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The Best Things to Do in Helsinki in September

Posted by By Krista 25 September 2019
Thinking of visiting Helsinki? There are lots of great things to do here, and the food scene is incredible too.
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St Basil's Cathedral one of the main reasons to visit Moscow.

21 Amazing Reasons to Visit Moscow This Year

Posted by By Krista 19 August 2019
There are so many reasons why you should visit Moscow but here are my top ones to help you plan your trip.
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Blue and gold palace in Russian countryside.

How to Spend a Fantastic 72 Hours in St Petersburg

Posted by By Krista 1 August 2019
Is 72 hours really enough to explore the Russian gem of St Petersburg? It's challenging but you can definitely make it work.
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View of Tallinn old town at sunset.

Best Things to Do in Tallinn in the Summertime

Posted by By Krista 26 July 2019
Tallinn is the perfect medieval city to visit if you're on a budget and love walking through history.
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View of a bridge across a gorge in Ronda.

Andalusia Road Trip: The Best Destinations to Drive To

Posted by By Krista 14 July 2019
Taking a road trip in Andalusia is the best way to see all of the amazing destinations this southern province of Spain has to offer.
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Want to know one of the best ways to save money in Want to know one of the best ways to save money in Niagara Falls? 🤑 The Niagara Parks Adventure Pass Plus gives you access to most of the main attractions in Niagara Falls, all for $109 🎟️ The pass can be used over as many days as you like, and it includes free parking, a three-day bus pass, and access to the Falls Incline Railway 🛤️ On top of this, Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara Takes Flight, the White Water Walk, and the Whirlpool Aero Car (plus other attractions) are included in this pass too 😎 Have you visited Niagara Falls before? 🇨🇦 • • • • • • • • • • #niagarafalls #niagaraparks #niagara #niagarafallscanada #ontario #canadatrip #canadatravel #ontarioforyou #ontariotravel #niagarafallsontario #kristatheexplorer #traveltips #travelblogger #girlslovetravel #budgettravel
I’m still clinging onto autumn 🤣🍂🍁 One of the pre I’m still clinging onto autumn 🤣🍂🍁 One of the prettiest towns in Ontario to visit is Elora, which is just under a 2 hour drive from Toronto, or an hour from Stratford 🚗 From quaint shops to incredible restaurants (like @thebadleyelora) and hidden gems, there’s a lot you can do during a day trip to Elora 🤩 Have you heard of this town before? 🇨🇦 • • • • • • • • • • #elora #ontario #elorafergus #visitelora #eloraontario #exploreontario #ontariotravel #kristatheexplorer #traveltips #travelblogger #canada #canadatravel #ontariohiddengems #smalltowns
It’s time for another quick stop in Elora - one of It’s time for another quick stop in Elora - one of Ontario’s prettiest towns 😍 Of course we had to stop at @thebadleyelora for lunch, which has just undergone a complete renovation 👀 The #1 rated restaurant in Elora and Fergus is now a very cool retro diner, complete with a brand new menu and a great selection of milkshakes to pair with your meal 🥤 To kick things off, I’d recommend trying: Pickle Poppers Hot Cauli’ Bites The Big Dipper And for your main, why not give one of these a try? ⬇️ Retro Reuben Broadway Strip Grilled Cheese Make sure you order one of their milkshakes (or two) to make your dining experience in Elora even more memorable 😮‍💨 Would you dine at this restaurant in Elora, Ontario? 🇨🇦 • • • • • • • • • • #elora #thebadleyelora #elorafergus #visitelora #eloraontario #exploreontario #kristatheexplorer #travelblogger #foodblogger #canada #ontariotravel #elorafoodies #retrodiner
What’s a trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake without stopp What’s a trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake without stopping at a winery? 🇨🇦 As well as walking around the streets of NOTL old town (which are stunning), I’d also recommend visiting at least one winery 😎 @lakeviewwineco produces some of the best ice wine in the region. You can either order a flight to sample different varieties or you can upgrade to a tasting session with a local snack board 🍷 @shinyapplecider is a personal favourite of mine, where you can either do wine or cider tastings in a colourful setting 🍎 If you’re looking for somewhere to stay in NOTL, @thescotsmanhotelniagara is a great choice 🛌 And for food, places like @11thpostonqueen @treadwellresto @craigscookies @fritters_on_the_lake should be on your list 🫶🏼 What do you think of Niagara-on-the-Lake? 😮‍💨 • • • • • • • • • • #niagara #notl #niagaraonthelake #visitniagara #kristatheexplorer #travelblogger #traveltips #niagarafallsontario #ontario #visitcanada #exploreontario #niagarawine
If you’re planning a trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake, If you’re planning a trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake, you have to dine at @11thpostonqueen 🫶🏼 Their menu is based around seasonal, high-quality, and locally sourced ingredients that are transformed into everyday classics 🍴 The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it the perfect place to eat in Niagara-on-the-Lake at any time of the year 🤩 Here’s what we ordered ⬇️ Harvest Soup Crab Cakes Roasted Chicken Maui Tuna Flourless Chocolate Brownie Since @11thpostonqueen is an extension of the @twosisters_vineyards you’ll also find a fantastic selection of wines to pair with each course 🍷 What do you think of this stunning restaurant in Niagara-on-the-Lake? 🇨🇦 • • • • • • • • • • #twosistersvineyards #notl #niagara #niagaraonthelake #niagararegion #visitniagara #niagarafood #niagarafoodie #kristatheexplorer #11thpostonqueen #traveltips #foodblogger #travelblogger #canadatravel #ontario #ontariofood
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