collaboration, Czech Republic, hostel/hotel review, travel

An Escape to a Czech Countryside Hotel

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Sometimes the worst travel fails make for the best stories afterwards. When the end of your travel fails includes a stay at a luxury Czech countryside hotel, it’s not really so bad in the end. Let me back up.

So back in June, Alex (blogger friend from East Coast Contessa) and I spent a night out in the Czech village of Karlstejn. An escape from the bustle of Prague was just the thing we needed. However the journey out there was filled with a few hilarious bumps along the way. After a train that went back to the Prague train station and bad Google Maps directions, we finally ended up at the romantic Hotel Mlyn Karlstejn. Yes, I went to a romantic hotel with my blogger bestie.

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Poland, travel

A Historic Polish Salt Mine and How We Explored it

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Several months ago, I found myself about 327 meters below ground clad in a red dress, Chuck Taylors (well knock offs haha) and a jacket exploring a historic Polish salt mine. Boy, I was glad I had that jacket. As you can imagine, anywhere that deep would be rather chilly, even in summer.

Our day started with an early wake up call. When visiting a place that over a million people visit every year, getting there early to beat the crowds is important. Alex from East Coast Contessa and I got an Uber out there from our rental apartment in Krakow, but you can also take public transport. In fact, we ended up taking a bus back into the city when we finished our tour.

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The Best Hostel in Helsinki City Centre

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One of my favorite things to do as a blogger is show you that travel doesn’t have to be as expensive as you probably think. When you hear about Finland or Northern Europe in general, you probably don’t associate it with the phrase budget-friendly. However when I went to Helsinki back in June, I stayed in the most affordable hostel in Helsinki city centre.

Today I’m going to tell you all about Euro Hostel Helsinki City Hub! Prices start out around 26€/night. When hotels can cost triple that, that’s really not too bad of a price. Plus only 2-3 people share a dorm room at this hostel, so if you go for the lowest price, it won’t be like some hostels where you’re sharing a room with 10-20 strangers.

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collaboration, Poland, travel

A Local Krakow Food Tour You Will Want to Go on

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It started with a beer and it ended with some cheesecake. If it were a typical food tour, I probably wouldn’t have to tell you much else. However when you take a local Krakow food tour with Urban Adventures, it’s always so much more than your typical touristy tour that hurdles you from one overpriced restaurant to another.

I’ve been on tours with Urban Adventures in London, Budapest and Prague, so I was excited to see how they did things in Krakow when I visited the city back in early June. I had a rough knowledge of Polish cuisine, but there was a lot I could learn. So Alex from East Coast Contessa and I went on the Food by Foot tour.

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collaboration, Czech Republic, hostel/hotel review, travel

A Historic Prague Hotel in the City Centre

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Sometimes a simple change of location lets you see a place from a new perspective. Last month, I stayed in the Appia Residences Prague for the first time. However it was not my first time in Prague. I had been to the city several times a few summers ago when I spent several months working in the Czech Republic. The visits were nice but short. So this time around, it was nice to enjoy the city from the comforts of a historic Prague hotel.

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Fashion

5 Reasons Why You Should Wear Sandals Instead Of Sneakers

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When it’s warm out, putting on hot sneakers isn’t always enticing. Your feet get sweaty and uncomfortable pretty quickly when hot summer temps hit for the season. You might feel like you are forced to choose sneakers over sandals sometimes, especially when you’re doing outdoor activities like hiking. 

Thanks to choices like outdoor sandals from Viakix and other similar brands, however, you are no longer forced to wear hot shoes just to keep your feet protected. Outdoor or hiking sandals offer plenty of great protection for your feet while still giving you some of the great benefits of sandals. You really can wear sandals and still enjoy all of your favorite outdoor activities.

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Tips To Help You Prepare For A Long-Haul Flight

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It’s hard to believe that it’s only been a little over 100 years since the first passenger airline service took off. What would we do without our planes to help us get to holiday destinations across the globe and for businessmen and women to make endless journeys to connect with other companies. It helps reunite families and old friends, to catch up after months or years away from each other. When it comes to flying, some journeys will be longer than others and therefore, it’s important to make sure that you’re prepared for a long-haul flight. Here are some tips to help you prepare!

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collaboration, Poland, travel

The Perfect Krakow Holiday Apartment

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If you’re looking for something in between a hostel dorm and a 5-star luxury suite, a holiday apartment might be just the thing you need! When I went to Krakow, Poland a few weeks ago with my blogger friend, we stayed in the perfect Krakow Holiday Apartment!

The apartment is rented out by the Secret Garden Hostel. However don’t let the name fool you because Secret Garden is not your typical hostel. For starters, none of their rooms are dorm-style. So for those of you who feel a bit anxious to share your space with strangers, you don’t have to worry! Their room options range from a single room all the way up to a two-bedroom apartment that could sleep up to six people. Alex from East Coast Contessa and I stayed in one of their two-bedroom apartments!

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Dress Picks

Look Like a Diva When you Dress for Brunch

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Brunch is a favorite meal of all sleepyheads. Those who like to sleep longer mostly wake up when they are late for breakfast and too early for lunch. That’s why the concept of brunch was created. Brunch-time is almost at noon; if it’s a weekend, it’s an ideal time for hanging around with your loved ones; on business days, people can have meetings during brunch time.

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