Destinations

You’re sitting on the restaurant balcony, the view in front of you is a mix of cotton candy sunset and deep blue ocean. The lights of the coastal city twinkle around you. You sip on the full flavor of your chianti wine as the Italian music fills the air. Now that is what I call a night in Positano!The Amalfi Coast has been on my bucket list for years now! Yes, I have been once before but that ...

Everyone has a dream house.That house you picture when you need to escape to your happy place. We dream of gorgeous kitchens, stylish floors, perfect pools, and views that are to die for. But this time, the dream house wasn't a dream...It was the newest house from Lido Key Vacations!They say a picture is worth a thousand words so instead of describing this luxury tropical paradise to you, let me ...

Champagne glasses clink just as the sky explodes into color. Pinks and oranges dance across the horizon as the sun sets and the sounds of crashing waves whisper around. Now that's what I call a romantic way to start a dinner date! We recently got to try out the ultimate beach date spot and beach bistro and I just have one word for you... Romance! There is something about sitting at a table in the ...

As we soar through the sky, the cool wind hitting my face, all I hear is the humming of the Helicopter blades. The Tampa Bay skyline looks so close I feel like I could touch it. Now that's what I call a Sunday morning. So how did a blogger like me end up hanging out a helicopter with two ex-bachelor contestants above the Tampa Bay skyline? I've got two words for you, No Clue!Okay okay, that's not ...

If you have ever seen a movie, literally any movie, you have probably heard someone say they were going to go backpacking in Europe. Backpacking used to be known as that trendy thing that 20-something-year-olds did after college because that wanted to quote on quote find themselves. If you went backpacking, you were on a mission to figure out your purspose in life. Well, nowadays, backpacking is ...

If you are a beer lover then chances are you have heard of Oktoberfest. You know, that festival in Munich Germany that comes around once a year to celebrate all things beer! The festival is a mix of beer tents and a giant carnival. Inside the tents, you will find the traditional Oktoberfest atmosphere that you see in all the movies. You'll find giant masses of beer, loud music, and people singing ...

Is it just me or are road trips becoming more and more popular? I feel like everyone I know is packing up in a camper van or an RV and driving across America right now. And honestly… I could not be more jealous!! Companies like RVShare make road trips so easy. Don't get me wrong, I am all for traveling over-seas! Traveling to different countries and exploring other cultures is a beautiful ...

When I think of Summer in Austria I immediately picture some sort of scene from The Sound of Music. You know, music playing, flowers everywhere, the wind blowing, and mountains as far as the eye can see. Well actually, that's pretty accurate… Summer in Austria really is one of a kind. I don't know if is the fresh air and blue skies or the epic sunsets and cool nights. There is just something ...

Finding a good place to stay can make or break a vacation. With Croatia growing in popularity, it is no surprise that the big cities can become a bit expensive. So to get away from the crowds and to avoid breaking the bank, I would recommend staying in one of the smaller cities on the outskirts. During our trip to Pula, we actually stayed in a cute little town called Vodnjan. The city was small ...

Venice is one of those cities that is on everybody's radar. Everyone has seen those pictures of bloggers eating pizza next to a canal or sipping on a glass of wine with a giant bowl of pasta in front of them. It just has a certain allure. So for many people, when they actually get to Venice and see the hoards of tourists and the crowded allies, it can be a bit overwhelming and disappointing… ...

Why do you travel? I know this may sound like a super easy question. Like maybe you just want to get away or maybe you saw some cool-looking place on the internet and want to go see it. And although answers like those are great, I can guarantee there is some to your wanderlust that you may realize. Instead of just wanting to get away, maybe you are searching for a new experience that will excite ...

There is nothing cooler than a glacier… no pun intended! Okay but seriously, there is something about a snowy mountain landscape in the middle of the summer that is just amazing! I think it can be really easy to forget just how beautiful our world is. We get used to our surroundings and start taking them for granted. But if you take a second to just look around, you might be surprised by what ...

Let's face it, unless you have an unlimited cash flow and can book whatever flight that you want (a girl can dream), you are going to get stuck with a long layover at least once in your life. There is just no way around it. Long layovers are almost like a right of passage in my eyes, something to add to your travel stories. By the way, a long layover is not a 3-hour layover, that would be ...

There are a few things that every 20-something year old should have on his or her bucket list and Oktoberfest with Stoke Travel needs to be one of them!! (BOOK NOW)If you have never walked into a beer tent at 8 am wearing a lederhosen or a dirndl and tired to chug one of those massive Hofbrauhaus beers then you have not truly lived!!Now to be honest, I was never much of a festival person. ...

It is almost that time of the year you guys! The time when tan lines grow stronger, sunsets shine brighter, and the only hairstyle you rock are those salty beach waves! It's almost summer time! Okay so living in Florida the weather has been summer ready since about February but there is still something special about those summer months. It is like something shifts and the people all around you ...

Everyone is always looking for that new spot! The spot that hasn't been photographed to death yet. Well the butterfly wings at the very artistic Sagamore Hotel are that spot!! I accidentally stumbled upon them while I was walking down the famous beach walk and I knew I had to come back for a little fairy tale shoot!

We live in a world where everyone is constantly looking for the perfect picture spot. No shame, just the honest truth! Everyone sees these amazing pictures on social media and becomes inspired to create their own. They become driven to find a way to travel and find those spots. That's not a bad thing! If anything, it just means that finding the perfect picture spot has become a form of ...

