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beyoncé fan first, human second. mainly pop culture and sometimes tennis | travel advisor & content creator my travel blog ✈️🌎: fromheretochynna.com

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Is Egypt Worth Visiting? My Honest Review (The Good, The Bad, and The Tipping) Egypt is a bucket-list destination for many, but after spending a week navigating the pyramids and the Nile, I realized that the "Instagram version" of Egypt is very different from reality. I recently shared my experience on TikTok, and since it resonated with so many of you, I wanted to break down the full details here and help you decide if Egypt worth visiting.

Is Egypt Worth Visiting? My Honest Review (The Good, The Bad, and The Tipping)

Egypt is a bucket-list destination for many, but after spending a week navigating the pyramids and the Nile, I realized that the "Instagram version" of Egypt is very different from reality. I recently shared my…

20.01.2026 16:12 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Ultimate Guide for Visiting Egypt in December (Packing, Weather, & Travel Tips) TL;DR: Traveling to Egypt in December is arguably the best time to visit, offering mild, comfortable temperatures (average high 70°F in Luxor) that make sightseeing way more pleasant! While you'll encounter some crowds due to the peak season, the comfortable weather, lower need for AC (making it more sustainable!), and holiday atmosphere make it worthwhile. You'll need layers, sunscreen, and cash for the required Visa-on-Arrival.

Ultimate Guide for Visiting Egypt in December (Packing, Weather, & Travel Tips)

TL;DR: Traveling to Egypt in December is arguably the best time to visit, offering mild, comfortable temperatures (average high 70°F in Luxor) that make sightseeing way more pleasant! While you'll encounter some crowds…

16.12.2025 00:13 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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10 Best Eco-Friendly Hotels in Costa Rica Featuring Luxury & Design If you're looking for eco-friendly hotels in Costa Rica you'll have an easy time doing so! Many hotels are certified by the governments Certification of Sustainable Tourism. Many of these hotels and resorts are designed to merge with the rainforest while using green energy and water conservation to reduce consumption. It's an immersive experience that combines sustainability and luxury, which I'm excited to share with you.

10 Best Eco-Friendly Hotels in Costa Rica Featuring Luxury & Design

If you're looking for eco-friendly hotels in Costa Rica you'll have an easy time doing so! Many hotels are certified by the governments Certification of Sustainable Tourism. Many of these hotels and resorts are designed to merge…

11.11.2025 17:38 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
10+ Best Christmas Gifts for Travelers It's almost that time of year where you're thinking of things to get those special people in your life. If you're lookin for a gift for your globetrotter friend keep reading to see what the 30 best christmas gifts for travelers would be. These are some of my favorite things I've collected over the years and have made travel super easy for me.

10+ Best Christmas Gifts for Travelers

It's almost that time of year where you're thinking of things to get those special people in your life. If you're lookin for a gift for your globetrotter friend keep reading to see what the 30 best christmas gifts for travelers would be. These are some of my…

29.10.2025 01:47 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Where to Eat in Madrid: The Best Food Lover’s Guide Recently I posted about my experience living in Madrid, and told you guys about some of my favorite activities, food, and nightlife. However now I just want to focus on where to eat in Madrid for the absolute best meals with a range of prices. Of course, Madrid is a major city so it won't include every single amazing restaurant, however if you think of something in Madrid that can't be missed please comment below!

Where to Eat in Madrid: The Best Food Lover’s Guide

Recently I posted about my experience living in Madrid, and told you guys about some of my favorite activities, food, and nightlife. However now I just want to focus on where to eat in Madrid for the absolute best meals with a range of prices. Of…

19.10.2025 01:27 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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What to Do in Madrid: 15+ Must-See Attractions and Local Secrets The Madrid I Called Home It's been over a year of travel blogging for me and shockingly it's taken a long time for me to write a blog post on what to do in Madrid. If you don't know I lived in Madrid for 6 months back in 2018 and it was probably the best experience of my life. During that time I traveled around Spain (and the rest of Europe) a lot so I'm starting a new Spain series!

What to Do in Madrid: 15+ Must-See Attractions and Local Secrets

The Madrid I Called Home It's been over a year of travel blogging for me and shockingly it's taken a long time for me to write a blog post on what to do in Madrid. If you don't know I lived in Madrid for 6 months back in 2018 and it…

11.10.2025 12:14 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
10 Must-Have Winter Travel Essentials to Stay Cozy & Stress Free Even though the summer is wrapping up, that doesn't mean traveling stops. This list of winter travel essentials will ensure that your vacations in the colder months are just as fun, safe, and cozy as the travels in the summer months. These items have made traveling super easy for me and I hope that they can make travel successful for you.

