Leave a Comment

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Are you sure you’re ready to plan your trip to Iceland? There are a lot f things you should consider prior to choosing travel dates and buying flights. Read my step-by-step guide before you start planning and get the most out of your visit. 1. Set a budget Did you know Iceland is one of…

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An honest review of our roadtrip with Guide to Iceland

April 7, 20184 Comments

guide to iceland review blog

We’ve just returned from our 8 day road trip around Iceland. The itinerary was planned and organized through Guide to Iceland, an online platform where you can book tours, accommodation, and transport for your trip. They also offer all-in-one packages which are customizable based on the length of your visit. This March my parents, Javi,…

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Originally from Florida's Forgotten Coast, I moved to Sanlúcar to teach for 'six months' in 2011 and never left! Follow my blog for global travel tips, expat life, and insider knowledge on local events and customs. Get the full story →

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