Summary In this episode of Bon Voyage Besties, hosts Rachel and Rosa chat with Melissa Byron about her journey of moving abroad to Portugal in her 40s. Melissa shares her experiences with the visa process, culture shock, and the importance of building a community as an expat. She emphasizes the empowering nature of solo travel […]
UPDATED: 10 January 2024 I love backpacking Europe. I love it so, so, so much, and have loved it for years. Even though I’m a bit of a “pro” at how to solo travel around Europe, I still feel a tingle of excitement at the possibility of breaking out a European map, marking a relaxing […]
Updated: 7 January 2024 Germany is one of the largest countries in Europe with plenty of picturesque and historically significant cities and towns. As a traveler, you could easily spend two or three months in Germany and not run out of things to see and do. Not to mention, Germany’s land mass doesn’t mean getting […]
Updated: 27 April 2023 Ever since I started traveling, Germany’s capital has intrigued me, because I saw it as an escape for artists and freelancers. No doubt about it, Berlin is one of the most unique cities in all of Europe. In Berlin, you’ll experience a “cool and grungy” vibe, as well as live and […]
Updated: 2 April 2023 Munich is, without a doubt, one of the most well-liked cities in Germany for visitors. After all, Bavaria’s most populous city is frequently associated with images of huge stein glasses filled with beer and Disney-style castles in the nearby countryside. And believe me, I’m not disparaging either of these things. What’s […]