I know I’m a few years late writing this post and sharing these photos. Everyone and their mom has been to Iceland now, right? This country has exploded in tourism in the past few years, and it has been at the top of travelers’ lists for the most impressive and magical scenery in the world.… Read More 20 Photos To Convince You Iceland Is The Most Magical Place On Earth
Another busy month has come and gone! I’ve spent the entirety of October in the UK, but with lots of adventures on the side. I’m finally feeling like I’ve really settled in at work in my job, and that’s a great feeling. Here’s what I got up to this month! Where I Went York, London,… Read More October 2018 Recap
During my time in Georgia, I knew I absolutely had to get out of the capital, Tbilisi, and see the spectacular Caucasus Mountain range up close. One of the best and most accessible ways to do this is taking a daytrip from Tbilisi up the Russian Military Highway (the main road connecting Georgia and the… Read More A Daytrip To Kazbegi And The Russian Military Highway In Georgia
For this post, I wanted to do something a bit different. Last year, Adam (also known as Mr. Away With Maja!) set off for Nepal to trek to Everest Base Camp. Going on a group trip with Himalayan Wonders, we thought it would be a helpful resource to provide more detailed information on the company,… Read More Interview: Everest Base Camp With Himalayan Wonders
Roadtripping through the Scottish Highlands was a huge bucket list goal of mine. When I randomly had a few days off work at the end of August, I knew I had to take advantage of it! I set off for four days in Scotland, and had the most amazing time. On my second day, I… Read More Scottish Highlands Road Trip: What to See in Glencoe
It’s been seven years since my first independent trip abroad. And man oh man, how times have changed since then! So many facets of the travel industry are dramatically different, smartphones exist and basically everyone has one, and the internet proves to be one of the best resources to plan a trip. I wanted to… Read More 17 of the BEST Online Resources For Travelers
Today marks two years since I moved to England. It has been a huge journey, with a lot of ups and downs. Last year, I wrote an honest and very difficult post about most of the downs. You can go ahead and read about my 15 Harsh Truths About Living In England. But this year,… Read More What I’ve Learned About British Culture After 2 Years Living In England
It’s been nearly two years since I moved to York. In that time, I have spent a lot of time exploring the surrounding area and exploring Yorkshire. I am honestly so spoiled living here—I’m not sure if I could live anywhere else now. The city itself is a gem and such a beautiful place to… Read More Quintessential Yorkshire: The Best 4 Daytrips From York
I know I always say this, but I honestly feel like this month has flown by. I blinked and I missed it. I have done so much stuff in September! I started the month on a trip to Scotland, went to the Lake District, met up with family, and was just in general very busy.… Read More September 2018 Recap
When I decided to take a spontaneous road trip up to the Highlands in Scotland, I knew that the route would take me through the Scottish Borders. I’ve been wanting to come here for years, and there’s one big reason for that: the Border Abbeys! There are four main, magnificent sets of abbey ruins, all… Read More Visiting The Scottish Border Abbeys In One Day: Jedburgh, Kelso, Dryburgh, And Melrose
Since moving to England almost two years ago, one of my favorite new hobbies is hiking. Living in York, I’m absolutely spoiled for choice with all the walking opportunities nearby! The North York Moors are less than an hour’s drive away, same with the Yorkshire Dales. Both of these national parks are stunning and with… Read More Flamborough Head: Hiking Along The Yorkshire Coast
Having finally visited the fascinating capital of Georgia, I can say without a doubt that Tbilisi is one of my new favorite cities. I also loved the nightlife in Tbilisi! Although I know the city has a great clubbing scene, I’ve heard that during the summer it’s a bit more relaxed. Lots of people head… Read More The Best Bars In Tbilisi, Georgia
UPDATED AUGUST 2020! York Minster is the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe and one of the most-visited cathedrals in England. It is also the most iconic symbol of the city of York. The Minster towers over the city and dominates the skyline of this historic city. Having lived in York for nearly two four… Read More Where to Take the Best Photos of York Minster in York
Night trains are one of the most common ways to save a decent amount of money as a budget traveler when traveling. You save a night’s accommodation and instead pay for a train ticket, and you don’t lose precious daylight time getting from Point A to Point B. Taking night trains can certainly be intimidating… Read More The Best Travel Safety Tips For Night Trains
This summer saw me traveling around the Caucasus region. I spent just over a week in Georgia, and I spent just under a week in Armenia. The country is fascinating, with so much history. If you’re visiting Armenia, chances are you’ll be passing through Yerevan—as the capital, it’s the central hub in the country. At… Read More 16 Things You MUST See In Yerevan, Armenia
Five years ago to the day, I packed up a suitcase and a backpack, went to the airport, boarded a plane, and officially moved to England for my year-long study abroad. September 9th, 2013. I woke up (even though I barely slept) the next day in England. My year living in Nottingham was by far… Read More 5 Years Since Nottingham: Reflections On My Study Abroad
August might be the busiest month I’ve had on the blog to date! I started the month in Armenia, and the second leg of my trip to the Caucasus and Turkey. I then went straight back into work, worked like mad, and ended the month on a spontaneous road trip to the Scottish Highlands. Wow!… Read More August 2018 Recap
The biggest tourist destination in Georgia by far is the capital, Tbilisi, And while it’s a fantastic city, I’m really glad I managed to see more of the country! I started off my trip in Georgia by flying in to Kutaisi, in the western part of Georgia (want to see more? Check out my post… Read More 9 Things To Do On A Trip To Kutaisi
One of the things I personally use travel blogs for the most is to research transportation. Some of my most popular blog posts have been on transportation, specifically night trains—my night train posts get hits every single day! You can also check out my best travel safety tips for night trains. I recently took the… Read More The Tbilisi To Yerevan Night Train
I recently spent just over a week in the country of Georgia, located in the Caucasus region. It’s one of my new favorite places in the world, and I was continually stunned by what this country has to offer. I visited Kutaisi, Tbilisi, Kazbegi (Stepantsminda), Mtskheta, and Gori. This is one destination that will be… Read More 20 Photos To Convince You To Visit Georgia
