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How to Have an Incredible One Day in Brussels
Even with just one day in Brussels, you’re sure to fall in love with this wildly fun city. As home to the European Parliament, Brussels…
How to Spend One Day in Luxembourg City
Those looking to spend one day in Luxembourg will likely find themselves in the lively capital of Luxembourg City, also known as the Grand Duchy…
A Complete Guide to Yosemite’s Mirror Lake Hike
If you’re looking to tackle the Mirror Lake Hike in Yosemite, you’ve come to the right place. I just returned from a Yosemite road trip…
How to Catch an Epic Tunnel View Sunrise
If you’re planning a visit to Yosemite National Park, you absolutely must catch a Tunnel View sunrise. Tunnel view Lookout is one of my favorite…
Your Ultimate Guide to Huatulco Mexico
Huatulco Mexico is a stunning beachside town located along Oaxaca’s sunny Pacific coast. Huatulco is famous for its nine bays, over 30 white sand beaches,…
The Ultimate Belgium Road Trip
This Ultimate Belgium Road Trip will take you to some of the most picturesque and historic cities in Belgium. You’ll get to sample hot, fresh…
5 Reasons Why Travel Insurance is Important
I know talking about travel insurance isn’t fun, but it’s important. In fact, it’s the first thing you should consider once you book a trip.…
9 Beautiful Huatulco Beaches You Must Visit
Congratulations on planning a visit to see the beautiful Huatulco beaches along Oaxaca’s Pacific Coast. If you’ve never been to Huatulco before, you’re in for…
The Ultimate SF to LA Road Trip
This SF to LA road trip covers one of the most beautiful stretches of highway on the planet. You’ll get to experience stunning Pacific Coast…
10 Tips for an Epic Day at Flamingo Beach Aruba
Flaminigo Beach Aruba is one of the most photographed spots in the Caribbean. If you’ve been inspired to visit due to all the fun and…
8 Fun Facts about the Capilano Suspension Bridge
These 8 Capilano Suspension Bridge facts are perfect for first time visitors to Vanouver and the city’s famous Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. The Capilano Suspension…
The Ultimate Grand Canyon Road Trip
A Grand Canyon Road Trip is the perfect way to see the top sights during your visit to Grand Canyon National Park. The Grand Canyon…
10 Things to do at Porteau Cove
If you’re planning a trip along the famous Sea to Sky Highway north of Vancouver, you absolutely must include time for a stop at Porteau…
Top 10 Squamish Attractions You Can’t Miss
If you’re lucky enough to be planning a Sea to Sky Highway road trip, be sure to include a few of these Squamish attractions in…
10 Tips for Finding Time to Travel
It goes without saying, we’re all busy people. Sometimes, that makes finding time to travel more difficult. But, fear not my friends. With a little…
100 Bucket List Ideas for Travelers
If you’re an avid traveler, chances are you have your own bucket list ideas you’d like to accomplish in your lifetime. If you don’t, this…
Monthly Newsletter July 2020
Welcome to the July 2020 monthly newsletter. I got a little bit further from home in June than I did in May, and actually visited…
Where to Find the Best Waffles in Brussels
If you’re planning a visit to Belgium, chances are you’re going to be looking for the best waffles in Brussels at some point during your…
A Perfect One Day in LA Itinerary
Planning a visit to Southern California and have just one day in LA? Having lived in LA for almost 20 years, I know where all…
A Look Inside the Secret KGB Museum in Riga
The KGB Museum Riga is unlike any of the other museums you’ve ever been to. This former KGB Headquarters turned museum, serves as a stark…
10 Interesting Facts About the Splendid Palace in Riga
The Splendid Palace in Riga is a must visit destination for film lovers from around the world. In fact, the theatre has such historical significance,…
Monthly Newsletter June 2020
Welcome to the June 2020 monthly newsletter. I finally got out of the house last month and took a road trip with the bf up…
9 Tips for Visiting The Three Brothers in Riga
The Three Brothers is one of the most popular destinations in Old Town Riga. Consisting of three houses situated side by side on a small…
The Ultimate Billings to Yellowstone Road Trip
Yellowstone National Park has been delighting visitors with its stunning scenery and impressive wildlife since 1872. Yellowstone is known for it’s herds of bison, natural…
