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Arno River in Florence

Essential Tips for Visiting Italy: Everything First-Time Travelers Should Know

Nov 23, 2025

Essential Tips for Visiting Italy: Everything First-Time Travelers Should Know Hi Y’all! If you’re dreaming of strolling cobblestone streets, sipping cappuccinos in sunlit piazzas, and exploring ancient cities at your own pace — Italy is

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Hand holding gelato cone on an Italian street.

What to Eat in Italy: Local Dishes and Dining Tips You Don’t Want to Miss

Nov 23, 2025

A True Story from a Travel Advisor Who Ate Her Way Through Italy Hey y’all, There’s something about Italy that just speaks to your soul — the beauty, the history, and, of course, the food.

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Front exterior of the Milan Cathedral with its Gothic spires and detailed marble facade

Visiting the Milan Duomo: What You Need to Know Before You Go

Nov 14, 2025

Hi y’all! There are some places in the world that truly take your breath away, and the Duomo di Milano, the Milan Cathedral, is one of them. From the moment you step into the piazza

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2024 Paris Olympics surfing event at Teahupo'o,

Tahiti’s Perfect Day Trip: Visiting the Olympic Surfing Site

Nov 11, 2025

Hi y’all! My trip to French Polynesia was filled with stunning lagoons and lush landscapes, but one day stood out for its unique blend of delicious local flavors and a visit to a truly legendary

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Becoming a Junior Ranger in the Great Smoky Mountains

Nov 5, 2025

Hi y’all! As a travel advisor, I’m often focused on grand adventures in faraway places. But some of the most precious travel memories are the ones we make right here at home, exploring the beauty

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Swiss train kiosk

Swiss Train Travel Doesn’t Have to Be Stressful: A Quick Guide

Oct 24, 2025

Hi y’all! One of the first things you’ll notice when you start dreaming of a trip to Switzerland is the train system. It connects the entire country, and it’s truly one of the best in

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Woman on a camel in front of the Great Pyramids in Egypt

What a Camel Ride in Egypt is Really Like: A True Story

Oct 13, 2025

What a Camel Ride in Egypt is Really Like: A True Story Hey y’all! There are some things you just feel like you have to do when you travel. Who goes to Paris and doesn’t see the Eiffel Tower?

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Lake Como, Italy

Jun 19, 2024

Lake Como is a must-visit if you love the mountains and water. Located in northern Italy’s Lombardy region and the majestic Bergamo Alps surround the lake. It has an area of 146 square kilometers (56

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Smoky Mountain Highland Games

Jun 3, 2024

My husband and I love our Scottish heritage. My mother’s paternal family was nearly all Scottish and my husband is a dual citizen because he was born in Scotland to a Scottish mother. So, the

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