Famously nicknamed “the Emerald City” in the late '80s, Seattle is a city that truly has it all. Not only do a plethora of famous musicians, actors, and other well-known personalities call the city home, but it's also the chosen location of several successful television shows and movies – did somebody say “Grey's Anatomy”? Seattle […]

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Are you on the lookout for easy weekend trips from San Francisco? Then, we’ve got you covered!  Our list of the best 12 easy weekend trips from San Francisco takes into account a range of interests, from indoors to outdoors, and motives from adventure to relaxation, so that you can enjoy your time away from […]

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Work has been overwhelming, and life outside of work hasn’t been much better. Relaxing at home isn’t quite doing the job for you, but you don’t have the time, money, or luxury to take a week off for a vacation.  That’s where we come in with the best weekend getaways from Ottawa you don’t want […]

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The high altitude desert of Atacama is truly one of a kind. It's an extreme landscape featuring salt flats, floating lagoons, flamingos galore, NASA training grounds, and true oasis valleys, there's a reason why this is part of the Chile triangle that also includes Patagonia and Easter Island. If you're about to plan your epic […]

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A city that has reinvented itself since the end of the last century, Pittsburgh has become a lovely city to live in. Referred to as the “Steel City”, Pittsburgh is full of fun places to see and cool things to do. It's even become quite quirky over recent years, adding to its upbeat energy and […]

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When you're thinking about Patagonia, you're really thinking about Torres del Paine National Park. Its masterpiece are the three towering granite spires that overlook a turquoise lake but it's also graced with an abundance of wildlife, ancient mountain ridges, lush and ghost forests, gold brushed fields, and sprawling glaciers. In this guide to traveling Patagonia […]

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When it comes to an idyllic island destination, it doesn’t get much better than Bora Bora – a tiny island in the South Pacific. If you’re interested to find out how much for a trip to Bora Bora, then you've come to the right place.  We’ve gathered all the handy info on everything from accommodation […]

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Tahiti and French Polynesia comprise a literal paradise on earth. Here you’ll find a rainbow of beaches – black, white, pink – edged by turquoise seas and backed by mountainous verdant interiors. That’s not to mention the diving, the culture, the hiking, or even the surfing. It’s enough to inspire anyone to take a trip […]

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If you ever find yourself in the enviable position of having to decide between Tahiti versus Bora Bora, you’ll know that it can be tough to choose. These two magical islands in the Society Islands of French Polynesia are essentially what everyone imagines when they think of paradise.  We’re talking lush, forested peaks rising from […]

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If you’re visiting Hawaii for the first time, it can be a bit overwhelming to choose where to go and when. This gorgeous island chain offers a wide variety of experiences and attractions, and it helps to have the inside scoop and a handy guide that can help you make the most of your trip. […]

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Heading to Hawaii? You’re in for a dreamy time wherever you go, but it can be difficult to work out exactly which island to base yourself on. You may be wondering whether you should hop around the islands or just pick one place to stick around and explore. Hawaiian islands pretty much guarantee amazing beaches, […]

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There's something truly magical about a trip to see the ethereal landscapes, jagged edges of icebergs, sand that's black as night, ancient waterfalls, and more. As you start planning your trip, you'll want to decide what time of the year is the best time to go to Iceland. There's almost no wrong time to go […]

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As you're planning your trip to Iceland, something that often doesn't deserve enough attention is figuring out what to buy in Iceland before you go. This could be for yourself or for family and friends back home. It's worth thinking about Icelandic souvenirs to buy so you can plan those stops along the way. Read […]

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The best way to see Iceland is by car and so the next obvious part of your trip planning is going to be figuring out your rental car situation. While Iceland is part of Europe, you'll quickly realize that the landscape car rental companies is different from what you're used to. In this guide, learn […]

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When planning your Santorini vacation, a common question that'll pop up is “how many days in Santorini do I need?” With everything you've seen and read about the island, you've probably realized that it's not that clear cut. Let us guide you through our thought processes on this to help you come out of this […]

