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Milan in the spring
A sunny spring day in Milan is a great time to see the beautiful cathedrals, churches, and basilicas. The number one thing to see if it is your first or your tenth time to Milan is definitely Duomo di Milano. In the same area is Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a glass-covered high-end shopping area. It is…
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Paris
Paris, the city of love or the city of light. Love it or hate it. Paris is a vibrant place packed with things to do. If you are visiting for the first time or are a frequent travler, there are ways to beat the crowds and enjoy your time no matter what your interests. Transportation…
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Geneva, Switzerland
Geneva is a magical place that sits in a basin surrounded by mountains. It will leave you in awe simply walking down the cobble stone streets. The first thing you will see when flying into the airport is the famous Geneva Water Fountain. The fountain shoots water over 469 feet in the air. Old Town Geneva…
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Fast paced Tokyo
Stepping into the airport, you are immediately confronted by Japanese culture. Not the old tradition culture, but the bright colors and lights of the pop and tech Japanese culture. Walking out of customs, you are greeted by Mario and the gang on the escalator. Walking into a new country after customs and border control and…
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Navigating Airlines
It is a tricky time to travel in this post-pandemic world. People have been at home too long and are ready to travel again. Airlines have returned to pre-pandemic levels nearly across the world without the full staff from before. Check-in and security lines are longer than in recent memory for a frequent traveler. A…
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To check a bag or to carry on
To bring a checked bag or to not bring a checked bag. That is the $30 to $50 question. Should I pay that much to check a bag or fill my carryon as full and heavy as I can. There are many different options and opinions, but what is right for you on your trip.…
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Don’t miss the train
There was one train that stopped in Broken Hill, Australia and it only came a few days a week. I missed it and I was crying to the ticket agent while she was giving me options I couldn’t afford on my backpacker’s budget. I was in the middle of Australia’s outback and I guess I…
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Flight etiquette
Sometimes flying isn’t over the rainbow
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Jamaica vibes
Jamaica is a vibrant and at times overwhelming. If you find a nice spot overlooking the area, I would suggest to sit back, drink a Red Stripe, and watch the local and tourist interact. Maybe go all out and drink some local rum, why not! It may be too overwhelming to be approached by every…
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Passengers rights on a flight.
When is it ok to just leave?
Heidi goes everywhere 