In September 2024, three of my friends, Courtney, Kristen, and Stephanie, and my boyfriend, Tim, and I spent three days in Athens, Greece as a part of our longer Nice, France and Greece trip. And, we had such a fun time exploring some of what this ancient city has to offer! In this post, I’ve shared our full 3-day Athens …
How to Spend 2 Days on the Island of Santorini
Planning a visit to the island of Santorini? You’re in for a treat! The island of Santorini is a paradise of whitewashed buildings, blue-domed churches, volcanic beaches, and endless sunsets over the Aegean Sea, and this guide will help you make the most of your two days in Santorini. Read on to learn what to pack for Santorini, where to …
Great Things to Do on Crete, Greece for 2 Days
Located in the Aegean Sea, about 100 miles south of mainland Greece, Crete is the largest Greek island and the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. And, it should definitely be on your Greece itinerary! Crete’s mix of incredible mountain ranges, fertile plains, gorgeous beaches, dramatic gorges, charming towns, and delicious local cuisine make it a dream destination for …
3-Day Nice Itinerary: The Best Things to Do in Nice
Nicknamed Nice la Belle, i.e. “Nice the Beautiful”, Nice, France is one of the largest and most beloved cities on the French Riviera and a great starting point for your summer European holiday (and where my friends, Courtney, Kristen, and Stephanie, and my boyfriend, Tim, and I started ours!). With so many things to do in Nice, three days is …
An Awesome Day Trip to Monaco from Nice, France
Known for its infamous Monte-Carlo Casino, prestigious Formula 1 races, luxury yachts and lavish hotels, Monaco is a must-see travel destination and an easy day trip from Nice, France. A day trip to Monaco from Nice is a great way to see some of what this luxurious country—yes, Monaco is its own country!—has to offer, and we had lots of …
The Ultimate Guide to Brussels, Belgium: What to See, Where to Stay, Weather, & More
Founded all the way back in the 10th century, Brussels is now the vibrant and bustling capital of Belgium and the European Union—and, there are lots of fun things to do in Brussels for 4 days! The city is known for its stunning Gothic architecture, world-class museums, and delicious chocolates, waffles, fries, and craft beer, and it’s home to various …
How to Spend One Day in Bruges, Belgium: Your Ultimate Guide
Are you thinking about taking a day trip from Brussels to Bruges and wondering how to make the most of your time in this charming, medieval city? In this blog post, I’ll share what we did during our one day in Bruges, Belgium, how we got from Brussels to Bruges, where we ate in Bruges, and more. Now, let’s plan …
Discover the Best of Namur, Belgium in One Day
Located between the Sambre and Meuse rivers, in the picturesque Wallonia Region, Namur, Belgium is the capital of both Wallonia and Namur province and is a perfect day trip from Brussels! We spent one day in Namur during our trip to Edinburgh, Scotland and Brussels, Belgium. In this post, I’ll share all of the things we did during our one …
How to Plan an Epic 2-Week Summer Europe Itinerary
Planning a trip to Europe this summer? We’ve got you covered with our epic 2-week summer Europe itinerary! My boyfriend, Tim, and I visited Amsterdam, Barcelona, Rome, Vatican City, Florence, Pisa and Cinque Terre last June and had an amazing time (and great weather!). Although there are a ton of options when visiting Europe, we felt that this 2-week summer …
How to Visit the Cinque Terre Towns in 2 Days
The Cinque Terre is a group of centuries-old seaside villages, perched on the dramatic coastline of the Italian Riviera, just north of Pisa in northwest Italy, and it’s possible to visit all of the Cinque Terre towns in just two days! The Cinque Terre towns are Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso al Mare. Each boasts colorful houses, steep, terraced …