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Week Long Wales Road Trip: Unveiling the Hidden Gems of the Country
The first time I went to Wales, I was six years old on a family vacation. We did a home exchange with a Welsh family, my predominant...
Elise Abroad
Jun 104 min read
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Exploring 10 Real Life Harry Potter Locations You Can Visit in the UK
Whether you're a bona fide Potterhead or a Muggle, we can all agree that the Harry Potter films showcase some of the most beautiful parts of the UK. These are some of my favorite filming locations to visit!
Elise Abroad
May 234 min read
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How to Spend 24 Hours in Athens, Greece (with time stamps!)
I had a full day to spend in Athens, Greece - and in true Elise fashion, decided to pack the day full of as many amazing things to do as possible. Whilst this is an absolutely amazing city that you could definitely spend several days in, I really think that this itinerary hits all of the absolute must-see sights in the city.
Elise Abroad
May 94 min read
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Top 10 Must-Do Activities When Visiting York, England
The Shambles One of the most easily recognizable streets in York, or in fact, in England, The Shambles once was a meat market with...
Elise Abroad
Apr 183 min read
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Hotel Review: Malmaison Oxford Prison Break
This may just be the most unique hotel I've gotten to sleep in. The Malmaison in Oxford was formerly a prison, now a luxury hotel!
Elise Abroad
Mar 252 min read
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Jacobite Steam Train at Glenfinnan Viaduct: How to See the Iconic Harry Potter filming location
A real highlight of our road trip in Scotland was seeing the Jacobite Steam Train crossing Glenfinnan Viaduct in person - something I've...
Elise Abroad
Mar 182 min read
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Hotel Review: The Queensberry Hotel in Bath, England (with pictures + links!)
Bath is easily one of my favorite English cities, and The Queensberry Hotel is a perfect home base for exploring this beautiful area.
Elise Abroad
Mar 62 min read
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Exploring Barcelona: 13 Must-See Attractions and Activities
Barcelona is packed full of things to do, places to see, and incredible food to try, but here are 13 of my favorite recommendations.
Elise Abroad
Mar 14 min read
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Hidden Gems: Uncovering the Best Springtime Staycations in the UK
These are my absolute favorite springtime staycations to go across the UK - you can't go wrong with any of these choices!
Elise Abroad
Feb 243 min read
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Bathing in Beer in Belgium: The Where, the Why, and the How!
I've always wanted to bathe in beer, so on a recent trip to Bruges in Belgium, I booked an impromptu hour in a beer tub.
Elise Abroad
Feb 153 min read
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Top 10 Must-See Attractions in Copenhagen for a Weekend Getaway
It was a random weekday when my best friend Laura gave me a call - "do you want to go to Copenhagen at the end of January?" she said....
Elise Abroad
Feb 33 min read
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Uncover the Ultimate London Bucket List: 100 Things You Must See, Try, and Do!
This ultimate bucket list will guide you through 100 things to do in London that truly capture the city's spirit.
Elise Abroad
Dec 17, 202413 min read
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15 Things to do in Oxford, England
I love Oxford, it's such a beautiful, historic city, with so many things to do and see.
Elise Abroad
Dec 5, 20245 min read
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The Ultimate Bruges Long Weekend Guide: Explore the Venice of the North
This picturesque Belgian city, often called the "Venice of the North," is a dream destination for food, culture, and history.
Elise Abroad
Dec 2, 20245 min read
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10 Tips for Exploring London on a Budget: A Guide to Affordable Adventures
London is expensive. Here are all of my top affordable things to do in the city, allowing you to make the very most of your budget...
Elise Abroad
Apr 9, 20244 min read
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Exploring Lisbon: 20 Things to Do and See
Lisbon had been on my list for so long, and it definitely didn't disappoint. I ended up going with my best friend for a long weekend...
Elise Abroad
Apr 1, 20241 min read
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1 Week Travel Guide to Washington State
Here are all of my top recommendations for a week in the Evergreen State, as told by a Seattle native.
Elise Abroad
Apr 1, 20245 min read
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Ultimate Guide to a Canadian Rockies Road Trip: One Week Itinerary and Must-See Stops in Banff and Jasper
I've dreamed of visiting Banff and Jasper for years, and this last Autumn, my sister and I finally made this a reality.
Elise Abroad
Mar 28, 20246 min read
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Best Photography Locations in Venice, Italy
Venice is an absolute dream for photographers, and for good reason! This city is so beautiful, every corner you turn is a new beautiful...
Elise Abroad
Feb 18, 20243 min read
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Things to do in Greenwich, London
Greenwich is an absolute gem, hiding in plain sight. I love this part of the city - it's easy to get to and a bit more off the beaten tracks
Elise Abroad
Jan 24, 20243 min read
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