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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What to do with 7 days in Iceland—exact itinerary tips!
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…
10 Things I wish I’d known before planning our Iceland road trip
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…
How to travel from Spain to Morocco by ferry
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…
How to plan your trip to Iceland in 6 easy steps
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…
An honest review of our roadtrip with Guide to Iceland
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,…
How to choose countries to visit on your first Eurotrip
What countries should you see on your first Eurotrip? How many days should you spend in each one? With so many places to choose from you might need some extra help to decide. To date I’ve visited 32 countries and 19 of them are located in Europe. Based on my travel experiences I’ve got a…
Meeting wolves face to face in Chipley, Florida
How do you choose your next travel destination? Personally, I’m an impulsive traveler—I make the decision to visit someplace in a split second and book the trip moments after. I chose our honeymoon destination while watching an episode of Callajeros Viajeros (Spanish travel show) and booked our trip to Tromsø, Norway moments after reading an article…
4 Mistakes to avoid when visiting Halong Bay
It was the photos of Halong Bay that sealed the deal. After one look at those emerald green waters and limestone pillars…Javi and I knew Vietnam would be our next destination. Our first stop was the capital city of Hanoi. Next we headed to Halong Bay (Hạ Long Bay)—it’s only a four-hour drive from the city! I’m…
Useful tips to help you get the most out of your visit to Hanoi
Hanoi is an enormous, dirty, and vibrant city. It is the epitome of organized chaos and it was the perfect introduction to Vietnam. The sheer quantity of scooters in Vietnam’s capital will blow your mind. You have to see it to believe it. Vietnam has a population of 92 million people and over 45 million…