With only one weekend to explore Amsterdam, I had to prioritize the activities I wanted to do most. If you find yourself with a long layover or a brief stay in the city, here are my top things to do in Amsterdam in one weekend. I stayed at NH Amsterdam Schiller. This hotel is unique …
Slow travel, like many other things in today’s digital age, became popular in response to the way travel is often shown on social media. Based on social media content, you might think travel is only a way to take Instagram-ready photos or check countries off a list. So what is slow travel and how does …
Updated December 12, 2024 Christmas in Washington DC does not disappoint. You can find events that are free and paid, for families, dates, and friends, and in every part of the city. My favorite holiday tradition is the European-style Christmas market, but there’s much more available. Check out this list of opportunities to celebrate Christmas …
Sometimes you can’t avoid a long layover, which was the case when I flew from Spain to the U.S. I had an overnight layover in Lisbon, so there was no way I wouldn’t take advantage of that time. I had already visited Porto and other parts of northern Portugal, so this was my chance to …
For me, travel is a big part of staying mentally healthy. Even if you’re not a frequent traveler, every opportunity for travel, both domestic and international, is great for mental health. It’s also important to realize that the way you travel is just as important as traveling in the first place. If your trips are …
Morocco has some well-known cities like Marrakesh and Casablanca because of the 1942 movie. (Which wasn’t filmed in Morocco at all.) But there are so many options when thinking about where to travel in Morocco. The country is full of culture, history, and more diversity than you might think. For my first time in Morocco, …
If you’ve ever entertained the idea of moving abroad, teaching English in Spain is a good way to do it. NALCAP is an option that has a relatively low barrier to entry. What is NALCAP? The North American Language & Culture Assistant Program (NALCAP) is a Spanish government program. It brings native-like English speakers to …
Munich is well-known as the capital city of Bavaria and third-largest German city. What I love about it is the great public transportation, cleanliness, and how pretty it is as far as green spaces and architecture. I stayed at the Tulip Inn München Messe, which I was very satisfied with. It’s not in the city …
As small of a country as Portugal is, there’s a lot to see and do. One week was the perfect amount of time to see Porto and the smaller towns in the north. Here is your guide to northern Portugal. Porto: Top Tourist Attractions Porto is the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. It’s …
I was fortunate enough to attend the incredible 2022 TBEX Europe conference and discover Marbella in the process. Marbella, Spain is a colorful city located in the Málaga province within Andalucía, also known as the Costa del Sol. As the name implies, this coastal city is sunny all year, making it a popular tourist spot. …
