Out of all of the cities and airports in the world, I’ve had the most layovers in Istanbul. With Turkish Airlines offering an extended stopover program, there’s no reason to not try to see the city. Though 24 hours is not nearly enough for not only Istanbul, but the vast, beautiful country that is Türkiye …
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In 2022, and my travel writing career finally started to gain some traction after three years of ups, downs, and complete standstills. I started writing for The Points Guy, TheTravel, and my blog’s traffic increased by over 600% (thank YOU for being a part of that!). An exciting part of being a travel writer is …
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Stop #1: Duomo di Milano If you only have one day in Milan, it’s worth prioritizing its most famous sight and seeing it first. The Duomo di Milano is one of the most intricate, incredible pieces of architecture I’ve ever seen. In my humble opinion, it’s the most beautiful duomo in all of Italy, which …
Many travelers skip Naples due to its poor reputation. “It’s seedy,” “it’s dangerous,” “it’s dirty,” “it’s rough around the edges.” These are all common concerns that visitors will hear from other travelers and locals alike. However, Naples is … kind of amazing. It’s totally different from the rest of Italy. It’s kind of like if …
Florence is one of the most sought-out destinations in Italy, and despite the year-round crowds, nothing really holds a candle to the city’s art, history, and cuisine. It’s no wonder why so many praise Florence as one of their favorites in the country. Plus, it’s a great hub for day trips to Lucca, Pisa, Cinque …
Let’s face it. Most travelers go to all-inclusive resorts to party with friends, or to chill on a romantic getaway with their partner, or even as a family-friendly vacation. Seldom look at it as the opportunity for a solo trip. In fact, many resorts actually charge more for solo travelers, and some don’t allow it …
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When on a round-the-world backpacking trip, I really said f*ck it after running out of space on my passport (forcing me to travel slow), and rented an apartment in Tokyo for 6 weeks. The apartment was located just outside of the city in a neighborhood called Katsushika, and nearly everyday for 6 weeks, I went …
Jordan is one of the more popular places to visit in The Middle East, and yet, it still seems like a mystery on what to expect when visiting. After showing up on a whim, here are my top 10 tips on what to expect when visiting Jordan. 1. It’s Expensive Yeah, that’s right. Jordan is …
After a long day, I headed to my local watering hole for a glass of wine. As I sipped subpar Pinot Grigio, I felt a blaring light behind me. The man sitting next to me at the bar screamed, “Yes! Bourdain!” I turned around to watch a younger, less-gray-haired Anthony Bourdain tossing fresh pasta in …
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I had heard Beijing is a stressful city to travel through. Someone had described it to me as “the general population having no regard for human life,” as in, get out of the way or you’re going to get hit by a car, be prepared to be cut in line often, be prepared for people …
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