Europe

24 Hours in Cork, Ireland

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What happened when I signed up for a day tour to Cork and they set us free in the city for 2 hours? Well, the majority of the tour group headed straight for the castles and shopping. Me? Sure, I saw some castles, but my inner explorer led me away from the center into the [...]

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What to Do in Belfast When You Don’t Drink

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Last week, I gave you some ideas of things to do in Dublin when you don’t drink so naturally, I had to give you a part 2. Let’s talk about things to do in Belfast when you don’t drink. First off, I’m not going to comment on the division that currently exists in Northern Ireland. [...]

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Saturday Special: Getting to Know Niccolò and Reykjavik Boulevard

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Over the sharing of a wifi password, I met Niccolò very briefly at Kex Hostel in Reykjavik, Iceland. Just months after my departure, we were in contact, and before I knew it, I was contributing articles to his collaborative creation, Reykjavik Boulevard. I wanted to introduce Niccolò to all of you because I think he’s really [...]

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What to Do in Dublin When You Don’t Drink

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I don’t like to drink. Alcohol that is. Before this post, I would still go to the bar and watch others around me slowly make their way to inebriation, but the atmosphere was never for me. Unfortunately, I’ve found that I don’t make long-lasting relationships with people I meet in a bar. Used to think [...]

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Traveling the World Beyond Europe

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This post comes from the bottom of my heart that is part rant, part curiosity and is in no way meant to offend anyone. I want to know why Americans automatically think of Europe when considering an international vacation and why it takes pulling teeth to convince them to visit elsewhere. Much like I didn’t [...]

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