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Universal Studios Orlando Travel Guide (From a Harry Potter Nerd Who Can’t Stop Going Back)

Updated on: Universal Orlando is an amazing trip for families, Harry Potter fans, thrill seekers & more. Universal consists of four theme parks – Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, Volcano Bay waterpark, and the brand new Epic Universe, which opened in May 2025! I love Universal and my family has visited many times! I’m a […]

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Ultimate Guide to Skiing Zermatt: Visiting Europe’s Biggest & Best Ski Resort

Updated on: Zermatt is one of the most popular ski resorts in Europe. This charming, pedestrian-only ski town nestled deep in the Alps is one of my very favorite places, and skiing or snowbording in Zermatt is a must for winter sports lovers. I visited Zermatt last year for the first time since college and

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9 Best Restaurants in Zermatt: Traditional Swiss Cuisine & Mountain Views

Updated on: Zermatt is one of the most stunning places in the Swiss Alps, it’s a winter wonderland and home to some of the best skiing and snowboarding in Europe. I cannot recommend a trip there enough. The town is small, but offers a great selection of restaurants for dinner after a long day on

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8 Best Après Ski Bars Zermatt: Tried & Tested by an Après Enthusiast

Updated on: Zermatt is one of the most stunning villages in the Swiss Alps, and is home to some of the best skiing and snowboarding in Europe. Zermatt is one of the only places where you can ski year round. It’s heaven for winter sports lovers. Zermatt also offers great après Ski options. As the

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Ultimate Lofoten Islands Itinerary: A Dreamy, Arctic Adventure

Updated on: The Lofoten Islands are a stunning area of Northern Norway and were one of my favorite trips ever. I cannot recommend a visit there enough. It’s a dream trip for nature lovers, hikers, Northern Lights chases & more. I’ve put together my ultimate Lofoten Islands Itinerary below. I recommend spending at least 2

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15 Best Restaurants in the Lofoten Islands – Where to Eat on Your Arctic Getaway

Updated on: Lofoten Islands Norway was one of my very favorite trips. This remote area in Northern Norway is not necessarily a foodie destination, there aren’t an overwhelming amount of restaurants options, but I did find some good spots on my week there. I’ve compiled my 15 top recommendations by town below to help you

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10 Best Things to do in Lofoten Islands: Fjords, Fishing Villages & Arctic Adventures

Updated on: The Lofoten Islands was one of my favorite trips from last year. This outdoorsy lovers haven in Northern Norway is an amazing trip for anyone who loves hiking, adventure, mountains, sunsets, skiiing, kayaaking, northern lights chasing & more. There are so many amazing things to do in the Lofoten Islands it can be

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Getting to the Lofoten Islands: A Picturesque, Remote Escape

Updated on: The Lofoten Islands are a stunning series of islands on an archipelago in Northern Norway that are becoming wildly popular for travel. The islands are a haven for hikers, adventurerers, Norther Lights seekers, photographers and more! This spor was on my bucket list for years, and I finally made the trip last winter!

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Where to Stay Lofoten Islands – 7 Dreamiest Towns in Lofoten

Updated on: The Lofoten Islands are one of the most stunning places I’ve ever visited in my life. I cannot recommend a trip there enough. Lofoten is an archipelago in northern Norway. The area is fairly remote but there are a series of towns and fishing villages. I spent 4 days exploring Lofoten & it’s

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Blue Lagoon vs. Sky Lagoon: Which is Better? (And Why I’d Visit Both Again)

Updated on: If you’re planning an upcoming trip to Iceland and are trying to finalize your itinerary you may be asking yourself whether you should choose to visit the ever popular Blue Lagoon or the newer, growing in popularity Sky Lagoon. Lagoons & hot springs are a huge part of Icelandic culture and, in my

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Iceland Golden Circle Itinerary: Waterfalls, Geysirs & Hot Springs

Updated on: Iceland’s Golden Circle is one of the most popular tourist destinations. The Golden Circle is made up of a series of different sites that can be easily visited as a day trip (or a few day trips) from Reykjavik depending on how long you want to spend at each stop and the activities

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Ultimate Iceland Winter Itinerary: Glaciers, Ice Caves, Lagoons & Northern Lights

Updated on: I’ve been lucky enough to visit Iceland in both the fall (with amazing weather) and the winter and was in love with both. But I’m fully a winter person at heart and feel like a winter trip to Iceland is pure magic! The colors and the vibrant landscapes of Iceland are so extreme

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