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History

I’m a sucker for history, and discovering both the known and unknown histories of a new place is one of my favorite parts about traveling.  Travel opens up a destination’s history, because you get to walk the same streets, explore the buildings, see the monuments, and overall really *feel* the weight of times gone by.
From the ancient streets of Old Jaffa, to the castle of a mad king, to the modern relics of a war in my lifetime, here are historical sites that I recommend adding to your itinerary if you’ll be in the area.
A Day In..., Europe, History, Landscapes, Roadtrips, Scotland, Unique Experiences, United Kingdom

A Day on Scotland’s Mystical Isle of Lewis & Harris

by Jessica / February 4, 2018July 7, 2019

There are some places in the world where it feels like actual magic saturates everything you see.  Scotland probably has more than its fair share…

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A Day Trip to Sintra’s Fairytale Castles

by Jessica / January 20, 2018February 11, 2019

Y’all, get READY.  Because there’s about to be some serious princess vibes up in here. When Mom and I looked at booking a trip to…

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What to do in Jerusalem with 24 hours | How to make the most of a short visit to this ancient city, Jerusalem itinerary ideas, Jerusalem trip planning, what to do in Israel, a day in Jerusalem #jerusalem #israel #holyland
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24 Hours of Immersion in Jerusalem

by Jessica / January 1, 2018November 29, 2019

The week that my dad and I spent in Israel and Jordan was truly a trip of a lifetime, and we ended the week based…

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A Day In..., England, Europe, History, Landscapes, Roadtrips, United Kingdom

Exploring England’s Jurassic Coast

by Jessica / December 29, 2017October 1, 2019

Am I the only person who hadn’t heard of this place before??  (I’m assuming the answer is YES). As I was doing research for our…

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The Ultimate First-Timer’s Guide to Visiting Petra

by Jessica / December 26, 2017January 23, 2019

It’s a very powerful feeling to visit a place that’s been on your bucket list for half your life. One of the New Seven Wonders…

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Europe, History, Landscapes, Roadtrips, Slovenia

Drinking in the Beauty & History of Slovenia’s Julian Alps

by Jessica / November 5, 2017February 2, 2019

I’ve spent some time raving about Slovenia’s disproportional share of natural beauty in several other posts, but I’ve saved the best for last. After flying under…

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How To Visit Jerusalem’s Temple Mount, Dome of the Rock, & Western Wall

by Jessica / October 29, 2017January 23, 2019

Visiting the Temple Mount, including the Western Wall and Dome of the Rock, is a must on any trip to Jerusalem, and one of the…

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A 24-Hour Itinerary: Everything You Have to See in Istanbul

by Jessica / September 3, 2017December 7, 2019

Ohhh, Istanbul…what a complex, vibrant, delicious, fascinating place you are!  I had the opportunity to visit Turkey for the first time last year, and was…

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How to Spend 24 Hours in Lisbon

by Jessica / September 1, 2017November 29, 2019

It doesn’t take much to fall in love. Sometimes all it takes is that second you emerge from the subway in a new city, surrounded…

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Mesmerized by “Petra by Night”

by Jessica / August 27, 2017January 23, 2019

Some experiences are hard to even put into words, because they were so visceral that only a picture can really communicate what it was like…

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Who am I? I'm not a digital nomad, don't backpack or stay in hostels. I have a demanding career but find ways to fit tons of travel in while working full-time. I believe that sometimes you save and sometimes you splurge, and I'll help you figure out how to have the best travel experiences ever. My goal is to go everywhere, see everything, and soak up as much food, wine, culture, and amazing views as I possibly can in this crazy life!
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