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Morocco Travel Guide – Essential Tips and Things You Need to Know

January 19, 2020January 20, 2020by shortgirlontour2 Comments

I just got back from Morocco and it was one of the most unique countries I have ever visited. From the high Atlas Mountain to the Sahara desert, from lush green hills and valleys that reminded me of Tuscany to ancient souks that are still shrouded in the mists of time, Morocco truly is a feast for your senses. This Morocco travel guide covers all you need to know about visiting Morocco and how to make the most of your trip.

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Things to do in Montego Bay, Jamaica

December 14, 2019December 14, 2019by shortgirlontourLeave a Comment

Are you stay at a resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica and wondering what to? I booked a stay at an all-inclusive resort in Montego Bay Jamaica on a whim and had a very similar question. All inclusive resorts are great for so many reasons but it’s hard to really experience a place if you never leave the resort. Here are some of the things to do in and around Montego Bay, Jamaica that would still give you a taste of Jamaica.

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Travel Planning, Travel Tips

How to Plan a Trip – Helpful Tips

December 7, 2019December 7, 2019by shortgirlontour

Where to go? when to go? where to stay? what to do? These some of the most common questions that need to be answered when planning travel. Being a massive planner and with 29 countries and counting, I’ve had my fair share of planning trips and my fair share of ‘I wish I had known that’. This post covers how to plan a trip and some of my tips and tricks for an smooth and amazing trip.

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Destinations, Europe, Spain

Christmas in Spain – Festivities in Spanish Cities

November 30, 2019December 8, 2019by shortgirlontour5 Comments

Christmas in America is pretty much over the minute the clock strikes 12 AM on the 26th of December. Spain, however celebrates Christmas or Navidad all the way until the 6th of January. This day marks the feast of epiphany or the feast of the three kings in the Catholic calendar and usually signals the end of Christmas.

I got to spend Christmas in Spain last year and really enjoyed the extended celebrations. Here are some of the cities I visited in Spain during Christmas and the festivities in each city.

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Travel Must Knows, Travel Tips

Travel Tips – Must Know Tips for All Destinations

November 23, 2019December 15, 2019by shortgirlontour7 Comments

Whether you like to travel solo or with a group, these are some travel tips I have learned through my travels that will be useful for any destination or season.

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Destinations, Europe, Giethoorn, Netherlands, Uncategorized

Day Trip to Giethoorn from Amsterdam

November 16, 2019December 9, 2019by shortgirlontourLeave a Comment

Nicknamed the Venice of the Netherlands and the Venice of the North (one of many!), Giethoorn is a little, car free village with thatched roofed houses and idyllic canals in the Northeastern part of the Netherlands. This dreamy little picture perfect village of Giethoorn makes for a great day trip from Amsterdam.

This post covers all you need to know about doing a day trip to Giethoorn from Amsterdam.

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Solo Travel Tips, Travel Tips

Tips for Solo Travel – A Solo Travel Guide

November 9, 2019December 9, 2019by shortgirlontour5 Comments

Solo travel can be absolutely thrilling and life altering and is fast becoming a popular way to travel. I first started solo traveling about two and a half years ago mainly because I was in between grad school and a job and had lots of time to travel whereas none of my friends could. I knew it was then or never and took the plunge to solo travel and have never looked back since! This solo travel guide will cover tips for solo travel that I have gathered from my experiences.

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Austria, Destinations, Europe, Hallstatt

One Day in Hallstatt – A Complete Travel Guide

November 2, 2019December 10, 2019by shortgirlontour2 Comments

Hallstatt originated as a salt mining town, and is one of Europe’s oldest salt mining places, dating back to prehistoric times. The name Hallstatt literally means the place of salt and was a prominent town in its hay day, due to the importance of salt as a commodity. Today, this fairytale town is busy with tourists from all over the world who come to pay their homage to its beauty and ancient charm.

Here is all you need to know about visiting and spending one day in Hallstatt.

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Packing Tips, Travel Tips

Travel Packing Essentials and Tips

October 27, 2019January 19, 2020by shortgirlontour7 Comments

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I am pretty much a last minute packer and enjoy the rush of it. However, regardless of the destination or the season, there are certain things that I never travel without. In fact, I don’t even take most of these things out of my suitcase after a trip so that I never forget to pack them for my next one. Here are some of my travel packing essentials and tips.

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Asia, bali, Destinations, Indonesia

Bali Travel Guide – All You Need to Know

October 19, 2019December 8, 2019by shortgirlontour2 Comments

I recently got back from an amazing trip to Bali! (the kind you don’t want to come back from or come back home and immediately look for ways to get back). Since several people asked me for more information about my trip, I’m writing this Bali travel guide as an introduction to Bali travel. Last week, I posted my 7 day Bali itinerary and this Bali travel guide, coupled with the itinerary should hopefully help you plan the perfect trip to Bali.

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