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Not Taking Advantage of Professional Travel Help
What a week it's been!
Word is getting out and I've been working with some amazing new clients helping plan a girl's weekend in Tuscany, and a solo and couple's stay in Florence, Rome, Venice and Paris.
Getting professional travel help is one easy way to ensure a successful trip, not to mention it saves you time and effort!
I was listening to a podcast this week and the guest highlighted one of the best tips I've heard in a long time!
The discussion was about how travel consultants take a much broader view of trip planning.
The example used was all hotels say they are centrally located and 15 minutes from the airport. However, what does that mean? Central to what and 15 minutes at what time exactly?
As a travel blogger and consultant I strive to exceed your expectations. Those daily 30,000 steps of discovering and experiencing as much as I can inform the information or advice I pass along to you.
Have you considered using travel consulting services? It might be more affordable than you think. Reach out, let's chat.
New Article
15 Best Things to See in Berlin Tiergarten Park
While living in Berlin, I used to visit Tiergarten Park a few times a week. It was not only Henry's (my dog) preferred spot for exploring but also my route for navigating the city and reaching nearby attractions.
In this article, I share:
→ the history of this park (it started in 1527!)
→ 10 things to see and 5 things to do in Tiergarten Park
→ the nearby Berlin landmarks
Is it bigger than Central Park in NYC?
✈️TRAVEL REMINDER
Remember to stop and take it all in once you've arrived.
Once I arrive in Europe, I find a nice spot, settle down with a glass of wine, and soak up my surroundings. Don't forget, to approach your travels with curiosity, paying attention to the little details and the people around you.
New Article
30 Best Places to Visit in Berlin
The city that has it all
In this article, I share the best places for:
→ history buffs and top attraction seekers
→ art lovers, culture enthusiasts and museum-goers
→ moving memorials and monuments
Want to see what it offers?
✈️TRAVEL TIP
Don't make this mistake. Many people (me included) book a hotel based on what it looks like in pictures, often overlooking the importance of location. Make sure the neighbourhood is safe and prioritize staying close to the places you intend on experiencing.
When I do searches for clients, here's what I do: map out the restaurants, shops, and attractions they would like to visit. With all points of interest pinned, shortlisting hotels to stay at becomes easier.
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- What to do in Notting Hill in London
- These are the best hilltop towns near Nice France
- The best day trip destination from Rome
✈️TRAVEL NEWS
According to a car insurance quote company called Market AU, they created a new index of the best nations to visit for an epic road trip experience. They gave the top spot to Spain, followed by a close second by Canada.
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2026 World Cup games in North America
June 11 to July 19, 2026
For the first time in soccer World Cup history, the event will span three host countries - Canada, US and Mexico.
It's never to early to start your planning your trip. If the 6 games in Toronto are on your radar, consider me your local travel guide!
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✈️TRAVEL NEWS
Instabul was named the world's most-visited city in 2023! Twenty million people flew to Istanbul last year. In 2nd place were London and Paris in 5th place.
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My Go-to Trip Planning Resources
Access the full list of recommended Travel Planning Resources on my website, but here are a few of my all-time favourites:
- For my hotel, flights, car rentals and use Expedia
- To get around Europe, I always travel by train, and if not possible I will rent a car
- For accommodations, my first choice is always Plum Guide. If I don't see anything available, my following two choices are VRBO (the same properties on Airbnb, but without the added booking fees) or Booking.com for quick hotel stays
- Pre-book entrance tickets and tours with Get Your Guide
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