A white tuk-tuk vehicle parked in front of the Armazéns do Chiado shopping center in Lisbon, Portugal, which is adorned with a large, decorated Christmas tree in front of the building. The scene is set on a clear day, with the historic architecture of the city in view.
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2-Day Lisbon Christmas Market and Sightseeing Itinerary for First-Timers

Lisbon’s Christmas markets have a special charm that I fell in love with, from the twinkling lights at Armazéns do Chiado to the cozy wooden chalets at Rossio Market. There’s nothing quite like sipping glühwein in Lisbon with a shot of Ginja (trust me, it’s a must!) The Xmas markets are scattered across the city,…

Gendarenmarket Christmas 2019
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Berlin Christmas Markets You Don’t Want To Miss: 2 Day Itinerary

If you’re heading to Berlin for the Christmas season, you might feel overwhelmed by the city’s many Christmas markets—over 70 in the greater Berlin area! I lived in Berlin for almost four years, and one of the things to do in Berlin at Christmas was go to a holiday market! Visiting these markets and finding…

View of Lisbon's red rooftops and pastel buildings under an overcast winter sky.
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What to Expect When Visiting Lisbon in January

Could visiting the Portuguese capital in January be one of Europe’s best-kept secrets? As someone celebrating their second winter living in Lisbon, I’m here to give you the inside scoop on what you can expect! Now, I won’t sugarcoat it—Lisbon in January isn’t the sun-drenched destination you might imagine. But there are plenty of perks…

Woman on a plane wearing a black Napoli hat, with a relaxed expression and airplane seating in the background.
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Should You Visit Naples Solo? A Travel Guide for Women Traveling Alone

Exploring Naples as a solo female traveler… good idea or avoid at all costs? I’ll be honest, I’ve heard a lot of stories about Naples being this terrible place to visit filled with crime, drugs, and unsavory characters.  I avoided the city for years and visited other destinations such as Bari, Monopolio, and Polignano a…

10 Things To Do On A Solo Trip To Lake Bled, Slovenia in the Winter
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10 Things To Do On A Solo Trip To Lake Bled, Slovenia in the Winter

Looking for the best things to do alone in Lake Bled in the winter? Though my solo visit was short, I was pleasantly surprised by all the fun things to do around the lake! It was the perfect little place to escape for a weekend. During winter time, Lake Bled is VERY quiet. I went…

Two scenic views from Greek islands. On the left, terraced hillsides with whitewashed houses in the foreground and a clear blue sky above. On the right, a coastal view at sunset, with rolling hills, a few scattered homes, and sailboats anchored in a calm bay.
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Sifnos vs Serfios: Which Greek Island Should You Visit

If you’re looking to visit lesser-known Greek islands in the Cyclades, you might be considering Sifnos and Serifos. While I don’t think you can go wrong with either choice, there are a couple of factors to consider that might make one island a better fit for you. Having visited both islands more than once, I’ll…