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Exploring Keswick, England

Keswick is one of those little towns that comes as a complete surprise to someone visiting for the first time. While small in size, it is teeming with great restaurants and shops, happy people walking everywhere with their dogs, and Victorian-era buildings in every direction.

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Nichole Hinton Nichole Hinton

Exploring York, england

It says that York is one of the most haunted towns in the world and while that may be true, we found it to also be one of the most charming places with things to discover at every turn. The centuries-old timber houses with uneven floors, the cobblestone streets, and the history all make it worth the visit for a few days.

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Nichole Hinton Nichole Hinton

Exploring Ballater/Braemar, Scotland

Ballater and Braemar are known for frequent royal visits, great shops and restaurants, and a bit more of a sophisticated, yet outdoorsy kind of feel. One minute, you could be walking down the streets of Ballater, only to run smack into an outdoor adventure fair; and the next minute, you could be in Braemar, dining in the Fife Arms just two days after the Queen. Yes, this happened to us.

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Exploring Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam is one incredible, clean, safe, and amazing city! We explored alleyways, took in the canals, smelled the colorful flowers, experienced art, and dined on incredibly fresh food. If you’ve never been there, move this to the top of your list and steal our itinerary!

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Exploring Aberlour & Elgin, Scotland

The home of cashmere, whisky, and a hauntingly beautiful cathedral in ruins. Elgin and Aberlour are filled with so much charm and things to do that our 24 hours there was not nearly enough.

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Nichole Hinton Nichole Hinton

Exploring Applecross Peninsula, Scotland

The Applecross/Shieldaig area of Scotland is peaceful. The mountains plunge into the crystal clear lochs, the wildlife is everywhere you look, the incredibly fresh air makes you want to bottle it, and the stillness that brings your mind to a much-needed ease are all what makes this part of Scotland so spectacular.

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Exploring Isle of Skye

As you drive through Skye, you want to compare it to other places you've been, but you just can’t, because it's unlike any place you've ever been. Whether it's the endless amount of waterfalls, perfectly rocky mountains, plunging into the green valleys; or all of the wildlife around you, it's just heaven.

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Exploring Oban, Scotland

Oban is a small, very busy, well-preserved Victorian town that was founded on whisky but thrives on tourism. At first glance, it may feel run down and not worth a look. However, once you walk along the bay and really see the architecture, you will find yourself intrigued by what stories these buildings hold.

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Exploring Isle of Islay, Scotland

The Isle of Islay is known for its many whisky distilleries, its windy days, its sheep and cattle farms (including its woolen mill), as well as its long history. But, when you experience it for yourself, it's so much more than that. Take a peek inside and plan your own trip!

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Nichole Hinton Nichole Hinton

Exploring SOHO, London, England

You could go to London 10 times and never see it all. The city is constantly growing, revitalizing, and adding new and exciting things around every corner. Check out all of the hot spots in SOHO!

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Exploring St. James, London, England

You could go to London 10 times and never see it all. The city is constantly growing, revitalizing, and adding new and exciting things around every corner. Check out all of the hot spots in St. James!

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Exploring Mayfair, London, England

You could go to London 10 times and never see it all. The city is constantly growing, revitalizing, and adding new and exciting things around every corner. Check out all of the hot touristy spots, plus the little hidden gems almost long forgotten in Mayfair!

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Exploring Kensington, London, England

You could go to London 10 times and never see it all. The city is constantly growing, revitalizing, and adding new and exciting things around every corner. Check out all of the hot touristy spots, plus the little hidden gems almost long forgotten in Kensington

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Exploring Westminster, London, England

You could go to London 10 times and never see it all. The city is constantly growing, revitalizing, and adding new and exciting things around every corner. Check out all of the hot touristy spots, plus the little hidden gems almost long forgotten in Westminster!

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Exploring Outskirts of London

You could go to London 10 times and never see it all. The city is constantly growing, revitalizing, and adding new and exciting things around every corner. Check out all of the hot touristy spots, plus the little hidden gems almost long forgotten in lesser known sections of London!

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Exploring Covent Garden, LondoN

You could go to London 10 times and never see it all. The city is constantly growing, revitalizing, and adding new and exciting things around every corner. Check out all of the hot touristy spots, plus the little hidden gems almost long forgotten in Covent Garden!

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Exploring City of London, England

You could go to London 10 times and never see it all. The city is constantly growing, revitalizing, and adding new and exciting things around every corner. Check out all of the hot touristy spots, plus the little hidden gems almost long forgotten in the City of London!

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Cruise Edition: Istanbul, Turkey

I went to Europe and Asia in the same day, saw an actual Bris room, partied all night, and decided I could check Istanbul off my list.

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Nichole Hinton Nichole Hinton

Exploring London, England

You could go to London 10 times and never see it all. The city is constantly growing, revitalizing, and adding new and exciting things around every corner. Check out all of the hot touristy spots, plus the little hidden gems almost long forgotten!

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Nichole Hinton Nichole Hinton

Exploring Venice, Italy

Imagine stepping off the train or plane and heading to your hotel on a water taxi, then dropping your luggage off to head to St. Mark’s Square and sip on coffee at Florian Cafe. These are just some of the iconic things to do in Venice!

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