The Best Walking Tours in Edinburgh (Updated 2023)

Posted: 12/4/2023 | December 4th, 2023 I never get tired of visiting Edinburgh. I love the enchanting cobblestone streets, the world-class whisky bars, the plethora of free museums, and arty vibe of the city (it’s the inspiration for many, many writers). It has been Scotland’s capital since the 15th century and has a history that…

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Is This Pass Worth It? (Updated 2023)

Last Updated: 12/4/2023 | December 4th, 2023 Backpacking Europe is a rite of passage. With a well-worn travel trail, a huge variety of amazing destinations, and tons of hostels, Europe is a fun, safe, and easy place to travel. It’s where I first started backpacking over 15 years ago, and I still make sure to…

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The 5 Best Hostels in Helsinki (Updated 2023)

Posted: 11/28/2023 | November 28th, 2023 Helsinki is one of the most undervisted capitals in Europe. When visiting Scandinavia, travelers usually flock to Copenhagen or Stockholm, skipping over Finland entirely. Considered one of the world’s most livable cities, Helsinki is filled with beautifully designed architecture, has plenty of relaxing green urban spaces, and is surrounded…

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Where to Stay in Vienna on Your Trip (Updated 2023)

Posted: 11/28/2023 | November 28th, 2023 I have really grown to love Vienna. It’s a stunning city bursting at the seams with galleries and museums, classical music, theater, cafés, and gorgeous centuries-old architecture. There’s a lot to do to fill your time here. As a visitor, deciding where to stay in Vienna can be a…

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Where to Stay in Quebec City When You Visit (Updated 2023)

Posted: 11/28/2023 | November 28th, 2023 Quebec City is one of the most beautiful cities in Canada. Often overlooked in favor of bigger and more internationally well-known destinations like Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver, this is where European explorers (including Jacques Cartier and Samuel de Champlain) first arrived in the 16th and 17th centuries. Today, Quebec…

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The Best Walking Tours in Milan (Updated 2023)

Posted: 11/28/2023 | November 28th, 2023 Milan is one of the design and fashion capitals of the world. But it has more to offer than just luxe fashion and vintage clothing markets. An influential city during the Italian Renaissance (and currently the second-largest in Italy), Milan is home to a stunning cathedral (that took over…

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25 Tips for Flying with a Baby (Updated 2023)

Posted: 11/28/2023 A lot of people think that once you have a baby you have to stop traveling. Fortunately, that’s far from the truth. In this guest post, Kristin Addis from Be My Travel Muse and Parenthood Adventures shares her tips for flying with a baby so you can travel with confidence the next time…

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Where to Stay in Budapest (Updated 2023)

Posted: 10/29/2023 | October 29th, 2023 Budapest is one of the most fun — and most underrated — cities in Europe. While it’s become more popular in recent years, it still sees only a fraction of tourists compared to London or Paris (about 80% fewer, to be exact). Popular with backpackers who come to enjoy…

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Best Credit Cards for Students Who Travel (Updated 2023)

Posted: 10/29/2023 | October 29th, 2023 While I didn’t take my first international trip until after I graduated college (I went to Costa Rica when I was 23), being a college student doesn’t mean you have to skip out on travel. From studying abroad to gap years to spring break trips, there are a lot…

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18 Amazing Work from Home Gifts (Updated 2023)

Last Updated: 10/30/2023 | October 30th, 2023 The pandemic has made working from home a permanent fixture of our lives. What once just techies and bloggers did, now accountants and all kinds of office workers do. Not only is it cheaper for businesses but it means more flexibility, time with family, and less commuting. I…

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