Europe travel guides

I’ve spent the last 4 years living in Europe, from France, to Croatia, to Ireland, and then back to Croatia. I research all of my destinations extensively, for the independent traveler like myself in mind. These tips will help you be a more responsible traveler, mindful of self, culture, and the environment.

Winter travel guides

Narnia is a Place on Earth, and it’s Not Where You’d Expect…

A place covered in snowy waterfalls and flowing steams is hidden where you’d least expect it.

Why You Should Visit Budapest During the Holidays

From palaces, to ruin pubs, to thermal baths, Budapest is one wild fairy tale.

Advent in Zagreb: Voted Best Christmas Market in Europe

Zagreb won best Christmas market in Europe 3 years in a row by European Best Destinations. Here’s why:

Croatia travel guides

Check out all my Croatia guides here

The Ultimate Insider’s Guide to Split | Croatia Travel Blog

Everything you need to know for an authentic Split experience:

A Local’s Guide to Camping in Dubrovnik

You don’t need to stay in luxury accommodation to experience the best of Dubrovnik, Croatia. In fact, camping in Dubrovnik may be the best ways to immerse in the region’s lush, seaside landscape for a fraction of the cost of any hotel or apartment. Pitching tent in...

Portugal travel guides

15 Authentic Experiences to Have in Lisbon, Portugal

Here’s what’s to love about Lisbon’s culture and atmosphere:

Where to Find the Best Beaches in Algarve, Portugal

Uncover the best of Portugal with these scenic beaches:

How to Take a Sintra Tour From Lisbon by Beetle

Nothing like a day trip in a vintage convertible around Portugal’s most romantic forests and palaces.

England travel guides

Why Brighton Should Be Your Next Trip in England

This eclectic town is not to be missed while in England

Best Things to do Near Shoreditch High Street London

Tucked away in East London outside of the conventional tourist traps, you'll find the the hipster haven of Shoreditch, London. And iconic street art, outdoor markets, cheap street food, and vintage shops all meet at the cross road of Shoreditch's high street. A trip...

Chelsea and Notting Hill: A Colorful London Walking Guide

Follow the pastel pathways draped with wisteria and you’ll find yourself in London’s most colorful neighborhoods.

Switzerland travel guides

15 Incredible Day Trips from Nice, France

The prequel to moving halfway across the world to live in Croatia was my summer spent in Nice. I may have been just another college kid on study abroad, but there was something about those pastel-colored streets and pebbles beaches that forever changed me. I returned...

The Ultimate Gluten Free Paris Guide

You can't go to Paris without indulging in the world- renowned French cuisine. But all those baguettes, croissants, pastries, and bread seems like a nightmare for anyone that is Celiac or gluten free. The truth is that Paris is one of the best cities in Europe for...

Plan the Perfect Weekend in Paris With This Itinerary

There are two types of travelers in Paris. The first is the sight-seeing addict that wakes up at 8 a.m. with an itinerary for the day down to the hour. The second is someone that would rather spend a weekend in Paris moving at a leisurely pace, combining some...

Ireland travel guides

5 Things I Learned From Living in Ireland

When I first arrived in Cork with my Croatian boyfriend, we hadn’t a clue how we were going to make it. We were staying in a run-down bed and breakfast outside of the city. We didn’t have jobs or an apartment. I began to question why I fought so hard to get a...