10 Must-Have Winter Travel Essentials to Stay Cozy & Stress Free

Even though the summer is wrapping up, that doesn't mean traveling stops. This list of winter travel essentials will ensure that your vacations in the colder months are just as fun, safe, and cozy as the travels in the summer months.…

07.09.2025 03:31 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Travel Journal: What I Learned From All My Trips this Summer Reflecting on all of the traveling I did this year and plans for 2026!

Travel Journal: What I Learned From All My Trips this Summer

Reflecting on all of the traveling I did this year and plans for 2026!

02.09.2025 15:40 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
The 10 Most Visited Countries of 2025 (And If You Should Travel There in 2026) With summer in the U.S. coming to a close, many people are wrapping up their travels for the year unless you're like me and have a few fall/winter trips coming up. In this post I'll detail the 10 most visited countries of 2025 and whether or not I think you should consider them for your 2026 travels (and maybe some better options!).

The 10 Most Visited Countries of 2025 (And If You Should Travel There in 2026)

With summer in the U.S. coming to a close, many people are wrapping up their travels for the year unless you're like me and have a few fall/winter trips coming up. In this post I'll detail the 10 most visited countries…

26.08.2025 00:34 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
10 Soothing US Coastal Getaways for Your Next Relaxing Escape As the summer begins to close it's time to start thinking about planning a few trips this fall! This is the perfect time to book one of these soothing US coastal getaways, since the summer crowd is gone and there will still be a bit of leftover summer sun to enjoy the outdoors. In the list below, I include a few great destinations to consider for your relaxing coastal getaway!

10 Soothing US Coastal Getaways for Your Next Relaxing Escape

As the summer begins to close it's time to start thinking about planning a few trips this fall! This is the perfect time to book one of these soothing US coastal getaways, since the summer crowd is gone and there will still be a bit of…

13.08.2025 02:58 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The Ultimate Foodie Guide: 10 Best Restaurants to Try on the Greek Islands The best part of traveling is honestly the food! In this blog post I'll go through some of the best restaurants to try on the Greek Islands (Mykonos & Santorini, Bonus: Athens) that include a range of different prices. Most of these locations are known for their incredible food, but also the fantastic sunset views. It'll be important to make sure to…

My favorite eats in #Greece !

28.07.2025 19:15 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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What You Should Know Before Traveling to Greece The Dream vs. Reality (and How to Bridge the Gap) Greece is known as the typical dream vacation from the beautiful beaches, amazing food, and gorgeous architecture. It's easy to be swept away in the romantic views. However, before traveling to Greece, there are a few things that I experienced that I wish I had known way before landing in the country.

What You Should Know Before Traveling to Greece

The Dream vs. Reality (and How to Bridge the Gap) Greece is known as the typical dream vacation from the beautiful beaches, amazing food, and gorgeous architecture. It's easy to be swept away in the romantic views. However, before traveling to…

17.07.2025 19:56 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Travel Comfortably: Packing for a Long Haul Flight If you're like me this summer you have quite a few long haul flights coming up but you absolutely hate being on a plane for hours. I've gathered some tips to consider for packing for a long haul flight that'll make the travel experience a breeze. When packing for an international long haul flight to Europe, Asia or anywhere else in the world you'll want to include items that provide comfort, entertainment, and make you not feel so icky and gross once you land.

How to make long haul flights way more comfortable!

24.06.2025 16:24 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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How to Plan a Trip to Greece: A Girls Trip Planning Guide There's plenty of travel destinations that are easy to plan out, however certain countries can be a bit more complicated and require a lot of planning and coordination, especially for hopping the Greek islands. That's why in the post I'll be documenting how to plan a trip to Greece for a girls trip. I'm heading out in a few weeks and after I get back I'll also complete a follow up post that will detail…

How to Plan a Trip to Greece: A Girls Trip Planning Guide

There's plenty of travel destinations that are easy to plan out, however certain countries can be a bit more complicated and require a lot of planning and coordination, especially for hopping the Greek islands. That's why in the post I'll…

12.06.2025 20:59 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Packing List for a Weekend Trip: Everything You Actually Need If you need a quick checklist for your next weekend destination, download and print this packing list for a weekend trip below! It's super easy to use and includes all of the main essentials like travel documents, clothing, toiletries, electronics and more. This packing list for a weekend trip also includes extra space for other items specific for your needs. All you have to do is download or print the document below and use it for your travel needs!

