The Sedlec Ossuary in Kutná Hora, more commonly known as the “Bone Church,” is one of the Czech Republic’s most visited tourist destinations. It makes a lot of sense: where else can you find a Roman Catholic chapel decorated with skeletons? It’s an unusual landmark that appeals to people on different levels. Some visit for…
Neuschwanstein Castle is one of the most visited castles in Europe and is considered one of the most beautiful. It has a unique beauty, sitting high in the Bavarian Alps, looking over the forests and lakes. There is a certain fairy-tale quality of this German castle. That’s probably why Walt Disney used Neuschwanstein as the…
Hiking is my favourite activity. It’s odd that I didn’t start until I was in university, considering how addicted I’ve become. There’s something so amazing about wandering through the forests, connecting with nature, and taking the time to feel at peace. But I was a newbie quite recently so I know that it can be…
Summer in Mont Tremblant reveals the true beauty of the Laurentians. This famous ski destination is one of the best summer getaways in Canada. I put off visiting Mont Tremblant for years because I’m not a skier. I figured if I visited, I’d have to get up on the ski hill and inevitably end up…
Podcasts are one of the best free resources for solo travellers. They help us get inspiration, plan trips, learn how to budget, and keep us entertained on the road. Did I mention they’re free?? In fact, podcasts are my #1 hack to master solo dining on trips! But there’s not enough love given to travel…
After years of living abroad, the pandemic has returned me to my native country. Living in New Zealand, Europe, and the UK almost made me forget how intense a Canadian winter can be. When you grow up in Canada, you don’t think twice about owning multiple balaclavas or layers of fleece and thermals. But when…
Welcome to the Great White North, where we go “oot and aboot” from our igloos, speak French, and drink maple syrup for breakfast. Oh wait, no we don’t! After living abroad for 3 years as a digital nomad, I’ve discovered that most people don’t know a lot about Canada. What they know, they’ve often learned…
I’ve always fancied myself as something of an explorer. Ever since I studied 18th-century Scottish travel writers at university and read about their harrowing travels to the Hebrides, I wanted the same for myself. Well, except for the whole nearly-dying-in-a-boat thing (I’m very much a land person). I didn’t really know what an explorer was…
My least favourite part of booking a trip is figuring out my travel budget. Most people can relate. Money often means limiting our wild travel desires, cutting trips short, or skimping ahead of time to save up for that big trip. This is usually the step that takes the longest for people trying to plan…
Marrakech is one of the most unique cities I’ve seen in my world travels. It has this incredible energy emanating from the medina that draws you into the fold of the city. Soon you’re dizzy with possibility as you ogle jeweled lanterns and silver tea trays in the bazaar. Even outside of the Medina, the…