While studying in Madrid, I got the opportunity to travel to seven other European countries, as well as tour Spain. I have compiled my recommendations and cautions for various destinations across these countries along with my latest travels to Greece, Italy, and the United Kingdom.
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Visiting Rome in 72 Hours
We spent our final 3 days of our Europe trip in Rome. For such a big city and historical landmark for much of Western Civilization, there probably isn’t a limit to how much time one could take to properly explore it. But, like many North American tourists trying to get most out of their European…
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Helpful Tips for Travelling in Rome
As one of the busiest cities in Europe for tourism, welcoming 7-10 million tourist per year, it is necessary to do some research before you go. All of the famous sites are brimming with tourists, so you need to plan ahead in order to skip the lines, avoid getting scammed, and overall have a successful…
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Speedrun through London: The UK Capital in 2.5 Days
We visited London at the very end of April to kick off our Europe trip. I had originally planned to visit the city after finishing my course in 2020, but due to COVID I had to travel back to Canada far soon than anticipated. Nearly four full years after I had planned, I made it…
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Amongst the Ancient and Contemporary: 3 Days in Athens
Besides being the capital of the Mediterranean country known for its islands and millennia of recorded history, Athens is also the eighth-largest urban area in the European Union. In fact, 30% of Greece’s population reside in the Athens Metropolitan Area. Even more impressive, Athens has been continuously inhabited for over 5000 years, so it is…
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Cruising the Famous Amalfi Coast: A Boat Tour of Italy’s Most Beautiful Coastline
The Amalfi Coast is a famed stretch of coastline in southern Italy that is known for stunning cliffside views, picturesque towns, lemons, and luxury travel. Being a destination that is often equated to luxury, the prices of accommodations, food, and shops is higher here than the surrounding areas. However, it is possible to travel the…
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3 Days Exploring the Stunning Views of Mykonos
The island of Mykonos is known for its nightlife, LGBTQ+ welcoming atmosphere, and beautiful sand beaches. It is also known for being an expensive island to visit. But if you’re not looking for a night out, is Mykonos the right island for you? I say yes. I spent five nights in Mykonos, spending two days…
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Delos, Birthplace of Artemis and Apollo
A tiny island off the coast of Mykonos, Delos was believed to be the birthplace of Ancient Greek deities Artemis and Apollo. Delos was first settled in the third millenium B.C.E. The once greatly significant island in Hellenic culture was later inhabited by Romans, acting as a significant port within the empire. Evidence also showed…
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Gaudí’s Barcelona: Exploring the Architect’s Monuments
Antoni Gaudí is perhaps the most globally famous Catalan and architect. His work is known internationally, popular amongst people who have little architectural knowledge. So internationally in fact, that seven of his works are considered to be a UNESCO World Heritage site under the title ¨Works of Antoni Gaudí.” His style is easily recognized by…
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Build a Barcelona Itinerary: The Best of Catalunya’s Capital
And the Festa Major de Gràcia I was lucky enough to visit Barcelona twice while I lived in Madrid. The first was with my family, and the second with CityLife Madrid. While my first trip was a little more expensive, the second was a weekend in Barcelona on a budget. Having visited the city in…
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