Here's what To See In Genoa Italy During Spring. As spring blooms in Italy, Genoa emerges as more than just a transit hub for those heading to the Ligurian coast's towns. For me, the city of Genoa was selected on a whim, driven solely by my desire to indulge in Italian cuisine for a few … Continue reading What To See In Genoa Italy During Spring
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10 Cinque Terre & Genoa Things Travelers Need To Know
Everyone’s Talking About Cinque Terre and Genoa. And after visiting for myself, I can certainly see what the hype is all about. We stumbled on this gem while looking for destinations for a short weekend trip in Italy. My criteria was simple, I wanted a city where I could spend a couple days eating and … Continue reading 10 Cinque Terre & Genoa Things Travelers Need To Know
Assisi Bound: Rail Journey From Rome
In planning my dad's first European trip, his input was essential. Like many, he imagined European destinations as just a hop away from each other compared to the vastness of the United States. The reality is, you can't cover it all. Italy alone is vast, with endless cities to explore. When my dad suggested Assisi, … Continue reading Assisi Bound: Rail Journey From Rome
Sabor De Montreal: Latina Travel Guide
Embarking on my adventures through 43 countries, Montreal, with its European flair, remained a tantalizing mystery until my friend Elise who I met while traveling in Montenegro intervened. In "Sabor De Montreal: Latina Travel Guide," I blend personal anecdotes as a Montreal tourist with Elise's local insights to present an insider's perspective on this captivating … Continue reading Sabor De Montreal: Latina Travel Guide
Latina’s Napoli Tour With Papi
Naples, an age-old gem of Europe, tends to evoke strong feelings - you either adore it or remain indifferent. My father and I embarked on our 'Latina's Napoli Tour With Papi' without preconceptions, eager to form our own opinions on this debated destination. To our delight, we found ourselves firmly in the camp of Naples … Continue reading Latina’s Napoli Tour With Papi
Traveling With A Smile – Latina Travel Stories
Journaling in Montenegro Aside from traveling with a smile on my face, I have been journaling during this trip and from time to time I have been so moved to write my thoughts quickly. I feel that only at that moment may I truly grasp what I'm thinking, feeling etc. This usually results in people … Continue reading Traveling With A Smile – Latina Travel Stories
Pata De Chucho – My Latina Traveler Nickname
G-ma Girl Takes Mundo Many of you know me as Girl Takes Mundo, but did you know I have a Latin nickname that screams traveler in the Latin language; “Pata de Chucho”. In its literal sense, it means “dog leg”. In Guatemala, it’s a person, similar to a stray dog who roams free in the … Continue reading Pata De Chucho – My Latina Traveler Nickname
Eat, Pray, Love – My Travel Luv Story
Girl Takes Mundo in Manchester Have you ever seen someone kick and scream as they fell in love? Hi, let me introduce myself, my name is Chris, also known as “Girl Takes Mundo”. I'm the girl whose intention for traveling was NOT to end up on some Eat, Pray, Love journey. And here I am, … Continue reading Eat, Pray, Love – My Travel Luv Story
Solo Traveling Love Lessons
Friends My Latina solo traveling love lessons took a short pause as I made my return to the states. All in the name of "love". Let's be clear, not love for me but for some of my dearest friends, Christine and Alex. They married their respective loves. In hindsight, I must love Christine as I … Continue reading Solo Traveling Love Lessons
42+ Hour Birthday Trip Idea
Celebrating my longest birthday day - 42 hours If a Girl Takes Mundo 1.5 year solo sabbatical adventure wasn't enough, I decided to celebrate my longest birthday ever (up until this point). I know what you are thinking, if a day is only 24 hours then a birthday may only be 24 hours." I'm here … Continue reading 42+ Hour Birthday Trip Idea