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For the best area to stay in Santorini, it really comes down to having an understanding of its towns, what they have to offer, the prices, views, surrounding activities, and the kind of accommodations that are available. When it comes to where to stay in Santorini, it can really impact your experience on the island. […]

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Kauai is the epitome of Hawaiian paradise with its lush green mountains, pristine beaches, wild canyons, tropical valleys of palms, and welcoming towns. Whether it's your first visit to the island or you've been here before, you'll know that picking where to stay is super important. Enter the best places to stay in Kauai guide! […]

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Oh what a loaded question! Recently a friend asked about my honest opinions about Santorini and it's one of those things that brings back a lot of emotions and feelings that becomes quite complicated when you break it down. While I've written about our 3 day Santorini itinerary which touches on it, this is something […]

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Bora Bora is the stuff of glossy magazines, Kardashian episodes, fancy honeymoons, and of course overwater bungalows.  It's got dollar signs all over it so I'm sure if I told you that you could do it on a budget, you might not believe me.  The thing is, it is actually possible to keep overwater bungalow […]

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With 118 islands scattered across the South Pacific in 5 distinct archipelagos, a trip to French Polynesia is a paradise choose-your-own-adventure.  Turquoise-blue lagoons, palm-fringed beaches, romantic overwater bungalows, lush mountains, and unblemished coral habitats fill your days.  It's what dream vacations are made of. While the end-product is undeniable, the trip planning process to building […]

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The city of Vienna, Austria is a place where history breathes alongside modernity. Known both for the breathtaking architecture that lines the city streets and for the long history of artists and intellectuals that have called the city home, Vienna is a destination that will leave you craving trip after trip. Whether you want to […]

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Egypt is one of those places that you've always wanted to go to since you learned about the Great Pyramids in primary school or watched Brandon Fraser's, The Mummy.  As ancient wonders go, Egypt is arguably at the top.  Thing is, over this past decade, word on the street is that it's not a good […]

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I'm calling it.  Egypt is going to be one of the most epic trips you'll ever do.  I know you haven't even gone yet but you're probably here because you're in the middle of planning trip and looking for a travel guide that's going to dish out all the things to know before going to […]

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The allure of the sandy beaches, coastal coves, calderas, sea-breezes, white-washed villages, blue-domed churches is the stuff of legendary vacations. The destination is no secret but if it's your first time there, it can be pretty overwhelming.  Covering multiple seas and thousands of islands sprouting from volcanic activity hundreds of thousands of years ago, planning a […]

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Kyoto is Japan's cultural heart and an immaculately preserved ancient city frozen in time that makes any trip to Japan incomplete without a visit here.  From bright red torii gates, imperial castles, golden gilded pavilions, wooden townhouses, Zen gardens, temples, and more, you get a real look into Japan's past and their way of life. […]

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Is a trip to see lush mountains, animals in the wild, flapping penguins, powdery golden sand, and awesome stretches of coastline in the works?  South Africa is a special place that you'll instantly fall in love with when you go.   This is a companion piece to help you plan your own trip as the ultimate […]

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There is no place in the world quite like the capital city of China. Beijing is a modern-day metropolis with a legendary history that is woven throughout its temples, palaces, bustling streets, and high rises. As the gateway to China’s imperial past, you can find sites dating back 5,000 years in this city, as well […]

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Are you planning a trip to the land of hobbit holes, misty white-capped mountains, creaking glaciers, thunderous falls, mysterious rocks, and black sand beaches?  New Zealand is a wildly gorgeous country with a kind soul, and adventurous spirit but I think you already knew that.  After completing my second trip to this land home to […]

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You may not have heard of Lahaina but you've definitely heard of Maui. Sitting on the west end of the island, Lahaina is one of the four major towns that's a great backdrop for activities, entertainment, food and as a place to call it a night. While it may not have the beaches of Kaanapali, […]

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When we were planning our honeymoon and deciding where we could go, South Africa was on the top of our list because it was a country where we felt like we could get an incredible balance of wildlife, outdoor adventure, luxury while staying on a budget, city exploration, culture, and sweeping scenery.  As we delved […]

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