Packing List for a Weekend Trip: Everything You Actually Need

If you need a quick checklist for your next weekend destination, download and print this packing list for a weekend trip below! It's super easy to use and includes all of the main essentials like travel documents, clothing, toiletries,…

03.06.2025 01:33 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Maximalist Travel-Inspired Home Decor Ideas for an Eclectic Style Travel-inspired home decor ideas are something I don’t talk about often, but they’ve become one of my favorite parts of traveling. When I first started exploring the world, I’d collect shot glasses or lighters just to prove I’d been somewhere cool. Now that I have two XL Ziplock bags full of random shot glasses (and I barely even take shots!), I’ve realized I definitely don’t need them all.

Maximalist Travel-Inspired Home Decor Ideas for an Eclectic Style

Travel-inspired home decor ideas are something I don’t talk about often, but they’ve become one of my favorite parts of traveling. When I first started exploring the world, I’d collect shot glasses or lighters just to prove I’d been…

12.05.2025 20:27 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Explore Responsibly: The Best Sustainable Travel Apps in 2025 Technology allows for us to improve how we move throughout the world by providing unmatched convenient. Personally, I've started using a travel itinerary template to make life easier when it comes to planning and organizing travel, especially group trips. However, some aspects of technology can be environmentally and socially detrimental, it is important for us as individuals to make an effort to make an effort to minimize the amount of harm we have on.

Explore Responsibly: The Best Sustainable Travel Apps in 2025

Technology allows for us to improve how we move throughout the world by providing unmatched convenient. Personally, I've started using a travel itinerary template to make life easier when it comes to planning and organizing travel,…

06.05.2025 20:13 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
7 Unique Vacation Ideas for Memorial Day Weekend It's the end of April and it's time to start thinking about your Memorial Day weekend plans. However if you want to avoid dealing with the thousands of other beach goers, check out this list of unique vacation ideas for Memorial Day Weekend. These vacation spots will keep you away from the traffic, long lines, and rowdy beaches. It includes more artsy cities, hiking experiences, and some cultural immersion as well.

7 Unique Vacation Ideas for Memorial Day Weekend

It's the end of April and it's time to start thinking about your Memorial Day weekend plans. However if you want to avoid dealing with the thousands of other beach goers, check out this list of unique vacation ideas for Memorial Day Weekend. These…

30.04.2025 20:07 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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15 Fun Things to Do in Barcelona for Solo Travelers (2025 Guide) If you're interested in going to Barcelona and don't want to wait on your family and friends to join, you'll need a plan once you arrive. This 2025 guide of fun things to do in Barcelona for solo travelers will be the key to make sure you stay entertained the entire time. Barcelona is absolutely one of my most beloved cities!

15 Fun Things to Do in Barcelona for Solo Travelers (2025 Guide)

If you're interested in going to Barcelona and don't want to wait on your family and friends to join, you'll need a plan once you arrive. This 2025 guide of fun things to do in Barcelona for solo travelers will be the key to make…

17.04.2025 03:33 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Vacation Itinerary Template Google Sheets: Simplify Your Trip Planning With summer coming up it's important to be able to easily track all of the important parts of your vacation. Using my vacation itinerary template on Google Sheets will ensure that your complicated travel plans are made super simple! Download the Vacation Itinerary Template Google Sheets Here! Vacation Itinerary Template Google Sheets Why Use a Google Sheets Vacation Itinerary Template?

Vacation Itinerary Template Google Sheets: Simplify Your Trip Planning

With summer coming up it's important to be able to easily track all of the important parts of your vacation. Using my vacation itinerary template on Google Sheets will ensure that your complicated travel plans are made super…

05.04.2025 19:18 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The Ultimate Beach Vacation Packing List: 7 Essentials You Can’t Forget! This summer if you plan to hit the beach it's super important that you start planning your beach vacation packing list! This is a list of items I've bought for previous trips, or plan to buy for this summer. Please note: Some of the links below are affiliate links! Prices are subject to change by seller. Beach Vacation Packing List Ideas…

The Ultimate Beach Vacation Packing List: 7 Essentials You Can’t Forget!

