07/11/2025
A Guide to Visiting the Alhambra in Granada, Spain
Few places in Europe capture the imagination quite like the Alhambra, a popular UNESCO World Heritage Site in Granada, Spain.
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07/06/2025
Day Trip to Guimarães from Porto, the Birthplace of Portugal
Guimarães is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered the birthplace of Portugal. A day trip to Guimarães from Porto takes less than an hour by car.
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07/03/2025
One Week, No Itinerary: A Vila Nova de Gaia and Porto, Portugal Vacation
Five tips on how to vacation in Vila Nova de Gaia and Porto, Portugal without an itinerary. The slow, local way.
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07/01/2025
Sweden’s West Coast: 5-Day Gothenburg Vacation Itinerary
Gothenburg (Göteborg), Sweden, is an under-the-radar vacation destination in Northern Europe that everyone needs to know about.
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06/30/2025
Roanoke, VA: A Metro Mountain Escape That Hits All the Right Notes
Roanoke reminded me what makes travel meaningful. It’s not just about the scenery (though the mountains certainly don’t hurt). It’s about the stories.
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06/22/2025
5-Day Seattle to Victoria Itinerary by Land, Sky, and Sea
Trade rushed travel for mindful exploration on this 5-day Seattle to Victoria trip by land and sea. Enjoy the local cuisine and natural beauty of the West Coast.
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06/13/2025
Virginia’s Blue Ridge: Come for the Mountains, Stay for the Authentic Experiences
Virginia’s Blue Ridge is more than its scenery. It’s the local passion, creativity, and connection that make your vacation here feel truly meaningful.
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06/06/2025
A Seaplane-to-Ferry Escape from Seattle to Victoria, BC
With FRS Clipper, a round-trip journey from Seattle, WA, to Victoria, BC pairs the thrill of a seaplane ride with the calm of a scenic ferry.
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06/05/2025
Exploring One of the Most Biodiverse Places on Earth—My Month Among Sri Lanka’s Wildlife
When people think of Asian wildlife, they usually think of Borneo. Well, I’ve looked for wildlife in Borneo, too, and Sri Lanka wins without doubt.
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05/28/2025
I’ve Visited Turkey 7 Times—Here’s What Not to Miss on Your Trip
After visiting Turkey 7 times and even living there as a digital nomad in Istanbul, I've deeply fallen in love with this breathtaking country.
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05/22/2025
Insider Guide to NYC’s Best Cocktail Bar Experiences
Vanessa Gordon’s favorite cocktail bars around New York City blend sophistication, playfulness, and charm.
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04/27/2025
Camping Everglades National Park: What We Didn’t Expect
Camping in the Everglades offers a rare opportunity to disconnect from the modern world and experience one of the most unique ecosystems on the planet.