We all make mistakes. We mess up, do something stupid, get something wrong, that's just part of life. But what is important is that we learn from our mistakes so we don't make them again. I mean, one slip up can lead to a funny story that you tell your kids one day, but the same slip up again just makes you seem like you may not be the sharpest tool in the shed. Well, the mistakes you make while ...

There are a few iconic spots that you just see all over Instagram every year! You're scrolling through your feed and you see a gorgeous infinity pool overlooking the ocean in Greece or you see an insane spa in a boutique hotel in Morocco. These spots just have a way of attracting the Instagram generation and have become some of the top travel destinations in the world. It's no surprise that the ...

There are two things I love, travel and coffee! Travel is all about finding the craziest places and most unique experiences while coffee is about finding a way to unwind and relax. So, one of the first things I do when I travel to a new city is look up unique coffee shops. I mean if I can combine an unforgettable experience with a perfect cup of coffee then my trip is officially a success! If you ...

It's me again. You know, Kim, the girl who was super determined to write at least two blogs a week and then kind of fell off the face of the planet for a little! My bad. I could lie to you all and say that I have just been too busy to write but honestly, the cold air here in Austria has made me super lazy. Even lazier than my usual couch-potato self!! But I am back and I have a TON of fun things ...

Happy Monday everyone!Let me just start by saying that I am a sun-loving girl! I may have been born in Austria and I love where I am from but being raised in Florida means that my body NEEDS the heat to survive. I have been back home in Austria for exactly one week now and I feel like I have added a layer of clothes each day, desperately trying to stay warm! This may come as a surprise to ...

So it's December and you're scrolling through Instagram and seeing one gorgeous northern light picture after another. I mean they are everywhere and they are all gorgeous! Iceland definitely is really popular during this time of the year and for good reason! But for those of you who maybe forgot to plan your winter trip, don't worry it is just as stunning during the spring or summer! Iceland is a ...

Have you ever looked at a postcard of an amazing beach or crazy mountain view and thought to yourself, wow I want to go there? Of course, you have I mean who hasn't! We are all constantly searching for those spots that will make our jaws drop and our relatives jealous of the pictures. After all, traveling is all about seeing the world around you. It is about taking the time to take in new ...

Happy Monday Everyone!So I have spent all weekend planted in front of my computer trying to plan my upcoming trip to Europe. I will be exploring the Alps for 7 weeks and could not be more pumped!!! While I was picking out places to go I realized something, I do the majority of my planning through Pinterest. I mean I will literally spend hours scrolling through pictures, just searching for crazy ...

Happy Monday Everyone!I recently decided to take a week off from life and go on a little road-trip. I had been feeling a little overwhelmed with work and decided that what I really needed was some fresh mountain air and a cabin with low cell signal. I needed to unplug. So I packed up the car with all my favorite goodies and headed North to Georgia and the Carolinas. While I was on the road I got ...

By now if you have learned anything about me it is that I have a deep love for food. Growing up, I was that person at the dinner table who was shoveling food in her mouth while asking what we were going to have for dinner tomorrow. Lucky for me, I come from an Austrian family who loves to cook just as much as I love to eat. I seriously think a huge part of being Austrian is eating. I know that ...

Let's face it, the idea of staying at a 5 star hotel and getting pampered for 24 hours appeals to pretty much anyone. But how do you know where to go? If you are looking for the perfect luxury getaway in Miami then the Intercontinental Miami is for you.

We all get a little stir crazy sometimes and that's usually when spontaneous trips get booked.This week Austin and I decided to check the City of Angels off of our bucket lists. I mean let's face it if you have ever watched any TV show or movie you have probably seen some part of Los Angeles that makes you want to pack your bags. Personally, I wanted to go to LA to eat some funky food! So we ...

If you like white sand beaches and gorgeous blue water, chances are your travels are eventually going to bring you to Siesta Key right here in Sarasota, Florida. If that's where you are heading right now then this little guide is for you.

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Okay I've got three words for you: sunshine, margarita, and ocean. Three little words that describe what I love most about cruises. Between summer 2016 and Summer 2017 I went on three cruises. Did I over do it? Not at all! For many people when they think cruises they think cruise ship buffets, organized activities, and sea sickness. For me, cruising is all about the destinations. I have always ...

Do you ever just crave snow? It's the middle of July in Austria, and you decide you want to have a snowball fight, where do you go? No you don't need to spend a ton of money or go on a vigorous trek, you just need to go to a glacier. One of the best known glaciers in Austria is the Weißsee Gletscher. This has got to be one of my favorite activities over the summer. Let me walk you through a ...

Laying by the pool, watching the palm trees sway, sipping on a cool tropical drink. You lose track of time as you explore the island in the sunshine and dance your heart out until the night is gone. Vacations like these aren't just found in movies, they are found in the Dominican Republic. About a year ago, my friends and I decided to take a little girls trip. After lots of back and forth we ...

Alright, so picture this. The warmth of the sunshine kisses your cheeks as the cool mountain air leaves you feeling refreshed. All around you nothing but blooming wildflowers and towering mountains. You spend your days cooling off in glacier lakes and racing the cows down spiraling forest roads with your mountain bike. That my friend is an Austrian summer. The amazing thing is, Austria is one of ...