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Best Things to Do in Inverness: Whisky, Waterways, and More

If you’re planning a trip to Scotland, you should really spend some time in the beautiful Scottish Highlands. And a perfect place to start is the unofficial capital of the Highlands: Inverness. It’s a much smaller city than Glasgow or…

Montepulciano: 9 Reasons You Need to Visit this Tuscan Hill Town

Are you really gonna spend your whole Italy trip in big cities? Nah, go to Montepulciano instead! It’s a beautiful hill town in Tuscany that produces legendary wine. It’s also the perfect home base for exploring all the great food and…

Boston’s Freedom Trail is a Perfect Historical Adventure for Solo Travelers

We grow up learning stories of the American Revolution, of secret meetings in taverns, throwing tea into the harbor, and warning a rebellious militia that the British are coming. All these events happened in Boston, and you can explore them…

How to Visit Cinque Terre: A Beginner’s Guide

The Cinque Terre ("Five Lands') are a group of five towns along the coast of Italy's northern region of Liguria. Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore are all linked by a series of hiking trails that have made the area…

Portugal 10-Day Itinerary: Historic Cities from Lisbon to Porto

Thinking of traveling to Portugal? You should be! Portugal has beautiful architecture and a culinary scene that rivals its European neighbors, with palaces and monuments from the Age of Exploration that show off a fascinating history. Portugal’s walkable cities are…

Tasting Culture: 13 Fantastic Restaurants in San Juan, Puerto Rico

Nestled amidst the cobblestone streets and vibrant colonial architecture of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, lies a culinary scene as rich and diverse as the island itself. From cozy cafes to lively bars, the district beckons with a tapestry of…

Porto Travel Guide: Plan Your Visit to Portugal’s Most Picturesque City

People are always asking for lesser known and underrated places to visit. Porto is 100% that. Everyone knows about Portugal’s capital Lisbon, and that’s a great city to visit too. But to me Porto was just as exciting. In this…

Lisbon cityscape including buildings with red tiled roofs

10 Best Things to Do in Lisbon – Top Experiences in Portugal’s Capital

Lisbon is a beautiful, walkable city with a fantastic food scene and tons of culture to experience. Portugal’s capital has more sights than you can fit into a short vacation, so here’s what I think are the best things to…

San Juan Travel Guide: Puerto Rico’s Capital of Culture and History

San Juan is a city like no other. It’s the capital of Puerto Rico, a major cultural hub, and the oldest city within United States territory. You can walk down cobblestone lanes to a Spanish colonial fort and swim at…

Japan Itinerary: Epic Cities, Food, and Fun in 10 Days

Japan is such an amazing place to visit. From the food to the traditional culture, I had a lot of fun exploring. I’m not usually a fan of big cities, but for this trip I decided to lean into urban…