Lake Lucerne Switzerland Boat
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Switzerland on a Budget // What I Spent in 10 Days in Switzerland

Disclaimer: this post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase from one of them I will recieve a small commision at no extra cost to you, which allows me to keep this blog up and running! Switzerland is universally known for chocolate, cheese, mountains, and… an expensive cost of living. ‘Switzerland on a…

Nighttime view of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, lit up against a cloudy sky with the moon glowing above.
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2 Weeks in Europe by Train: The Perfect Eurail Itinerary for First-Time Travelers

Planning 2 weeks in Europe by train is the closest thing I know to real-life magic. One minute you’re sipping coffee beneath the Eiffel Tower; a few tracks later, you’re gliding past Swiss peaks or wandering cobblestone lanes in Prague—all without wrangling airport security or 8-hour bus rides. If that sounds like your dream Eurail…

Sign for Doud’s Market, America’s oldest family-owned grocery store, hanging outside the storefront on Mackinac Island.
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How to Visit Mackinac Island on a Budget: 7 Smart Tips to Save Money

If Mackinac Island is famous for anything, it’s horse-drawn carriages, historic charm… and sky-high prices. As a budget traveler, I put off visiting for years, assuming it would be way out of reach. But last summer, I finally made it happen—and guess what? Visiting Mackinac Island on a budget is totally doable with the right…