Category Archives: Travel Inspiration

Travel inspiration and pep talks

Beginners Travel Guides, Europe, Solo Female Travel, Travel Destinations, Travel Inspiration, Travel Tips

Why You Should Travel Solo to Porto At Least Once

Posted on by Rachel Elizabeth
04
Jun

As a solo traveler, Portugal exceeded all of my expectations by ticking each and every box. Food? Yum. Wine? Double yum! Castles? Stunning. Beaches? Incredible. Travelers (such as yours truly) easily fall in love with Portugal. And connecting with yourself, alone, is an experience that I highly recommend to anyone dipping his or her toes […]

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New Jersey and New York, North America, Travel Destinations, Travel Inspiration, Travel Tips

Free (And Fun!) Things to do in the Financial District NYC

Posted on by Rachel Elizabeth
visiting nyc in march on a sunny afternoon
15
May

When visitors think of New York City, many people minds’ immediately jump to the area known as Midtown. Midtown is home of the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station, Times Square, and many more iconic tourist attractions. However, in order to experience everything this city has to offer, I highly recommend visiting other Manhattan neighborhoods […]

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Europe, Solo Female Travel, Travel Destinations, Travel Inspiration, Travel Tips

Solo Travel Cinque Terre: Tips for Visiting Italy’s Stunning Villages

Posted on by Rachel Elizabeth
2 days in cinque terre and loving vernazza
15
Apr

Italy is a country that many solo travelers dream of visiting. And who can blame them? It’s perfect. Italy’s natural landscapes, rich history, colorful buildings so bright that you almost taste them, incredibly rich culinary scene, and, yes, attractive people, inspire travelers from around the world to pack their bags.  Everyone loves Italy. As for me, […]

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Europe, Travel Destinations, Travel Inspiration, Travel Itineraries, Travel Tips

2 Magical Days in Lake Como: The Best Things to See & Do

Posted on by Rachel Elizabeth
03
Apr

Without a doubt, one of the most beautiful places on earth, so beautiful that it reminds me of spectacular scenery of Middle Earth, is Lake Como. I seriously pine about returning to Lake Como. I pine for Lake Como … maybe once a week? Haha. For example, my memories of magical Como transport me to […]

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Europe, Travel Destinations, Travel Inspiration, Travel Tips

Staying in Corniglia: My Favorite Cinque Terre Town

Posted on by Rachel Elizabeth
staying in corniglia for these views
17
Sep

Cinque Terre isn’t one place. This famous destination consists of five small villages located on the rugged Italy coast. These cliffs overlook the aqua Ligurian sea as if hiding out from the modern world. In Cinque Terre, you’ll find pesto, hikes, sea food, and charm. So, unsurprisingly, these rainbow-splashed towns are immensely popular with both […]

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