You’ve decided to rent a car in the land of fire and ice, here is what you should know about driving in Iceland. This post will detail the basics of driving in Iceland. I will cover what type of vehicle to rent, the rules of the road in Iceland, how to plan your route, gas…
Category: Europe
Our Europe category includes all of our favorite European destinations and our travel tips to make your trip unforgettable.
How to Spend 24 Hours in Madrid
I am excited today because I am sharing with you how to spend 24 hours in Madrid! I have been lucky enough to visit Madrid on several separate occasions while traveling to other parts of Spain. Since Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport serves as a large international airport, when flying from the US, many flights go…
The Best of Venice, Italy
Our series “The Best of…” continues with The Best of Venice, Italy! We created this series to share our complete guides to our favorite cities. 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…
How to Pack for a Yoga Retreat
Not sure how to pack for a yoga retreat? From our experience, we will walk you through what to take and what to leave behind! Our Experience In November 2021 we traveled to Spain alongside our mom for a girl’s trip. We spent a week laughing, eating tapas, sightseeing, hiking, practicing yoga, and kayaking. With…
The Best of San Sebastián, Spain
Our “Best Of” series kicks off with The Best of San Sebastián, Spain! For as much as I love Southern Spain, I couldn’t wait to share with you the best of San Sebastián, Spain! While this northern Spanish city may be a bit colder than Andalusia, it has all of the makings of an amazing…
How to Plan the Perfect Parisian Picnic
Ah those dreamy pictures of the perfect Parisian picnic, wondering how to plan the perfect Parisian picnic? Well, I can’t tell you how excited I was when we booked our first trip to Paris because I could not wait to shop at the markets and put together a lovely picnic. Since then, I’ve been back…
The Best Food in Paris
Updated: December 2023 Want to know where I have consumed the best food in Paris over the years? Look no further because today I am going to outline some of my favorite Parisian picks! Paris is said to have over 40,000 options for places, there is sure to be something for everyone. The Best Food…
Welcome to Astonished Abroad
Yay! We have officially launched our travel blog, Astonished Abroad! We are Andrea and Courtney, two sisters dedicated to bringing you the very best travel tips with a focus on health and wellness. Be sure to check out our About Us page to learn more about who we are. Thanks for visiting! Andrea & Courtney