Category: Itineraries by Country
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A Review of United Club Day Pass at Chicago O’Hare
Sometimes, you just have to treat yourself. We found ourselves at Chicago O’Hare with a good three hours before our flight back to LAX and decided to splurge on the day pass at the United Club in Terminal 1. O’Hare is a United hub, and due to our Silver Elite status on United we find…
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19 Photos That Will Make You Jump on a Plane to France Immediately
A picture is worth a thousand words, so here’s nineteen thousand words on why you should visit France ASAP. First, check out this aerial view of the French Riviera with the Alps in the background The French Riviera The azure jewel tone of the Mediterranean Two words: Moules Frites The French Alps Including Mont Blanc…
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Safari in the Urban Jungle of Tokyo
Tokyo is a perfect blend of traditional Japanese culture with super modern futuristic technology. It’s such a large city that you’ll probably need more than one visit to explore – and even then, you wouldn’t be able to see everything! Here are some of the highlights. Practicalities Currency: Japanese yen Recommended length of stay: 1 week…
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Experience Ancient History in Egypt
Check out this expedition through Egypt, visiting the timeless wonders of Cairo and Luxor, where ancient civilizations thrived, offering an exciting blend of history and culture along the Nile River. Practicalities for Egypt Currency: Egyptian pound Recommended length of stay: minimum of 1 week, allow 2-3 if wanting to do a cruise down the Nile Month…
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Journey through time to Ancient Jordan
Relive ancient history and marvel at the ancient city of Petra on this one week road trip itinerary through the Middle Eastern country of Jordan. Practicalities Currency: Jordanian dinar (JOD) Recommended length of stay: 1 week (highlights could be done in as little as 4-5 days) Month of our visit: July (Note: this is one of…
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9 Photos To Make You Want To Visit The Amalfi Coast Right Now
Join us on a visual odyssey along the breathtaking Amalfi Coast via these photographs taken on our Amalfi road trip, where every snapshot captures either the dramatic cliffs, colorful villages, historic city of Pompeii, or azure waters that define this incredibly unique UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Roam through Rome
Step into the heart of ancient history and modern Italian enchantment as Rome makes you fall in love with its iconic architectural masterpieces, buzzing nightlife, and delicious cuisine, promising an unforgettable journey through time and culture. There is honestly tons to do in Rome, which in addition to having strong historic and cultural roots, is…
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Finding Firenze
Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of Firenze, where historic architecture, trendy cafes, and artistic wonders blend to create an adventure filled with culture, delicious food and wine, and unforgettable views. First things first, you have to choose a place to stay. We were super pleased with our AirBnB selection because of the view from…
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Destination: Lake Como
Nestled among the stunning Italian Alps, Lake Como treats visitors to views of its serene waters and charming (and unique!) lakeside villages. We landed in Milan after spending some time in the UK, and after a few days took the train to Como station. The train leaves around every half an hour and costs around…
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Destination: Milan
The fashion capital of Italy, and easily accessible to France and Switzerland! Milan was our first stop in Italy, on our three month (that turned into six months…) world expedition. We flew through Amsterdam from north England (though there are many direct flights from tons of places in Europe). Milan is also easily accessible by…