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Inspired Adventures for the Curious, Modern Woman Traveler

It’s 100 degrees out and I’ve gone skiing!

A couple of years ago if you asked me whether I wanted to go skiing or snowboarding, I would have straight away said no. Why? Because for one, my first winter in DC was me trying to avoid black ice as I walked to the metro, slipping numerous times, and just being way too cold […]

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48 Hours in Cesky Krumlov

Ah, Český Krumlov, the Czech Republic’s beautiful UNESCO fairy-tale town, oozes Bohemian charm at every cobbled street you turn. The city, located in the Southern Bohemian region of the Czech Republic is a treasure dating back to the 1300’s, with building facades from the Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque periods, all meticulously preserved. My first post on Cesky […]

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A Look at Vienna’s Coffee House Culture

Austrian coffee culture is one of the most diverse and layered in the world.  Served hot, cold, iced or sometimes even spiked, coffee is a beverage enjoyed all over the world, and especially so in Austria.   When we weren’t exploring the city, Vic and I spent pretty much all of our time in Viennese cafes, […]

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What to do in Vienna in 4 Days

This post is for anyone who wants to visit Vienna, Austria with insider tips from my native Viennese friend. This post will cover getting to Vienna on a budget, public transportation in Vienna, where to stay in Vienna, and what to do in Vienna in 4 days. Read this post to find out the best places to visit in […]

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In Gouda Heaven at the Reypenaer Cheese Tasting Experience

There’s a lot to see and do when visiting Amsterdam, but something you have to add to your to-do list is a cheese and wine tasting at the Reypenaer Cheese Tasting room in Amsterdam. This post is for anyone who wants to the ultimate cheese tasting experience when visiting Amsterdam. Read on to find out […]

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A luxe weekend at Amsterdam’s Hotel Okura

We wanted to end our two week sojourn in Europe on a high note, and what better way to do that than by booking a luxurious weekend stay at the Hotel Okura Amsterdam. Located in Amsterdam’s vibrant De Pijp neighborhood, the Hotel Okura is perfectly situated: it’s located away from the city center along a […]

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A Taste of Amsterdam

Back in November, we were fortunate enough to stumble upon a flyer that indicated the Amsterdam Food Festival was happening the weekend we were in town.     Vic and I chalked it down to a maybe on our to-do list, which turned out to definite yes when we realized the RAI convention center was only […]

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Where To Eat In NYC

New York City, home to over 8.2 million inhabitants, is a foodie haven. One of the many joys of living in the Big Apple is getting to experience the diverse food scene in the city and its surrounding boroughs. A photo posted by Christabel & Shaine (@twonomadsoneworld) on Mar 3, 2016 at 2:08pm PST SO, WHERE TO […]

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