This summer if you plan to hit the beach it's super important that you start planning your beach vacation packing list! This is a list of items I've bought for previous trips, or plan to buy for this summer. Please note: Some…

01.04.2025 02:18 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Greece trip booked, Egypt trip booked! 🤭 This is gonna be such a fun year

28.03.2025 18:56 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
8 Best Travel Gadgets for International Trips That Make Travel a Breeze Over the year's technology has made almost every part of our lives super convenient, which is why it's not surprising that it can make our time on vacation a breeze! This is a list of the best travel gadgets for international trips (and honestly can be used domestically as well). Some of these its I've used myself and other's come highly recommended, and I'll include video reviews I've found online.

8 Best Travel Gadgets for International Trips That Make Travel a Breeze

Over the year's technology has made almost every part of our lives super convenient, which is why it's not surprising that it can make our time on vacation a breeze! This is a list of the best travel gadgets for international…

17.03.2025 16:03 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
10 Spring Break Vacation Ideas for Your 2025 Getaway! If you’ve heard recently, Miami has been cracking down on the spring breakers coming into the city this year with early curfews and increased police presence. However, I have compiled a list of spring break vacation ideas that I think can be planned pretty last minute (especially if you’re dealing with large groups of friends).  San Pedro, Belize  I recently came back from a trip to San Pedro, Belize and I can say for a fact that this is one of the most beautiful and chill islands I’ve ever had the pleasure of visiting.

10 Spring Break Vacation Ideas for Your 2025 Getaway!

If you’ve heard recently, Miami has been cracking down on the spring breakers coming into the city this year with early curfews and increased police presence. However, I have compiled a list of spring break vacation ideas that I think can be…

06.03.2025 22:38 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Luxury Birthday Trip Ideas For Paris, A Chic Experience Are you the type of person who enjoys ringing in a new year of life abroad? Introducing a new series of luxury birthday trip ideas which will cater to those who want to go all out for themselves once a year. To begin the series we are starting in the city of love, Paris. This blog post will outline some of the best luxury birthday trip ideas for Paris, which is a city with endless activities for all sorts of people.

Luxury Birthday Trip Ideas For Paris, A Chic Experience

Are you the type of person who enjoys ringing in a new year of life abroad? Introducing a new series of luxury birthday trip ideas which will cater to those who want to go all out for themselves once a year. To begin the series we are…

20.02.2025 05:09 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Pack Like a Pro: 10 Spring & Summer Travel Must Haves Spring is coming and it's time to start thinking about a few eco-friendly travel must haves for your next trip! I’ve compiled a list of items that provide convenience while also minimizing negative impacts on the planet! Please note that the links included are affiliate links! That just means if you buy any of these products I get a small commission which helps me keep the lights on 😉

Pack Like a Pro: 10 Spring & Summer Travel Must Haves

Spring is coming and it's time to start thinking about a few eco-friendly travel must haves for your next trip! I’ve compiled a list of items that provide convenience while also minimizing negative impacts on the planet! Please note that the…

06.02.2025 04:40 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
6 Eco-Friendly Resorts for the Conscious Traveler If you’re like me, you want to do your part to reduce your carbon footprint when you travel, and this can start by staying at a eco-friendly resort or hotel. Finding an environmentally conscious place to rest your head is intimidating – especially for those without an environmental degree (don't worry I have one 😉 ).  Between the countless buzzwords, trendy topics and, yes, shameless ‘greenwashing’ in the hotel industry, it’s tough to know what hotels are 

Check out my new blog post on some of the best eco-friendly hotels!

25.01.2025 21:04 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

I actually hate On so bad omg

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Royalton CHIC Antigua Review: A Luxury All-Inclusive Resort Experience For my birthday vacation this December, I traveled to the beautiful islands of Antigua & Barbuda and stayed in the Royalton CHIC Antigua. This resort just opened in the Spring of 2024 and is nestled in the Dickenson Bay. The following review details my experience during my stay. Important note: I reserved the Diamond Club level for my stay, which will be a different experience for those with a regular reservation.

Royalton CHIC Antigua Review: A Luxury All-Inclusive Resort Experience

For my birthday vacation this December, I traveled to the beautiful islands of Antigua & Barbuda and stayed in the Royalton CHIC Antigua. This resort just opened in the Spring of 2024 and is nestled in the Dickenson Bay. The…

30.12.2024 05:38 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Please don't make fun of children for still believing in Santa. I know fully grown adults that still believe Alexander Zverev will win a Grand Slam.

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