How to Embrace a Break from Travel
Since the world is on pause right now, it’s the perfect opportunity to learn how to embrace a break from travel. Instead of feeling sad…
Why You Shouldn’t Quit Your Job to Travel
I’m here to tell you why you shouldn’t quit your job to travel the world. In fact, that’s pretty much what my whole blog is…
10 Perfectly Short Trips to Europe
If you love to travel but want to save your precious vacation time, consider taking one of these 10 Perfectly Short Trips to Europe. Each…
How to Plan the Perfect Weekend Getaway to Europe
This post is for all the part-time travelers out there, trying to squeeze in as many trips abroad as possible between limited vacation time, holidays,…
10 Beautiful Weekend Trips From Paris
Once you’ve had all the must-have Paris experiences you can handle, it’s time to branch out and explore French life outside the capital. I’ve put…
Monthly Newsletter May 2020
Welcome to the May 2020 monthly newsletter. The picture above pretty much describes my month. Me, alone, making and drinking various smoothie concoctions I put…
15 Best Photo Spots in Paris
If you’re planning a visit to the French capital, you may be wondering where you’ll find the best photo spots in Paris. To be totally…
10 Must Have Paris Experiences
If you’re planning a trip to Paris, or maybe just dreaming about one, you’ll want to include a few of these must have Paris experiences…
My 10 Best Travel Moments of All Time
I’ve been wanting to write a post about my best travel moments for quite a while, and since we can’t travel right now, I figured…
My 10 Favorite Travel Youtubers of 2020
I’ve been completely obsessed with YouTube travel channels for several years now. In fact, when I’m not working or writing for my blog, I’m spending…
How to Afford to Travel More
If you’re anything like me, you probably spend the majority of your time thinking about all the places around the world that you’d like to…
Monthly Newsletter April 2020
Welcome to the April 2020 Monthly Newletter. The picture above was taken during a surprise wind storm on the island of Maui in Hawaii. I…
50 Solo Travel Quotes to Inspire Your Next Adventure
I’ve compiled these 50 solo travel quotes to inspire those of you who dream about traveling on your own. There are so many rewards to…
Travel Fails and Embarrassing Moments
Nearly every seasoned traveler will have a slew of stories to tell about thier travel fails, mishaps, and embarrasing moments. It’s part of the experience,…
Top 14 Bucket List Cities Around the World
Get some serious travel inspiration from this list of my Top 14 Bucket List Cities Around the World. These travel bucket list destinations are some…
How to Plan an International Trip
Wondering how to plan an international trip? This post will walk you through the major steps to take when planning any international travel. For many,…
20 Things to Do When You Can’t Travel
If you’re anything like me, then you probably live to travel. But what happens when you can’t do the thing you love most? While the…
10 Zero Waste Travel Essentials
If you want to reduce your impact on the planet while still visiting far off destinations, consider incorporating these zero waste travel essentials into your…
Monthly Newsletter March 2020
Welcome to the March 2020 Monthly Newletter. Last month was filled with live music, a few happy hours with friends, and multiple visits to Disneyland…
10 Things to Do with One Day in Austin
Planning a visit to Texas and have just one day in Austin? Keep reading, this post is for you. Austin is easily one of the…
My 10 Favorite Reasons to Visit London
If you need to ask about reasons to visit London, chances are, this is going to be your first visit. Whether you plan to be…
Monthly Newsletter February 2020
Hello everybody, Welcome to the February 2020 newsletter. January 2020 was spent at home in Los Angeles. I mostly just got caught up on blog…
12 Practical Travel Tips for England
Planning a visit to the United Kingdon and looking for some practical travel tips for England? Follow these 15 tips to ensure you have an…
An Ambitious London in a Day Itinerary
Planning a visit to England and need to see London in a day? Well keep reading, this post is for you. I put together this…
16 Sensational Day Trips from Reykjavik
