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Planning to explore the cobblestone streets of Italy, the fjords of Norway, or the bustling markets of Paris this year?

Starting in May 2025, the European Union will implement new the new Entry/Exit System (EES) and the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) that will affect all non-EU travelers.

Here’s what you need to know to ensure your European adventure goes off without a hitch.

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Tourists make the perfect mark for a scam artist. We are disoriented, don't know the language, are wide eyed, and are distracted by the new world that we have found ourselves in.

I have been approached by people all over the world who, while they seem kind, are actually out to relieve me of my wallet or other valuables.

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Whether you are a super fan of art and history, or just want to say you've seen the Mona Lisa, a visit to the Louvre is a must-do if you are in Paris. This fortress turned palace turned gallery is now a massive, sprawling, and overwhelming collection of some of the most important pieces of human history.

Making the most of your trip definitely takes some planning — I've visited the museum twice, and still haven't come close to seeing everything! Learn how to have the best trip.

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There are a lot of posts out there about how to survive a long flight and things that you should do, but these are the most important things NOT TO DO in order to enjoy (and not annoy fellow passengers) on your next plane trip. Read More —>

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These are quotes from travellers, authors, writers, thinkers, explorers and more, whose words have inspired me to remember the reason I love to travel — it pulls me out of my head, my day-to-day life, and inspires me to explore new spaces and places.

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Do you know how to order coffee in Italy? Here's how!

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Are you planning a solo adventure? Here is everything you need to know to have the best trip ever!

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Are you dreaming of Paris? Check out the ultimate travel guide here.

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Read about the trek here.

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I often get asked if solo hiking is safe or if I am ever scared while I am hiking alone. My response is usually the same as when people ask me that question related to solo travel — I have never felt unsafe, but I have felt uncomfortable, and that is not a bad thing.

Read the solo hiking tips here

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The Victoria and Albert Museum (known as the V&A to locals and visitors alike) in South Kensington, London, has an awe-inspiring collection of decorative arts that spans 5,000 years of human creativity.

The museum opened in 1852 with the aim of making art available to everyone, and then moved to its current location in 1857. The building it is housed in now wasn’t constructed until 1899 — Queen Victoria herself laid the foundation stone.

There is a wealth of museums filled to the brim with an excess of historic objects and art in London — The British Museum, The Tate Modern, The National Portrait Gallery, and The Natural History Museum, to name only a few.

With all these options, why would you visit the V&A?

Read why here!

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Budapest, the capital city of Hungary, is a fascinating city. It's perched right on the border between Western and Eastern Europe and with that comes a complicated history.

Until the late 1980s Hungry was communist, not moving to a democratic government until 1989. There is also a heavy influence from ancient Roman and Turkish occupation that has led to an interesting mix of architecture, culture, and historic spots to visit.  

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There is so much to see in Seoul, South Korea! See them all...

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Looking for a spot to ski or snowboard this summer? Check out this post.

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Are you itching for a change of scenery? Have some vacation time to use? Ready to head somewhere warm?

Here are the BEST places to visit in February, and a few things to do in each location (including some FREE options!).

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There's nothing better than a new adventure, but staying healthy and not gaining weight while you travel can be a challenge. Trust, me — I, and a huge pasta belly that I brought back from Italy (and thankfully lost), know.

You're thrown out of your comfort zone, knocked out of your regular routine, and are no longer surrounded by familiar food, and your favorite workout spots. 

Whether you are planning on laying on a beach for a week or touring around Europe for months, these tips will ensure that the only extra weight you bring home with you will be from travel souvenirs.

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In order to get a PADI certification, you need to take a 3-5 day course that is a combo of classroom and in-the-water training. Most dive shops will not rent equipment to you, or take you out on dive tours unless you have at least the basic PADI training.

Here are ten of the best spots in the world to learn to scuba dive.