One of the parts of the UK that I was looking forward to the most was afternoon tea. Dating back to the 1840 when it was first introduced by the Duchess of Bedford, afternoon tea is ingrained in English culture. Who doesn’t love a 4pm snack of sandwiches and sweets? Facts about Afternoon Tea AfternoonContinue reading “Afternoon Tea in London”
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Spring Capsule Wardrobe for the UK
Moving to Europe, I could only bring what would fit in my two suitcases and backpack. And because I am here for a year, I needed to pack for every season: fall in Spain, winter in Switzerland/UK, spring in Ireland, summer in Italy, etc. This left me having to create capsule wardrobes for each seasonContinue reading “Spring Capsule Wardrobe for the UK”
Travel Guide: London in March
March signals the beginning of spring, and with each month leading into the summer there are more and more things to do in London as the temperatures rise. It’s been chilly these first couple weeks, but the days are sunnier and with the upcoming coronation of King Charles, there’s never been a better time toContinue reading “Travel Guide: London in March”
From Spain to the UK: Life Update
The next leg of our year in Europe has commenced, and we’ve moved from Barcelona to the United Kingdom! We’re staying a short train ride outside of London in a suburb, and have been here for two weeks now. As far as adjusting, I love it here! Barcelona was absolutely incredible and I was sadContinue reading “From Spain to the UK: Life Update”
Best of Barcelona: A Complete Guide
I have spent the past three months in Barcelona, and I am savoring these last few days before packing up and heading to the U.K. While I am excited for the next chapter of my year in Europe, I am definitely a little sad to be leaving behind all the great things here in Barcelona.Continue reading “Best of Barcelona: A Complete Guide”
Pack with Me: 48 Hours in Paris
You know what’s better than a weekend in Paris? Another weekend in Paris two weeks later. I’m so excited to be meeting up with one of my closest friends from back home and enjoy Paris a second time. I’ll be able to see things I didn’t have time for on the last trip, and willContinue reading “Pack with Me: 48 Hours in Paris”
What I Spent in a Weekend: Paris
This year, a majority of my spending will be on travel experiences as we live in Europe. At the same time, I have big saving goals this year and want to make sure I travel without compromising those goals. I have always prided myself in being a budget traveler without sacrificing the things I reallyContinue reading “What I Spent in a Weekend: Paris”
Long-Term Travel Essentials
Happy January! It’s a new year, and it’s crazy for me to think about that fact that I will be spending most of it traveling through Europe. Crazy, but also everything I’ve ever wanted. I am now two months into my year abroad, and I feel like I’ve settled into a comfortable routine here inContinue reading “Long-Term Travel Essentials”
Travel Guide: 48 Hours in Madrid
Madrid is both the capital of Spain and the largest city, with a huge array of things to do and see. Madrid was a major destination for Hollywood celebrities who both lived and worked on films in the area during the 50s and 60s. Everyone from Ernest Hemingway to Audrey Hepburn spent time in thisContinue reading “Travel Guide: 48 Hours in Madrid”
Travel Guide: Christmas Markets in Basel, Switzerland
This past weekend I travelled to Basel Switzerland to experience what is considered some of the best Christmas markets in Europe, and it did not disappoint. From the mulled wine to the fresh snow that coated the ground, it was a winter wonderland that gave me the holiday spirit I’ve been missing from being awayContinue reading “Travel Guide: Christmas Markets in Basel, Switzerland”
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