I recently took my first-ever solo trip and picked Krakow, Poland as my first destination. I consider myself well-traveled, but this was definitely nerve-wracking for me. I’d never been truly on my own before. Going into this trip, I had only a vague understanding of Poland from what I’d learned in history classes about WWII…
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Algarve to Seville Day Trip Itinerary (Planned by ChatGPT)
I asked ChatGPT to plan a day trip from Algarve to Seville. The AI had a lot of great suggestions, but I had some critiques.
How to Find Memorable Adventure in Interlaken, Switzerland – Spring/Summer
The Adventure Capital of Europe offers countless ways to get your outside your comfort zone while enjoying some of the most beautiful scenery one Earth!
Grindelwald Canyon Swing – How to Make the Leap
The Grindelwald Canyon Swing is one of the most thrilling things you can do in Switzerland. Terrified? I was too, but it’s worth it!
How to Experience the Best of Portugal’s Algarve Coast
Whether you want to relax or adventure, the Algarve Coast of Portugal has something for everyone! The stunning views are just the start.
How to Make Your First Visit To Lisbon Memorable
If you’re planning your first trip to Lisbon, I’m jealous! We were there just a couple weeks ago but I’m already trying to figure out when I can go back. It is such a beautiful city, from the azulejo tiles on so many buildings to the rich culture and history. Here’s what you should do…
9 Things to Know Before Visiting Portugal
Portugal is a very popular destination at the moment. Maybe you’ve seen a friend visit or you yourself already have a trip planned. I just spent nine days in Portugal and had a fantastic time, but there are some things you should know before you arrive to optimize your trip. Portugal is a Pretty Inexpensive…
How Positioning Flights Add Logistics but Save Time and Money
If you’re planning a trip and looking for flights, it’s natural to just search your home airport to your destination and back. You’ll likely compare airlines, see what’s cheapest or most direct, but I encourage you to think beyond points A and B and see if a positioning flight might make more sense instead. What’s…
2022 Recap & Maximizing PTO in 2023
Merry Christmas (though I’m posting this from Japan where it’s already December 26th)! By the time the ball drops on New Year’s Eve, I will have spent 92/365 days in 2022 outside of my home in Chicago (that doesn’t count days where we took a late-night flight after work). That’s a quarter of the year…
How to Survive a Red Eye in Economy
Long haul flights can be tough, especially if you’re not seated in one of the premium cabins at the front of the plane. If the flight is overnight and you need to arrive well rested to your destination, it can be a challenge in cramped economy seats, but we don’t all have the deep pockets…