Updated on: When my sister suggested the Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya for a family trip to Mexico, I knew I had to join to keep my fun aunt status (also, I was heavily pressured by my nieces and nephews.) While I enjoy all types of travel, my family loves a good all-inclusive, and […]
Updated on: If you’re staying at an all-inclusive in Riviera Maya and have any interest in ancient history, doing a day trip to Chichén Itzá and exploring the Yucatán Peninsula is absolutely worth it. It’s a long day — we’re talking about 12 hours from door to door — but the experience of standing in
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Updated on: Let’s be honest: going to Dublin and not spending serious time in the pubs is not an option, at least for me. The pub isn’t just a bar in Ireland — it’s a community gathering place, a live music venue, a dining room, and the heart of Irish social life all rolled into
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Updated on: Planning a trip to Ireland? See my full Ireland Travel Guide for country-wide tips and recommendations! How to Use This Guide Two days is a solid minimum for Dublin — enough to hit the highlights without feeling like you’re sprinting. Three days is my sweet spot, and four days lets you really slow
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Updated on: Where to Stay in Dublin Dublin accommodation ranges significantly in price depending on the season — the city gets especially busy around major events and the Christmas period. That said, there are solid options at every price point, and location really matters since you’ll be doing a lot of walking. The Grafton Hotel
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Updated on: Where to Stay in Helsinki For a one-day visit, location is everything. My top recommendation is Hotel Haven — right on the south harbor in the heart of Helsinki, walking distance from all the highlights in this itinerary. It’s a beautiful hotel in the best possible spot. If you’re on a tighter connection
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Updated on: Planning a Finland adventure? See my full Finland Travel Guide to help plan your wider trip! And my full Lapland Travel Guide here. How to Use This Guide Five days is the minimum I’d recommend for Lapland — it’s a long journey for most travelers (especially from the US) and you want enough
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Updated on: Skiing in Levi, Lapland Levi is my top ski recommendation in Lapland — and honestly, my top overall Lapland recommendation full stop. It’s the cutest ski town, has the best skiing in Lapland, and still manages to feel remote and untouched while being accessible and well-equipped. This is the main reason I preferred
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Updated on: Ruka is a tiny , picturesque ski town in Lapland with tons of nature & views, but limited amenities — and that’s genuinely part of its charm. Unlike Levi, which has a full village with tons of dining options, Ruka keeps things tight and manageable. What it lacks in volume it more than
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Updated on: Levi might be known for its slopes, Northern Lights and glass igloos, but there’s also a bunch of restaurants for such a small town — and way more varied than you’d expect for a remote ski resort in Finnish Lapland. Whether you’re after a quick lunch mid-ski day, looking for an apres ski
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Updated on: Where to Stay in Saariselkä Saariselkä is where some of Lapland’s most bucket-list-worthy accommodation live. This area skews more upscale and more remote than other parts of Lapland — which is a big part of what makes it so special. If you’re going to plurge on one stay during your Lapland trip, make
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Updated on: Where to Stay in Ruka Hotel Scandic Rukahovi 3.5 Star- Ski In & Out Ruka In terms of location in Ruka you really can’t beat Scandic Rukahovi. You’re right on the mountain and in the small town, so everything is walkable in less than 3 minutes. The hotel itself is massive, and the
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