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i'm not a hostel person...which means if i'm budget traveling, only the best of the best are being booked 🛌🏿

learn which historic hotspots are worth paying for now that the all-in-one combo ticket is no more and discover hidden gems embracing the art of greek hospitality for the ultimate first time in athens, greece experience 🇬🇷find the full travel guide here: https://www.destination195.com/destinations/what-to-do-in-athens

where sapphire water meets secret caves and fishermen paint their pastel doors to match the sea–hit the same picturesque pockets that i did during 3 days on the quieter side of the cyclades for the ultimate first time in milos, greece experience ⛵find the full travel guide here: destination195.com/destinations/what-to-do-in-milos

an island made for the girls, find cycladic gems tucked away in charming villages and discover what's actually worth your while in the upscale (yet tourist trap-filled) harbors for the ultimate first time in paros, greece experience 🏖️

steal my ultimate santorini itinerary from this past summer to experience the best of the greek island including things to do unique to this destination, locally-recommended restaurants to reserve, and a breakdown of the top cycladic towns to stay in 🇬🇷

as a type-a travel maximalist i always curate packed itineraries to get the best bang for my buck – especially with only 2 days to spare in sydney! hit the same show-stopping highlights that i did in this theatrical harbor city for the ultimate first time in sydney experience 🎭find the full travel guide here: https://www.destination195.com/destinations/2-days-in-sydney

while i typically build packed itineraries, relaxed byron bay calls for beach lounging and lackadaisical loitering under the sun! discover the same vibrant brunch plates and turquoise waves that i did in this bohemian surf spot for the ultimate first time in byron bay experience 👙find the full travel guide here: https://www.destination195.com/destinations/things-to-do-in-byron-bay

as a type-a travel maximalist i always curate packed itineraries to get the best bang for my buck – especially with only 2 days to spare in melbourne! hit the same cultural highlights that i did in this creative hub for the ultimate first time in melbourne experience 🎨find the full travel guide here: https://www.destination195.com/destinations/what-to-do-in-melbourne

as a type-a travel maximalist i always curate packed itineraries to get the best bang for my buck – especially with only 3 days to spare in tokyo! taste the same omakase delights that i did while immersing yourself in the traditions of historic japan for the ultimate first time in tokyo experience 🍣find the full travel guide here: destination195.com/destinations/3-days-in-tokyo

as a type-a travel maximalist i always curated packed itineraries to get the best bang for my buck – especially with only 3 days to spare in kyoto! hit the same traditional highlights that i did from the era of samurais and shoguns for the ultimate first time in kyoto experience 🎏find the full travel guide here: https://www.destination195.com/destinations/3-days-in-kyoto-itinerary

as a type-a travel maximalist i always curated packed itineraries to get the best bang for my buck – especially with only 1 day to spare in osaka! taste the same culinary delights that i did in "japan's kitchen" for the ultimate first time in osaka experience 🐙find the full travel guide here: https://www.destination195.com/destinations/1-day-in-osaka-itinerary

whether it's your first or fifth time visiting the city of love, there's always something new to discover in the 18 arrondissements comprising paris, france. use this go-to guide to discover cool girl-coded spots around the capital i've personally vetted, plus quintessential tourist attractions you can't miss 🕊️find the full paris travel guide here: destination195.com/destinations/3-days-in-paris

as a type-a travel maximalist i always curated packed itineraries to get the best bang for my buck – especially with a single day to spare in monaco when traveling over from nice, france! hit the same opulent highlights that i did in the most luxurious street circuit for the ultimate first time in monte carlo experience 🎰find the full travel guide here: destination195.com/destinations/monaco-day-trip-from-nice

as a type-a travel maximalist i always curated packed itineraries to get the best bang for my buck – especially with only 2 days to spare in nice! taste the same fine french cuisine that i did while immersing yourself in the avant-garde modern art scene for the ultimate first time in nice experience ⛱️find the full travel guide here: https://www.destination195.com/destinations/2-days-in-nice

as a type-a travel maximalist i always curated packed itineraries to get the best bang for my buck – especially with only 2 days to spare in interlaken! hit the same natural highlights that i did in this adventure capital for outdoor enthusiasts for the ultimate first time in interlaken 🏔️find the full travel guide here: https://www.destination195.com/destinations/2-days-in-interlaken

as a type-a travel maximalist i always curated packed itineraries to get the best bang for my buck – especially with only 2 days to spare in lauterbrunnen! hit the same natural highlights that i did in this alpine oasis you have to see to believe for the ultimate first time in lauterbrunnen 🥾 find the full travel guide here: destination195.com/destinations/lauterbrunnen-2-day-itinerary

if you’re spending a single day in zürich, odds are you flew into the international airport and will be venturing elsewhere in the country shortly. while it may not offer the dazzling scenery found elsewhere in switzerland, don’t let the urban nature of this destination fool you—exploring zürich is a worthwhile endeavor, even if you only have half a day to spare! find the full travel guide here: destination195.com/destinations/lauterbrunnen-2-day-itinerary

prior to moving to manhattan, i truly didn't understand how the average person could afford to live in the most expensive city in the country. it took actually arriving to uncover the truth: everyone gets creative with their finances, saving a bit here and there with freebies and discounts—this list details all the local deals i've discovered along the way 💸

a regularly updated curation of my best spots in the city, from an ex-east village girl recently relocated to the west side.given how expansive manhattan is, let alone considering the other four boroughs, i'd recommend picking one particular neighborhood to explore each day. there's fine dining, hidden gems, and drool-worthy boutiques in literally every corner — so it's a better use of your time to properly explore a few areas versus trekking around to check off a couple popular places. with that guidance in mind, these are the highlights i'd hit around lower manhattan (+ some brooklyn house venues) with one weekend in the city from south to north.

a desert dream weekend roadtrip, this artsy, eclectic cowboy town is my go-to retreat from la as an ex-california girl of 6 years. a car is absolutely required to explore the best national park in socal, plus prayers that clear skies will reward you with a spectacular sunset 🤞

live your big little lies fantasy in this outdoorsy x spa weekend roadtrip, from an ex-california girl of 6 years. a car is absolutely required, plus prayers that pch will be open throughout the whole route 🤞

as a type-a travel maximalist i curated packed itineraries to get the best bang for my buck – especially with a full 5 days to spare in copenhagen! hit the same cozy highlights that i did during a winter hygge holiday for the ultimate first time in copenhagen experience 🧜‍♀️find the full travel guide here: https://www.destination195.com/destinations/copenhagen-in-5-days

as a type-a travel maximalist i always curated packed itineraries to get the best bang for my buck – especially with only 4 days to spare in london! hit the same high-street highlights that i did in this metropolis where history and modernity intertwine for the ultimate first time in london experience 🚇 find the full travel guides here: https://www.destination195.com/destinations/3-days-in-london-itinerary + https://www.destination195.com/destinations/girls-weekend-in-london

After traveling to Fairbanks last season, these are the must-haves I packed to stay sufficiently bundled. Alaskan winters are some of the harshest, reaching lows of -40°F. Even when facing frigid temps, it's worth braving the cold for bucket list experiences only this state can offer—from soaring over Mt. Denali to driving your own dog sled and chasing the Northern Lights 🥶Find the full style guide here: https://www.destination195.com/destinations/what-to-wear-in-alaska-in-winter