Travel, Health, & Wellness
Our Europe category includes all of our favorite European destinations and our travel tips to make your trip unforgettable.
Last year while visiting the UK, I spent a quick 48 hours in Edinburgh. When I had the chance to return recently, I was fortunate enough to explore the Scottish Highlands. This was something I had wanted to do for some time and I was so happy that I made time. I was able to…
After hearing the question “Why are you going back to Paris?” multiple times over the years, I am here today to share why I’ll never get tired of Paris! Just the name, Paris evokes a series of emotions in me. This city has charmed millions of people for hundreds of years. Paris has tons of…
Step into the anticipation of a new year with Discovering Paradise: Your Ultimate 2024 Destination Guide. As 2023 comes to a close, we are setting our sights on our 2024 travel plans. Embark on a journey with me as I recap my favorite destinations from 2023. In this post, I will provide my top destination…
Disclosure: Some of the links within this post are affiliate links. This means, at no additional cost to you, we may receive a commission if you make a purchase. For more information, click here. I finally made it to London! Despite having experienced numerous layovers at London Heathrow throughout the years, I’ve now successfully ventured beyond the…
updated July 13, 2024 I spent a mere two nights in Edinburgh as an introduction to Scotland. Since I’d be in London, it was a fantastic opportunity to explore their northern neighbor. In this post, I will take you through the logistics of how to reach this city and where to stay and finish up with…
Disclosure: Some of the links within this post are affiliate links. This means, at no additional cost to you, we may receive a commission if you make a purchase. For more information, click here. Let’s discuss how to enjoy tapas in Granada, shall we!? Recently someone asked me if I could live anywhere in the world where…
I am excited today to share my ideas on how to stay active in Iceland! Here at Astonished Abroad, we aim to stay as healthy and active on vacation as possible. Staying active while traveling can be done but it does take some planning! I’ve broken this post up into activities and added some specific…
You’ve filled your belly with delicious Icelandic treats, now it is time for the ultimate Reykjavik bar crawl! In this post, I am going to share my favorite Iceland-inspired cocktails and spirits and where to enjoy them. One beautiful thing about travel is how it can inspire your life at home as well. As Spring…
One of my favorite topics is food and drink and today we are exploring the cuisine of Iceland! There are plenty of amazing options for cuisine in Iceland and I wanted to share some of the highlights from our recent trip. Disclaimer, this post may entice your tastebuds so be warned! 🙂 Disclosure: Some of the…
Iceland, the land of fire and ice is a spectacular destination to explore. We’ll explore some top natural wonders within driving distance of the capital of Iceland – Reykjavik. Waterfalls Iceland is a rocky mountainous country that experiences a lot of rain and snow, which means there is an abundance of waterfalls. Would you believe…