Among coastal towns, it’s hard to get more charming than Howth. While Howth would be a charming destination for a slow, peaceful vacation, it also makes a perfect day trip from Dublin. Here’s my itinerary for a perfect day spent in Howth. Getting to Howth You can always rent a car and drive here, but if you’re coming from Dublin, public transit is very easy and affordable. Simply take the…
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3 Perfect Days in Dublin
The Emerald Isle is aptly named. Green pastures, rolling hills, wide open sky– Ireland is beautiful. While every town in Ireland is worth visiting, you can’t plan a trip to the country without including the capital Dublin in your itinerary. While you can certainly spend much longer in Dublin, I think 3 days is the perfect amount of time to allow you to see the sights before moving on to…
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Best Things to Do in Jacksonville
Jacksonville is Florida’s most populated city, and the numbers aren’t even close. Despite that, it’s never felt as congested as a lot of the other large cities in Florida. Things are more spread out throughout the city, giving you more room to breathe. It’s harder to walk, though. Whenever I visit a city, I like to stay as central as possible and travel by car as less often as possible….
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The Perfect Day in San Juan
I have been obsessed with Puerto Rico since I first set foot on the island 3 years ago. You want beaches? You want mountains? You want a rainforest? You want vibrant and historical cities or relaxing and all-inclusive resorts? Puerto Rico has it all, yet whenever I talk to people about future travels, few people have even considered placing the island on their to-do list. There are so many amazing…
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The Best Beaches in Florida this Summer
Florida is known for a lot of things, but probably atop that list are its beaches. From fine, white sand and crystal clear waters on the west coast to the more expansive, wildlife rich, wavy beaches on the east, no two beaches are alike. I’ve put together a list of some of my most favorite beaches that I think you should visit this summer. Some are slower-paced and more secluded,…
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8 Stretches Every Traveler Should Know
Traveling can be lots of fun, but it can often be tough on the body. Even if you have your vacation planned somewhere relaxing, you still have to travel to get there. Whether you plan on driving, flying, hiking, or sailing to your destination, you will inevitably end up with some stiffness and soreness. Don’t just live with the discomfort. Here is a list of stretches that every traveler should…
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What To Do in Tallahassee
Although Tallahassee is the capital of Florida, it’s not quite like the other major cities in the sunshine state. It’s smaller, slower paced, and more centered around college, government, and nature. As first glance, it may seem like there’s really not much to do when visiting her. Having lived near Tallahassee for all my life, though, I can attest there’s plenty to keep you entertained if you look deep enough….
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8 Apps every traveler needs
1) Flight App— Skyscanner or Momando The first app every traveler needs is an app to book your flights. If you plan on traveling somewhere outside driving range, you’ll need to find affordable flights, and there’s no better way to do this than with Skyscanner or Momando. I like both of these apps because they compare fares from multiple airlines and budget sites. If you’re not sure where you want…
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