Park in lima Peru

4-Day Itinerary for Peru

ByJewels Rhode

Last fall, my best friend and I were mulling over where to visit for the winter holidays. We’re both big on travel and hadn’t taken an international trip in ages but deciding where to go was really tricky. Europe? Nah, too cold. Caribbean? Zika…yeah. South East Asia? Way too far for our short trip. And then it hit us: Peru! It’s summer time there and, surprisingly, it isn’t in the thick of their tourist season. Looking back, I’m so happy we went – it was the perfect mix of activity, culture, and leisure. I still remember our train ride through the Andes mountains to Machu Picchu and I seriously miss the amazing food (one word: ceviche!). 

Salento Valley Palm Trees

7 Unique Places to Visit in Colombia

ByChristina Perricone

Colombia is the most biodiverse country on earth. From flourishing cities to lavish landscapes, the country offers a taste of everything for the multifarious traveler. You’d be remiss not to experience everything the country has to offer. Yet, the average traveler knows little about the bountiful secrets that Colombia has in store. If you want to experience the country fully, check out these 7 unique places to visit in Colombia.

Taxi lot in ghana

How to Navigate Transportation in Accra

ByCarolina Ramirez

Figuring your way around a new city can be super fun and exciting, but also a bit stressful. What helps me alleviate my stress when using public transportation abroad is knowing the do’s and don’ts of the local system. After a year+ of living in Ghana, I’ve mastered a few tricks that I am excited to share with you! Here are 4 essential tips on how to navigate transportation in Accra with ease.

Art Centre in Ghana

How to Haggle in Markets in Ghana

ByJewels Rhode

My best friend has been living in Accra for the past year, but has traveled back and forth to Accra since 2009. One of the many great things about this is that she’s developed amazing haggling skills! Before we went shopping at the markets she schooled my friends and me on the art of bargaining in Accra. I admit it’s hard, but just like everything else, the more you do it the easier it becomes! Here are 5 tips to help you get the best price for souvenirs, art, and clothes in markets in Ghana.

Iceland city view

How to Prepare for an Epic Road Trip in Iceland

ByCarla Fernández-Soto

Immediately, I began to do basic research and quickly learned that the best way to see Iceland is by car. I kept coming across phrases like “the ultimate road trip of your life,” and “you’ll want to stop every five minutes,” which are pretty bold statements that make you take pause. It did not take long for me to come to my decision—I was going to do this road trip, known as The Ring Road because it’s literally circles the entire island. That was settled.

Thermal Baths in Budapest

6 Interesting Things to Do in Budapest

ByJewels Rhode

Budapest was the last major stop on our road trip before we returned to Poland. The city is divided into two parts Buda and Pest. They are separated by the Danube river. Our accommodations were on the Pest side. We stayed in this beautiful Air BnB apartment in the Belváros neighborhood, which I highly recommend. Here’s a look into 6 experiences you should have while in Budapest:

Prague Castle

5 Essential Things You Need to Know Before Visiting Prague

ByJewels Rhode

When my friends and I were planning our Euro road trip we had to choose between spending more time in Prague or Budapest. I reached out to my FB friends to get their opinion and it was spilt relatively evenly. I ultimately chose to spend more time in Budapest because it seemed like it had way more to do. That meant we had 2.5 days to get a taste of Prague’s grace. Here are the top 5 things I learned that you should know before your visit:

Berlin graffiti wall

First-Timer’s Guide to Berlin

ByJewels Rhode

Continuing on my Euro road trip series, Jacek, Jessica, and I drove 2.5 hours from the coast of Poland to Berlin. We spent 3 days there, which brought us to the halfway mark of our itinerary. As soon as we arrived in Berlin, I received major NYC vibes from its evident diversity (relative to Poland) and liveliness. It felt natural for me to be there, so much so that I could even see myself living there and loving it. Here’s a first-timer’s guide to spending a few days in Berlin!