If you’re planning a visit to Iceland, you’ll surely be spending some time in Reykjavik. Once you’ve had atleast one day in Reykjavik to explore…
One Day in Reykjavik
Planning to visit Iceland for your next vacation or maybe just stopping on a long layover? If so, you must spend at least one day…
20 Helpful Travel Tips for Iceland
If it’s totally helpful travel tips for Iceland you’re seeking, then look no further. Iceland is a total bucket list destination and one I think…
Monthly Newsletter January 2020
Hi everybody. Well, not sure “everybody” is the right word here. Does anybody read these? I’m really looking forward to 2020. I have several trips…
7 Reasons to Visit Panama
Why visit Panama you ask? Well let me tell you what this incredible country has to offer. Panama has some of the greatest biodiversity in…
How to Avoid Crowds at Vatican City
Rome is one of the most-visited cities in Europe. In turn, Vatican City is one of the most visited destinations in Rome. So you can…
7 Fun Day Trips From Riga
If you’re planning a visit to Latvia, you absolutely must make time to explore outside the capital city and include a few day trips from…
Where to Eat in Riga
If you’re in the midst of planning a trip to Latvia you’ll soon find yourself wondering where to eat in Riga. And boy are you…
One Day in Riga Itinerary
I’m not gonna lie, I didn’t have high expectations while planning my trip to Riga last year. But I gotta tell ya, after just one…
Monthly Newsletter December 2019
Welcome back to my monthly newsletter, I guess this is starting to be a thing. November brought me back to Europe and to my first…
Your Guide to the Best Time to Visit Copenhagen
Are you trying to decide on the best time to visit Copenhagen? I think you’ll have a great time no matter when you visit, but…
The Perfect DIY Copenhagen Food Tour
Copenhagen is home to one of the hottest restaurant and food scenes in the world. So if you’re lucky enough to be planning a trip…
The Best Way to See Copenhagen in a Day
Planning a visit to Denmark and need to visit Copenhagen in a day? Keep reading, this post is for you. I put together this itinerary…
Monthly Newsletter November 2019
Welcome to the Rock a Little Travel Monthly Newsletter. This is where you’ll hear all about my latest trips, embarrassing travel moments, and more.
7 Wonderful Reasons to Experience Winter in Luxembourg
Winter in Luxembourg makes the perfect time to visit this tiny yet historic country known for its many castles and rolling hillsides. It also happens…
10 Unique Things to Do in Costa Rica in October
Want to know about things to do in Costa Rica in October? Perfect, that’s exactly what I’m here to share with you. While October is…
Top 15 Travel Tips for Colombia
Colombia was one of the most exciting and unique destinations I’ve visited in a while. I had an incredible time and learned a ton while…
What to Do in Guatemala
Guatemala was one of the most surprising destinations I’ve ever visited. When in the planning stages figuring out what to do in Guatemala, I only…
15 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Vancouver
I had the opportunity to visit Canada for the first time this past March and chose Vancouver as my first destination. My boyfriend and I…
15 Photos To Inspire You to Visit Aruba
In case you weren’t sure you wanted to visit Aruba, here are 15 photos to inspire you to book your trip right now. There are…
15 Practical Travel Tips for Aruba
I just returned from 5 incredible days on the island of Aruba. This was the first island vacation I have taken in many years, and…
Top 16 Must-Have Aruba Experiences
If you’re looking for stunning white sand beaches surrounded by pale blue waters, head to Aruba. This tiny island just off the northern coast of…
Top 10 Things to see in Vatican City
If you’re planning a visit to Rome, chances are you’d like to visit Vatican City too. As well you should. The museums are full of…
7 Reasons You Must Experience Autumn in Belgium
Autumn in Belgium makes the perfect time for a visit to this lively and fun European country famous for its beer, waffles, and fries. With…
Top 13 Reasons to Visit Paris in the Fall
Paris in the fall is wonderful and my favorite time to visit. The air is crisp and cool and the summer crowds have left. Now…
10 Perfect October Holiday Destinations
Looking for the best October holiday destinations? You’re in luck. I’ve put together this list of super fun October getaway ideas just for you.
