Skip to content
Where travel and history meets.
  • Instagram
  • TikTok
  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
Logo of Krista the Explorer.
  • Home
  • About Me
  • Blog
    • Asia
      • China
    • Europe
      • Albania
      • Austria
      • Belgium
      • Bulgaria
      • England
      • Estonia
      • Finland
      • France
      • Germany
      • Gibraltar
      • Iceland
      • Ireland
      • Italy
      • Malta
      • Netherlands
      • Norway
      • Poland
      • Portugal
      • Romania
      • Russia
      • Scotland
      • Slovakia
      • Spain
      • Sweden
      • Switzerland
      • Wales
    • Middle East
      • Israel
    • North America
      • Canada
    • Gift Guides
    • Product Reviews
  • Get in Touch
Small stone house used as bath house.

10 Unusual Things to Do in Edinburgh’s Old Town

Posted by By Krista 21 May 2025
There are plenty of unusual things to do in Edinburgh to keep you busy for a few days.
Read More
Fountain in garden with Edinburgh in background.

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Edinburgh

Posted by By Krista 15 May 2025
If you're wondering how to spend a weekend in Edinburgh, here are a few ideas to get you started.
Read More

Welcome!

Blonde girl standing in front of castle.

Hi, my name is Krista. I love travelling to historic destinations and eating local dishes along the way. I hope you follow along with my travels!

Search

Recent Posts

  • 5 Beautiful Historic Towns in Virginia to Explore
  • How to Spend One Day in NYC: Manhattan Edition
  • How to Visit NYC on a Budget: Everything You Need to Know About Lower Manhattan
  • Top 8 Can’t-Miss Central Park Attractions in New York City
  • 10 Interesting Things to Do in the Upper West Side, NYC

Where will your next adventure take you?

krista.the.explorer
Happy Pride Month! 🌈 If you’re visiting Stoc Happy Pride Month! 🌈 If you’re visiting Stockholm at the end of July/the start of August, be prepared for a lot of fantastic events during Stockholm Pride! 🫶🏼🇸🇪 • • • • • • • • • • #stockholm #stockholmpride #pridemonth #stockholmlgbt #kristatheexplorer #travel #travelblogger #traveltips #visitstockholm #stockholm_insta #stockholmsweden
How many days should you spend in Vejer de la Fron How many days should you spend in Vejer de la Frontera? 🤔 I’d recommend at least 2 days. The village is walkable, but to really enjoy the atmosphere, views, food, and attractions, you need more than a few hours 🥹 I’d recommend staying at @califacasas who have a great selection of holiday apartments available 👍🏼 • • • • • • • • • • #vejer #vejerdelafrontera #visitspain #spaintrip #spaintravels #kristatheexplorer #travelblogger #traveltips #historyblogger #girlswhotravel #historicplaces #pueblosmágicos #pueblosblancos #cadiz #cadizfornia #viveandalucia #andalusia
Did you know that the Romans were the first to cul Did you know that the Romans were the first to cultivate vineyards in the Champagne region?! 😮‍💨 Two of the main places to visit here are Reims and Epernay, which both offer a fantastic mixture of history and champagne houses 🍾 Take this as a sign to visit the Champagne region this summer! 🇫🇷 • • • • • • • • • • #champagne #champagnelife #champagneregion #epernay #reims #kristatheexplorer #travelblogger #traveltips #visitfrance #champagnefrance #champagnemoments #francetravel
Washington, DC is a great place to visit for a cou Washington, DC is a great place to visit for a couple of days, but the big question is where should you stay? 🤔 During our short trip to the US capital, we stayed at @staygenerator which is ideally located near Embassy Row 👌🏼 This boutique hotel sits right in the centre of the city’s diplomatic life, and there’s easy public transportation access to the main attractins from here too 🙌🏼 There are both shared and private rooms available at @staygenerator Washington, DC but I’d recommend their Deluxe King room which is the most spacious and offers the best views. The decor is also pretty cool! 🛌 What do you think about this boutique hotel in Washington, DC? 🇺🇸 • • • • • • • • • • #washingtondc #kristatheexplorer #boutiquehotel #hotelreview #washingtondctrip #travelblogger
Not sure where to eat in Marbella this summer? Her Not sure where to eat in Marbella this summer? Here are 7 amazing cafes and restaurants in Marbella to get you started ⬇️ 🍷 @thefarmmarbella 🍔 @gourmetburgerroom 🫖 @la.casa.del.te 🍳 AÜA Playa 🥝 @organiccoldpressedjuicery 🍤 @tragabuches.danigarcia 🍕 @florentine_marbella Which one are you trying first?! 🇪🇸 • • • • • • • • • • #marbella #marbellafood #marbellarestaurants #marbellalifestyle #marbellaspain #spaintravel #costadelsol #malagafood #travelblogger #kristatheexplorer #traveltips #travel #foodblogger
Follow me on Instagram
Stamp with cartoon of Krista the Explorer.
© 2025 by Krista the Explorer | Logo by Graphic Designer & Illustrator Roldanjus
  • Home
  • About Me
  • Blog
  • Get in Touch
  • PRIVACY POLICY​
Scroll to Top