This is a guest post from Silvia Pe of Charming Sardinia and Charming Italy. Who doesn’t know Sardinia, its white beaches and crystal sea? Obviously, the Sardinian coasts are the most famous aspect of the Island but there are a lot of ways to enjoy the second largest Island of Mediterranean sea. That being said, [...]
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Sultry Siesta in Madrid
Spanish culture has always intrigued me, particularly the importance residents place on siesta. Everyday, shops close down from about 2-5 and bars and restaurants roughly from 4-9. This coveted nap time can definitely feel strange for first time travelers to Spain, which is why it’s best to make the most of your day before and [...]
Foodie Guide to Cambridge
This post is by Kay Boatner, one of our contributors. For statesiders not in the know, Cambridge is the quintessential picturesque college town. Think Princeton with more British accents, and fewer Jersey drawls. (No GTL’ing here, kids.) When I think of college, I think of food—whether it be the over-the-top dining hall brunch every Sunday, [...]
Ski Holidays in Austria
As the cold weather approaches, it’s time to start planning a winter getaway. While a beach escape is always a top option for travelers, it might be worth your while to visit a country that is known for its winters. This is one way to really experience local life first hand while avoiding crowded tourist [...]
Five Underrated European Cities
(original article from Megan’s Travel Column on Life2PointOh, The Boho Life) I’ve decided to look back and feature five European cities that are underrated in my opinion and definitely worth a visit. Ghent, Belgium: During my semester studying in London, I made it to Belgium for two quick trips. On our free day, many of [...]
Five Underrated European Views
(original article is from Megan’s Travel Column, entitled Weekly Wanders on Life2PointOh) It’s hard to pick just one city to visit in Europe, which is why few people actually do. Luckily for the savvy and sophisticated 20-something traveler, getting around Europe is pretty simple, especially when you think about how accessible it is to go [...]
Top Five Romantic European Cities
It’s hard not to think about romance when you are in Europe. Cobble stoned streets, ice cream at every corner and more flower vendors than you probably care to count, European cities almost seem like they were specifically designed for fairy tales. Now, despite the fact that I’ve never flown across the globe for the [...]
