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Weekend Itinerary for Rio de Janeiro
“Brazilians are the Italians of South America.” -hotel driver Hey y’all and welcome to our post! Hopefully this will be informative for you, and you can plan your dream trip to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Let me start by saying that upon exiting the airport in Rio, I told my husband that I could already feel this would be one of my top places to travel. There was something about the energy, the weather, and the people that I took an immediate liking to. I was fully convinced of this notion on the way to the hotel when our driver said, “Brazilians are the Italians of South America.” He assured…
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Bachelorette Guide to Miami
So in case you missed our Ultimate Guide to a Weekend in San Diego blog post, Harry and I got engaged in December! Our wedding will be here before we know it (January 4, 2020). For my bachelorette trip, some of my bridesmaids and I made a trip to Miami, Florida for some fun in the sun! Day one First stop: Palace Our flights left early from Atlanta which put us arriving at our fantastic Airbnb, located just a few minutes from South Beach, before lunchtime. We dropped our bags at the Airbnb, quickly changed, and took an Uber directly to Palace Bar for a bottomless mimosa brunch + drag…
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Tips for Letting go, Relaxing & Embracing Travel
Travel. It should be exciting, fun, and care-free, but if you’re like me (Lauren) you may find it overwhelming at times. I’m a naturally structured person, preferring routine and consistency on a day-to-day basis. I also find I can be fearful and anxious in new situations, likely due to my desire for structure and to know what to expect. With all of that said, I clearly travel as often as possible and have a blast every single time. How do I do this you ask? Read my five tips below! Tip #1: Practice Mindfulness Mindfulness is a method of thinking and being present in the moment. I practice different mindfulness…
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Tips for Great Car Rentals
The purpose of this blog post is to provide our followers with a guide to great car rentals while traveling. We travel often, and have rented cars for many of those trips. Along the way, we’ve learned some tips & tricks we’d like to share to make your traveling experience easier. The following suggestions are based on our personal experiences with the car rental companies. Hertz Car Rentals Hertz Car rentals have a lot of positive qualities that make it great for renting a car while on vacation. Pros: ✔️Hertz is a very popular car rental company which means it has locations at many airports. ✔️Due to their abundance of…
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The Ultimate Guide to a Weekend Getaway to San Diego
San Diego, California is the epitome of what Southern California represents. The sunny weather, amazing waves, and laid back attitude make tourists never want to leave. We spent a weekend after Christmas in the La Jolla district. The weather was in the high 60’s/ low 70’s which was a nice treat. Read below to see what we recommend for a weekend getaway to San Diego. Visit Black’s Beach Black’s Beach is a beach in La Jolla that is positively gorgeous! It’s underneath the bluffs of Torrey Pines which means that you have to hike down a moderately difficult trail. The trail is maintained by locals and surfers. One interesting fact…
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Ten Things You Must-Do in Northern Italy
Harry & I have been to northern Italy a handful of times collectively. Sometimes together, other times apart. It is such a beautiful part of the world, and really as wonderful as you probably imagine. Because we’ve visited a lot, we recommend doing at least these 10 things listed below. While in Verona 1. Hike to a great view. There’s a lot to do in Verona. One of Lauren’s favorite spots in the world is pictured above in Verona. Hikes to views like these are easy to come by and provide amazing views of the city. 2. Visit Juliet’s statue and balcony Still owned by the Capulet family, you can…
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Girl’s Guide to a Weekend in London
Hey y’all! This post is all about things you and your girlfriends should do if you have a few days to visit one of Lauren’s favorite cities, London. London is beautiful, historical, and has a very comfortable feeling about it. While it is a big city, you’ll be sure to find a lot of charm. Read below to see Lauren’s suggestions for a fun weekend with your girlfriends in London. Visit Borough Market The food and energy of Borough Market make it an unforgettable place! There’s something for everyone here. We tried so many foods, beverages, and looked in all the cool artisan shops. We recommend you definitely stop here…
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5 Tips for Traveling to Europe
1. Plan a Realistic Budget. You will want to spend a substantial amount of money because there is so much to see, eat, drink, and experience. We recommend adding maybe €200 to your budget to account for the things that might come up that you simply won’t want to miss! 2. Don’t Expect Everyone to Speak English. While the majority of Europeans do speak English, it’s ignorant to assume they would. There are many Europeans who don’t, or who might speak limited English. It’s always a great travel practice to learn key phrases of any country you visit. They really appreciate the effort! 3. Respect Other Cultures. You are traveling…
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The Ultimate Guide to Greece in October
Well hey y’all, and thanks for clicking to read. We couldn’t wait to share with you our guide to get your best Grecian experience! Before we dig into the details, you should know that we went to Greece in October with a group of 7 friends total. Each of us would say Greece was easily one of the best places to visit. The people of Greece were the most kind and inviting people we had ever met. We felt loved and welcomed everywhere we went. Read below to find out all of the tips and must-dos of Athens! Athens, Greece First and foremost you should know that you will likely…
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The Girl’s Guide to a Weekend in Asheville, NC
So you want the perfect place for you and your girls to get together for a weekend of fun? If you were thinking Asheville, you have the right idea in mind! With breweries, vineyards, bars, and southern charm, this city has something for everybody in your friend group! When you should go I’m sure that Asheville is wonderful year-round, but you can’t beat going in the Fall. The leaves have changed to beautiful colors, and the cool mountain temperatures make all the walking and exploring you’ll do nice and comfortable! If you plan to go in the Fall, I recommend booking your accommodations a few months in advance. We…