One Day in Marrakech
Any trip to Morocco should include at least one day in Marrakech. This vibrant and bustling capital city offers a total sensory overload. From the…
Interview with Lez See the World
This month on the Rock a Little Travel Interview Series I’ll be speaking with Steph and Kaitlin from Lez See the World.
The 10 Most Beautiful Day Trips from Luxembourg
Luxembourg, officially the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, is a tiny yet beautiful country located between France, Belgium and Germany. It’s known for its many fortifications…
13 Ways to Support Women When You Travel
More women than ever are packing their bags and hitting the road. We’re looking for adventure, the opportunity to explore new cities, and the experience…
Interview with The Ninja Gypsy
We begin the Rock a Little Travel interview series by speaking with Chelsey from The Ninja Gypsy. Chelsey’s popular travel blog focuses on the importance…
Sea to Sky Highway Road Trip: Vancouver to Whistler
For those looking to experience some of British Columbia’s natural beauty outside Vancouver, a Sea to Sky Highway road trip is the perfect way to…
25 Tips for Traveling to Paris for the First Time
Planning a visit to Paris for a week, or even just a weekend? Whether you’ve been before or this is your first time, a few…
The 25 Best Travel Memes That Will Make You Laugh
If you’re a frequent traveler, I’m guessing you’re also a fan of funny travel memes. As frequent travelers, we often find ourselves in amusing and…
Best 4th of July Events in Los Angeles
Are you looking for the best 4th of July events in Los Angeles? Now that summer is in full swing, Independence Day is right around…
Top 15 Tips for Finding Cheap Flights
Airfare is typically the largest upfront expense we face when making travel plans. However, there is a lot you can do to lower the cost…
Top 9 Tips for Visiting Vatican City
Vatican City is a must-see for all first-time visitors to Rome for many reasons. First, it’s home to some of the most famous Renaissance sculptures…
10 Fun Things to do in Guatape
If you’re looking for some unique and fun things to do in Guatape, you’re in the right place. Guatapé is one of the most vibrant…
10 Fun Things to Do with One Day in Ghent
If you’re going to visit Belgium, you absolutely must make time to spend at least one day in Ghent. Like Bruges to the north, the…
Top 10 Things to Do in Vancouver in One Day
Exploring Vancouver in one day can be the perfect beginning to a longer trip through Canada, or even just a quick stop before hitting the…
Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro the Easy Way
If you’re planning the trip from Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro, and you want to go the easy way, then this post is for…
12 Hours in Paris
Have just 12 Hours in Paris but you want to see it all? Use this guide to navigate your way from the Sacre Couer to…
The Ultimate Yosemite Road Trip
Yosemite National Park is located in California along the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains. It’s famous for its massive rock formations, waterfalls, and giant Sequoias. Late…
9 Important Rideshare Tips for Women
Are you a frequent user of rideshare services like Uber or Lyft? If so, make sure you follow these 9 Important Rideshare Tips for Women…
The Ultimate Guide to One Day in Cartagena
If you’re looking for the best things to do with one day in Cartagena, this guide is for you. Cartagena is one of the most…
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Hanky Panky Mexico City – A Secret Speakeasy
Down a dark street in a quiet residential neighborhood, you’ll find one of the best-kept secrets in all of Mexico City. Well, actually you might…
9 Unique Things to Do in Old Town San Diego
Old Town is a small historic neighborhood in San Diego and one of my favorite places to visit when in town. The Old Town State…
The Ultimate Trastevere Guide
Is Trastevere worth visiting? You better believe it is. In fact, it’s my favorite neighborhood in Rome and why I wanted to create this Trastevere…
12 Affordable Off Season Travel Destinations
Looking for some affordable off-season travel destinations? Most tourists don’t consider the offseason, so take advantage of this opportunity. Not only will you save hundreds…
11 Unique Spring Break Getaways for 2020
With spring right around the corner, now is the perfect time to start planning those Spring Break Getaways. Why not make this year your best…
7 Travel Safety Tips for Travelers
Nothing builds excitement like your next vacation. For many of us, it’s what we look forward to all year long. We’re excited to see new…
