09.07.2020

Pokhara Travel Guide: How to Visit Nepal’s Lakeside Gem – What to Do + Where to Stay + More

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There are plenty of reasons to travel to Pokhara, Nepal. Perhaps you’ve had enough of the capital and want to take a day trip from Kathmandu. Maybe you want to sit back and relax as you float around on a lake, surrounded by chirping birds and gorgeous scenery. Or maybe you just want to explore the rest of the country and are looking for other places to visit in Nepal.

No matter what your goal is, Pokhara should be on your itinerary! This charming and tranquil city is small enough to explore on a weekend trip yet big enough for a multi-day trekking tour — Pokhara is called the “gateway to the Annapurna Circuit” for a reason!

If you’re looking for a Pokhara itinerary or just some basic travel tips, look no further, as I’ve compiled this Pokhara travel guide specifically for you! Let’s check it out :) Continue reading →

08.12.2019

17 TIPS FOR TRAVELING TO SRI LANKA – Tips and Advice To Know Before You Go

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It’s no surprise that Sri Lanka was voted as one of the top destinations for 2019 by Lonely Planet. This small country is packed with things to do for any type of traveler, whether it’s surfing along the coast; trying local dishes in the capital; frolicking through a tea plantation in Nuwara Eliya; or climbing to the top of Sigiriya.

However, before you board your flight to Sri Lanka, there are a few important things you need to know. I’ve compiled the most useful Sri Lanka travel tips and advice for your trip to the “teardrop island.” Let’s get started! 😉

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04.01.2019

My ADAARAN PRESTIGE VADOO Resort Review: What It’s Really Like to Stay in a Maldives Resort

Have you ever wondered what Heaven feels like? Don’t look any further – just book a room at the Adaaran Prestige Vadoo resort ;)

My mom’s birthday was quickly coming up and I had the basic details: she would be surprised with a ticket to the Maldives on a mother-daughter getaway, with a nice mix of local islands and one luxurious resort with an overwater bungalow … But where would I find that bungalow?!

After hours of combing through hotel websites, I finally found the Adaaran Prestige Vadoo – and now I’m here to tell you all about it!

We visited the Adaaran Prestige Vadoo resort for two nights, between September 17 to 19, 2018. Everything that I wrote is 100% my personal opinion, as I booked the hotel with my own money and was not sponsored in any way.

Ready to see what I thought? Let’s check it out!

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03.18.2019

How Much Did I REALLY Spend in the Maldives? Budget Breakdown & Spending Report

“Wow, how much did your trip to the Maldives cost?!”

Although most people are shy to ask questions about money (especially in the travel business), most of my friends and family — and heck, even strangers — couldn’t resist asking me this when I came back from my trip. And I can’t blame them, it’s a juicy question!

The Maldives has a stereotype of being an ultra-luxurious and expensive destination, but I found the opposite to be true while I was there. If you know where to go and how to properly plan your trip, you can travel to the Maldives on a budget. In fact, this post might even be able to show you how to visit the Maldives on a budget, including an overwater bungalow, without breaking the bank.

Seeing as how I love reading budget breakdown posts, I decided to venture out and write my very own! I’ve broken down each of my expenses by category below and added a few tips, as well as the total cost that I paid. That’s right: this budget report tracks every single dollar (*cough* rufiyaa *cough*) that I spent.

Since it’s my first budget post, please be gentle — and let me know what you think in the comments after you’re done reading ;)

Ready to see how much I spent? Let’s check it out!

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02.24.2019

Male City Travel Guide: What to Do, Where to Stay, and More in the Maldives Capital

If you’re planning a trip to the Maldives, chances are you’ll have a day (or at least a few hours) in Male City. Instead of jumping on a speedboat to your resort, take some time to check out the Maldivian capital – there’s so much cool stuff to do in Male!

Not sure what to do in Male? Is there a ferry from Male to Maafushi? What are the cheapest hotels in Male? I have all the information here – keep reading and you’ll find out how to get to Male Island, what to do, where to eat, and where to stay. Let’s go!

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02.18.2019

FAST FIVE: 5 Unique Things to do in South Korea

Welcome to another edition of Fast Five, a blog post series where you’ll find the most unique and interesting things to do in a particular country. In this post, we’re exploring some of the most unique things to do in South Korea. I won’t go into a wall of text explaining each of the things listed (that’s why it’s called the Fast Five!), but there’s just enough detail for you to decide if you want to check it out – and if so, I’ve provided all of the info so you don’t have to spend hours Googling.

To get you hyped up, here’s a little sneak peek of what you’re in for today:

1. Dressing up in a Habok
2. Getting Lost (in Nature) on the Island of Mandarin Oranges
3. De-stressing, the Korean Way
4. Making Some New Furry Friends at a Cafe
5. Bringing Out Your Inner Artist at the “Macchu Picchu of South Korea”

Can’t wait? Me neither — let’s check them out!

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