As an American traveler, visiting Italy for the first time can be an exciting and unforgettable experience. However, there are a few common mistakes that many first-time visitors make that can impact their trip. Here are 10 mistakes to avoid on your first trip to Italy:
1. Overpacking: It can be tempting to pack everything you think you might need, but remember that you'll have to carry your luggage around with you. Pack light and only bring what you need.
Read MoreIt might be known as The Big Apple, but New York City is definitely the place to visit to fulfill your sweet tooth cravings.
Whether you're an admitted chocoholic or you need a cake to see you through, you can taste your way around the city with an array of desserts, unlike anywhere else in the world.
Sure, other cities have cake, doughnuts, and milkshakes, but just like NYC pizza, nothing beats the original versions you'll find in the city.
Read on for our top 12 tasty desserts you need to eat in New York City!
Read MoreBelieve it or not, if you're a U.S. citizen and you travel outside U.S. borders - to Canada, for example - the U.S. government has to give you permission to come back into the United States.
Crazy, right?
And how exactly do you get that permission?
Well, by showing your United States passport, which gives border control agents proof that you're actually a U.S. citizen.
People often think that they need a passport to travel to another country, but that's actually not true. When you travel to other countries, your U.S. passport just acts as an international ID. You might be required to have additional documents, like a visa, to go to certain countries, but we'll touch on that topic another day.
Today, we're gonna focus on everything you need to know about getting an American passport.
So, if you're ready to do more than just dream about that trip to Bali, let's work together on the first step.
Let's get your passport and make seeing the world a reality.
Read MoreWhether you've heard it referred to as "Believe-land," "The Land," or "Forest City," people still often ask...
"What's in Cleveland?" or “Is Cleveland worth visiting?”
I've been asked this question too many times to count.
But what I can tell you after moving back to Cleveland after 7 years away, is
Yes! Cleveland is definitely worth visiting. Especially now.
Previously referred to as "The Mistake on the Lake," Cleveland has come a long way from its industrial beginnings.
Over the past couple of decades, Cleveland has revitalized itself as a major hub for healthcare, biotechnology, and the arts.
Cleveland has everything to offer, without the price tag of living in a major metropolitan city like Chicago or New York - including great food, beautiful national parks, top-rated Universities & Hospitals, along with three major sports teams.
This city (and its residents) embody a spirit of resilience and ambition that's felt by every person that visits.
So, if you're still wondering if Cleveland is worth visiting or what Cleveland is known for,
Keep reading to find out what this city has to offer.
Read MoreDue to necessity (and often waiting until the very last second to pack like the procrastinator that I am), I've learned pretty quickly to pack light and efficiently.
To make packing a lot more bearable for you and me, I've created a comprehensive packing checklist that works for almost any destination and climate.
Whether it's a last-minute business trip or you've put off packing for your vacation longer than you should, I'm here to help.
This packing checklist will give you peace of mind in knowing that you have all the essentials you need for your next voyage and cut your packing time in half.
Read MoreI created this post so I could help you keep your sanity and make it easier to find the best place to stay on Maui.
If Marcus and I had to choose all over again, Maalaea would still be our #1 pick. I’m 100% confident that we chose the absolute, best place to stay on Maui.
Ultimately, we decided on a gorgeous condo rental in Maalaea, and we couldn't have been happier.
Read MoreAfter a lot of back and forth, we finally decided on Hawaii for our honeymoon - and it definitely did not disappoint.
I know I can't be the only other food-focused traveler out there. So, I decided to compile a list of travel-worthy foods that you have to eat in Hawaii - especially if it's your first time visiting the 50th state.
So here's to exploring different cultures, trying new things, and creating memories of a lifetime! In no particular order, here are 5 of the most delicious foods you have to eat in Hawaii.
Read MoreIf you only had two days to spend in London, what would you do first?
If you answered "EAT!" - then you're definitely in the right place.
This two-day itinerary isn't just about food. It's for the person who understands the essential role food plays in experiencing a different culture.
Read MoreToday, I'm here to offer up some advice for my future brides and grooms. I know how overwhelming and stressful planning a wedding can be in the current city you live in, let alone a wedding miles away from home.
So, I decided to make this post the first in the destination wedding series because I believe it was the first step in starting the planning process.
Honestly, once Marcus and I decided on a location, everything else started to fall into place.
I pray that these tips will help future couples on their path to planning the wedding of their dreams.
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