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Ancient columns outside temple in Egypt.

Following the Trail of the Book of Dead in Egypt

Posted by By Krista 2 September 2024
Following the trail of the Book of the Dead is the perfect introduction to Egypt.
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View of the ruins of Masada in Israel.

5 Days in Israel: How to Make the Most of Your Trip

Posted by By Krista 14 January 2023
Here's a look at how to spend 5 fantastic days exploring Jerusalem and the Dead Sea.
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View of the Dead Sea with salt rock formations.

How to Spend 2 Days at the Dead Sea for First Time Visitors

Posted by By Krista 13 January 2023
One day isn't enough, but 2 days at the Dead Sea in Israel is the perfect amount of time for a relaxing visit.
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How to Spend the Best 3 Days in Jerusalem

Posted by By Krista 12 January 2023
Here's how you can spend 3 fantastic days in Jerusalem discovering the new and old city.
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Steps leading up to Rock of the Rock free things to do in Jerusalem.

8 Fantastic Free Things to Do in Jerusalem

Posted by By Krista 10 January 2023
It's not difficult to visit Jerusalem on a budget with so many great free things to do in the city.
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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!

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There are a lot of things to see and do in Porto! There are a lot of things to see and do in Porto! 😎

If you’re short on time and want to see a big portion of the main attractions in under 2 hours, I’d recommend joining an open-top bus tour with @citysightseeingworldwide 🎟️

The red line will take you through the old town, along the coast, past some hidden gems, and finish with a drive near the famous Ribeira District 🚌

Have you been on a bus tour in Porto before? 🇵🇹
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One of the most important aspects of planning a tr One of the most important aspects of planning a trip to Porto is figuring out where to stay 🇵🇹

During our four nights in Porto, we stayed at @moovapartments Boavista - a new apartment concept located along one of the main streets in the city (10 minutes from the old town and 20 minutes from the airport) ✈️

All of their apartments are designed to be modern and minimalist, with plenty of space throughout. They’re perfect for both short and long stays thanks to the kitchen/dining room that lets you prepare your meals as if you were at home (and you save money too) and a very large, comfortable bed 🛌

Our apartment even had a balcony overlooking the street below, as well as bathroom amentities. Guests have the option of booking a breakfast box for convenience, which I’d recommend doing if you have a busy schedule 🥐

On top of this, Moov Apartments Boavista offer private parking, a secure check-in system, a rooftop terrace next to a comfortable work space, and they have a strong focus on sustainable practices 🍃

Do you like to stay in apartments if you’re travelling for more than a couple of days? 🤔
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Who can name this city in Portugal? 🤔 That’s righ Who can name this city in Portugal? 🤔

That’s right - it’s Porto! 🤩

Stay tuned for food tips, unique spots, where to stay in Porto, and lots more travel tips over the next couple of weeks! 🇵🇹
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Walking into 2026 like 😎 Can you guess the first Walking into 2026 like 😎

Can you guess the first destination in Europe I’ll be travelling to? 🤔

Hint: It’s near Spain 😉
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Next year, skip Madrid and Barcelona and come to T Next year, skip Madrid and Barcelona and come to Toledo for Christmas! 🎄

They have an intimate Christmas market located behind the cathedral, and plenty of other stalls and decorations around the old town too 🤩

Where are you spending Christmas this year? 🇪🇸
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