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12 Must Do Things In Prague

February 20, 2022February 20, 2022by shortgirlontour1 Comment

If settings in Disney movies were real places on earth, I would think Prague would be where they are located! As a travel blogger, I am very careful not to use the word “magical” in my writing because I know how cliché that word now is. However, if I were to make one exception to my own self imposed rule, it would have to be on this post on Prague. From the old town to the castle a top a hill, the city of Prague is one of the most magical places I have ever been to. This post covers 12 must do things in Prague which are some of the main highlights the city has to offer.

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Europe, Granada, Spain

One Day in Granada, Spain

February 13, 2022February 13, 2022by shortgirlontourLeave a Comment

In my previous post on Sevilla, I called the southern region of Andalucía, Spain’s beating heart. Another great example of this statement is the historic city of Granada. This thriving city, sitting at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, was once the grandest city in Spain. Conquered by the Moors in 711 and reconquered by Christians in the 15th century, the remnants of Granada’s Moorish past can easily be experienced even today, at the Alhambra. This city has so much to do and see that one day in Granada may not be enough. However, if don’t have the luxury of spending more than one day in Granada, then this itinerary covers all the major sites and highlights the city has to offer along with lots of tips to make the most out of your trip.

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Austria, Europe, Vienna

Two Days in Vienna – A Full Itinerary

February 6, 2022February 6, 2022by shortgirlontourLeave a Comment

Vienna has everything I love about Europe: history, art, architecture, music and culture. I have been to Vienna twice, once in the summer and once in the winter and spent 2 days each time. There is so much to see and do in Vienna that you could easily spend many days exploring the city. However, if you don’t have that luxury, then this post goes over how to spend two days in Vienna and experience the highlights.

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Cartagena, Colombia, South America, Uncategorized

Best Photo Spots in Cartagena (Map Included)

January 23, 2022January 23, 2022by shortgirlontour2 Comments

The colorful, costal city of Cartagena in Colombia is a paradise for photographers and instagrammers! From the Historic Walled City with its brightly colored houses and colonial balconies to the neighboring Getsemani with its jaw dropping street art, there is no shortage of beautiful places to photograph. Keep reading to discover some of the best photo spots in Cartagena!

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Africa, Chefchaouen, Morocco

Photos to Inspire You to Visit Chefchaouen

January 10, 2021January 10, 2021by shortgirlontourLeave a Comment

Aptly nicknamed the Blue Pearl of Morocco, Chefchaouen is a must see place that you should add to your travel bucket list. Situated in the Northwestern region of Morocco, this blue washed city dates all the way back to the 1400s. There are many theories as to why the walls may be blue in color. Some say it was painted blue by Jewish settlers who fled from Spain during the Spanish Reconquista while some others say that it is to drive the mosquitoes away. Another famous theory is that the blue is said to symbolize the sky and heaven and serves as a reminder to lead a spiritual life. Whatever the theory might be, there is no doubt that Chefchaouen is one of the most beautiful cities in Morocco. Here are 30 pictures to inspire you to visit Chefchaouen.

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Packing Lists

Beach Packing List – What to Pack for a Beach Trip

December 26, 2020January 1, 2021by shortgirlontourLeave a Comment

Having been born and raised on an island, the beach is one of my all time favorite places to go to. Even more so now, since I don’t get to experience it as much! Here is my beach packing list.

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Packing Lists, Packing Tips, Travel Tips

Travel Packing Essentials and Tips

October 27, 2019January 1, 2021by shortgirlontour11 Comments

Travel Packing Essentials & Tips — This post may contain affiliate links for suggested items you can purchase via the Amazon Affiliate program. You are not charged any additional cost for purchasing via these links, however by utilizing them you help keep this site running!

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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Córdoba, Destinations, Europe, Spain

Top Attractions in Córdoba, Spain

September 15, 2019February 8, 2022by shortgirlontour7 Comments

While the bigger cities like Barcelona and Madrid are the face of Spain, smaller cities like Córdoba are Spain’s soul. Rich in culture and steeped in history, Córdoba was once an important Roman city and then an Moorish stronghold in the middle ages. Today, this Andalusian town in the South of Spain, with its well intact remnants of the past, attracts tourists from all over the world. This post covers top attractions in Cordoba and its best highlights.

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Destinations, Europe, Porto, Portugal

Things to See and Do in Porto

August 28, 2019February 4, 2020by shortgirlontour5 Comments

Colorful tiled facades, port wine and stunning vistas – that’s probably how I would describe Porto in a few words. Porto, the second largest city in Portugal is a coastal town in the north of the country. Although smaller than Lisbon, Porto is unique in its own way and deserves a few days on your Portugal itinerary. Here are 18 things to see and do in Porto

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Destinations, Europe, Germany, Rothenburg

One Day in Rothenburg ob der Tauber

August 24, 2019February 4, 2020by shortgirlontour4 Comments

I love small towns in Europe and Rothenburg ob der Tauber or Rothenburg as it’s more famously known is the textbook definition of “cute small town”. This post covers how to spend one day in Rothenburg.

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