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Baku Promenade and Flame Towers
Asia

Baku in 2 days: A Perfect Weekend Itinerary

October 8, 2024

When my husband told me he had an upcoming trip to Baku, I initially brushed off the idea. But then I thought that I must not pass up the opportunity to visit a new place. It was not be on my radar, let alone bucket list, but it surely had something to offer, right? Right. So I started researching Baku and was really fascinated by what I found. With only 2 days available, I wanted to maximize my time in the city. From walking the historic old city to sampling traditional meals, I’ll share my tips for the best two…

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Klima, Milos
Greece

The essential guide to Milos

July 29, 2024

It’s been a while since I shared a guide about a Cycladic island. So now it’s time to share with you everything you need to know about Milos, one of my favorite islands! Milos is an island of volcanic origin. Thus its landscape and especially the beaches so diverse and unique. Whether you dream of sinking your toes into the sand or exploring charming fishing villages, this guide will be your one-stop shop for crafting the perfect Milos trip. Getting to Milos The island offers 2 options for getting there: ferry or airplane. Personally I prefer the ferry because I…

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Milano Duomo
Europe

Milan: 3 Day itinerary

January 28, 2024

I visited Milan last year in May, which was my third visit to the city. During this visit, I had the opportunity to explore the city extensively. I revisited places and explored new ones. It was also the visit that changed my perspective towards Milan, to a more positive one. From walking around Navigli to visiting the Duomo, I covered most of Milan’s major sights. This blog post provides you with my 3 day itinerary in Milan, which can inspire your trip as well. Where to Stay in Milan If you are planning a 3-day stay in Milan, choosing the right…

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Hagia Sofia Istanbul
Europe

Weekend in Istanbul

November 14, 2023

Last year we spent a fall weekend getaway in Istanbul. Whether you’re new to traveling or have been before, a weekend in Istanbul can be amazing. In this post, we’ll explore the attractions, where to eat, and places to stay in Istanbul. A little disclaimer here: Both my husband and I had visited Istanbul in the past. We’ve already visited the major attractions, so this time we took a more relaxed approach! Still you can change or build on our itinerary to make most of your time in the city. Weekend in Istanbul Day 1: Exploring Fatih Our first day…

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Vizitsa, Pelion, Greece
Greece

2 days in Pelion (with tips for toddlers)

June 4, 2023

Back in Easter, we spent 2 days in Pelion. This gorgeous region in Central Greece, combines pristine beaches and breathtaking mountain landscapes. That makes it a perfect summer destination. For me though, Pelion is beautiful all year round. I have visited the area many times in the past. I usually stayed in Volos or Portaria. This time, though, we chose to stay Milies. In hindsight it was the perfect location for a family vacation.  Now let’s see what we did during our stay in Pelion. I’m also going to share tips for toddlers in the villages that we visited. Explore…

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Sighisoara main square and Tower castle in Romania
Europe

4 day itinerary in Romania

March 29, 2023

Next up in my Romania series is the exact 4 day itinerary in Romania that we followed during our trip. It turned out to be the perfect balance of exploring Bucharest, visiting medieval towns, and spending time in the mountains — and it worked out beautifully for us. If you’re planning your own trip, this guide can serve as a great starting point for building your itinerary. And at the end of the post, you’ll also find detailed tips on the best areas to stay in Bucharest and Brasov to help you choose the right base. Day 1 Bucharest &…

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inside Cpco Mat Jumelle hotel, Athens
Greece

How to plan your Visit to Open House Athens

March 27, 2023

I’ve been visiting Open House Athens events since 2017. I have a loose way of organizing which places I want to visit and in which order. My goal is to see as many buildings as possible in one day, with the least amount of queueing. The inspiration for putting my strategy in writing was a lady I met at last year’s Open House Athens. She was behind me in the queue for the Italian Embassy and holding the Open House map. The map had many notes on it and even information on which buses to take. I found it interesting…

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