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Canadian Based Subscription Boxes You Need to Try

Posted by By Krista 31 July 2022
These Canadian subscription boxes help to support local businesses and are packed with unique goodies to take on your travels.
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The Best Travel Subscription Boxes for Adults

Posted by By Krista 29 April 2022
I've put together a list of my favourite travel subscription boxes that are perfect for all types of travellers.
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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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Corvin Castle is the largest medieval building in Corvin Castle is the largest medieval building in Romania, and it’s also considered to be one of the most beautiful castles in the world 🏰 It’s located in southwestern Transylvania and it’s said that Vlad the Impaler was held prisoner here for several years. This story was the source of inspiration for Dracula’s castle by Bram Stoker 🧛🏻 Have you been to this incredible castle in Romania before? 🇷🇴 • • • • • • • • • • #romania #romaniacastle #corvincastle #castlesofromania #castles #medievalcastle #kristatheexplorer #historyblogger #travel #transylvania #vladtheimpaler #travelblogger #traveltips #historicplaces #medievalarchitecture #romaniatravel #romaniawow #romaniamagica
Did you know you can stay in the very centre of Ti Did you know you can stay in the very centre of Timisoara’s old town in a converted historic building? 😮 @visaj_timisoara Deluxe Downtown is located around the corner from Union Square, and it boasts a beautiful selection of suites that have all kept much of their original features, with a few modern furnishings added 🛌 Our suite had an elevated bed and a very spacious living area and kitchen which made it ideal for spending a couple of nights in the city 💪🏼 Would you stay in an apartment like this? 🇷🇴 • • • • • • • • • • #timisoara #visittimisoara #timisoaratravel #timișoara #timişoara #travelblogger #kristatheexplorer #romania #romaniatravel #visitromania #historicplaces #luxuryapartments #romaniawow #timisoaramagica #travel #traveltips
One of the main highlights of Timisoara is Piața One of the main highlights of Timisoara is Piața Unirii located in the centre of the old town 🤩 It has a lot of interesting historic buildings to look at, but the most popular is Brück House which has had a pharmacy based inside of it since it was built 👩🏼‍⚕️ Do you recognize this row of buildings in Timisoara? 🇷🇴 • • • • • • • • • • #timisoara #timișoara #visittimisoara #timisoaracity #visitromania #romaniatrip #romaniatravel #romaniatourism #kristatheexplorer #travel #travelblogger #traveltips #travelmore #hiddengems #europeancapitalofculture #romaniawow #timisoararomania
If you’re planning on visiting Romania in the wi If you’re planning on visiting Romania in the winter, make sure you bring warm clothing! 🥶 During our trip to Timisoara at the end of October, I had the chance to try out my new Ambition I Winter Barefoot Boots from @saguaroshoes_official 🥾 They’re incredibly warm and cozy, with a soft suede exterior and a fleece lining. The boots were great for walking along the cobbled streets of the old town 🚶🏼‍♀️ Do you have a go-to pair of winter boots when you travel? 🇷🇴
Is Timisoara, Romania worth visiting? 🤔 The ci Is Timisoara, Romania worth visiting? 🤔 The city was named the European Capital of Culture in 2023, and it boasts a lot of unique attractions. Timisoara was also the location of the beginning of the 1989 Revolution in Romania, and it was the first free city of the communist regime in the country too 💪🏼 While walking around the old town you’ll find numerous museums, historic buildings, and locally run shops and restaurants, so you can easily spend a couple of days exploring Timisoara and not get bored 🚶🏼‍♀️ Wondering where to eat and drink in Timisoara? @neataomelettebistro @casabunicii.timisoara @ovridecoffee @pastakio_tm @wisetm.restaurant Much of the old town has cobbled streets too, so make sure you bring a good pair of walking shoes. Mine are from @saguaroshoes_official and have a warm lining inside which is great for the colder weather 🥾 Have you travelled to Timisoara yet? 🇷🇴 • • • • • • • • • • #timisoara #timisoararomania🇷🇴 #romania #romaniatravel #kristatheexplorer #travel #travelblogger #timişoara #visittimisoara #timisoaracity #visitromania #romaniamagica #historicplaces #timisoarafood #timisoararestaurants #timisoaratourism #historyblogger #europetravel
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