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Your Ultimate Guide to the Garden Route in South Africa

If you’re looking advice for stops along the Garden Route such as Mossel Bay, Hermanus, Oudtshoorn, or Storms River – look no further than this article.

South Africa, AfricaStephanie SafdieMarch 23, 2025garden route, hermanus, birds of eden, monkeyland, mossel bay, cape town, storms river, tsitsakamma national park

15 Best Things to Do in Cape Town

Cape Town has so much to offer, but what are the top 10 things to do and see when in the Mother City?

South Africa, AfricaStephanie SafdieMarch 16, 2025cape town, top ten things to do in cape town, 10 things to do in cape town

Is South Africa Safe For Solo Female Travelers?

Wondering if South Africa and Cape Town is safe for solo female travelers? I’m going to share with you my experience and why I vote the country as safe!

South Africa, AfricaStephanie SafdieMarch 15, 2025south africa, cape town, south africa safe, south africa safety, is south africa safe, solo female travel to south africa, solo female travel cape town

Your Complete Guide to the Isle of Skye

If you're concerned about what to eat, see, do in the Isle of Skye (including driving precautions) – be sure to read this article before going to the Scottish Highlands.

Europe, ScotlandStephanie SafdieSeptember 29, 2024scottish highlands, portree, a87, a82, a855, kilt rock, trotternish peninsula, isle of skye, scotland, scotland trip

Your Ultimate Guide to Edinburgh

Your guide to Edinburgh: what to see, eat, drink, and do when in the Scottish capital.

Europe, ScotlandStephanie SafdieSeptember 29, 2024edinburgh, things to do in edinburgh, guide to edinburgh, vegan in scotland, scotland, edinburgh castle, royal mile, deans village, the vessel

How to Spend One Day in Glasgow: Day Trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow

How to spend one day in Glasgow as a day trip from Edinburgh without missing any of the major sites to see.

Scotland, EuropeStephanie SafdieSeptember 29, 2024glasgow, glasgow day trip, day trip to glasgow, edinburgh to glasgow, scotland trip, things to do in glasgow

How to Get to Mont Saint-Michel + Tips for a Day Trip

Looking to go to Mont Saint Michel, but not sure where to start? Read more to plan how long to stay, how to get there, how much things cost, and what to do in Mont Saint Michel.

France, EuropeStephanie SafdieJuly 4, 2024mont saint michel, paris day trip, france, tips for mont saint michel, mont saint michel day trip

Thinking of Traveling to Paris for the 2024 Olympics? A Word of Advice - Don’t.

With millions expected to travel to Paris for the 2024 Olympics, many don’t realize the potential negative implications and complications of traveling to the city of love this summer.

France, EuropeStephanie SafdieFebruary 23, 2024paris, paris summer 2024, paris olympic games

10 Best Things to See and Do in Granada

Looking for things to do while in Granada besides the Alahambra? Look no further – here is your guide to a short trip to Granada and all of the must-see attractions in this Spanish city part of the Andalusia region!

Europe, SpainStephanie SafdieDecember 21, 2023weekend in granada, trip to granada, granada guide, andalusia, spain, things to do in granada

How to Spend a Weekend in Turin: 10 Best Things to Do

Looking for things to do in Turin? Look not further – I’ve got you covered with the city’s highlights and what’s worth your time.

ItalyStephanie SafdieOctober 23, 2023turin, italian alps, italy, italy shoulder season, things to do in turin

One Night in Nice + Monte Carlo: Is the French Riviera Overrated?

The French Riviera is one of the most desired places to travel in the world – but is it overrated?

France, MonacoStephanie SafdieJune 19, 2023monte carlo, french riviera, nice, french holiday, overrated holiday

Mykonos vs. Santorini: Which Greek Island is Better?

Having a tough time deciding which Greek island to visit? Read more to see if Mykonos or Santorini is right for you.

Europe, GreeceStephanie SafdieMay 14, 2023mykonos, santorini, santorini guide, mykonos guide, greece vacation, greece trip, greek islands, mykonos vs santorini

Your Guide to Athens: Is It Worth Visiting?

Looking for things to do and places to eat in Athens? Read more about how we spent our full two days in the Greek capital.

Europe, GreeceStephanie SafdieMay 14, 2023athens, greece, plaka district, acropolis, old agora, old town athens, athens guide, athens 2023

10 Best Things To Do in Oslo

Short on time in Oslo, Norway? Discover the best things to do in Oslo – including what’s worth doing while on a trip to the Norwegian capital.

Norway, EuropeStephanie SafdieJanuary 6, 2023oslo, norway, opera house

Stockholm is a Super Cool City – Here's Why.

Stockholm is one of the more distinct European cities – but why?

Sweden, EuropeStephanie SafdieJanuary 3, 2023stockholm, sweden, skagenröra, scandinavia

Your Guide to 2 Days in Copenhagen

What should you do in Copenhagen if you’ve only got 2 days? Read more to find out!

Denmark, EuropeStephanie SafdieDecember 31, 2022copenhagen, the round tower, freetown christiana

A Day in Reykjavik: 5 Best Things to See & Do

Have an afternoon or a short trip to Reykjavik and aren’t sure what to do? Read more to find out how to spend a day in Reykjavik!

Europe, IcelandStephanie SafdieDecember 31, 2022reykjavik, Hallgrímskirkja, rainbow road, iceland, iceland guide

Your Ultimate Guide to the Blue Lagoon: Is It Worth Visiting?

When should you book tickets for the Blue Lagoon? How much does it cost? How do you get to the Blue Lagoon? Should you wear glasses or contacts? Is it safe to go in the winter? Read more for your ultimate guide on the Blue Lagoon.

Iceland, EuropeStephanie SafdieDecember 29, 2022blue lagoon, guide to the blue lagoon, iceland, iceland guide, day trip to blue lagoon