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Minimalist packing list: how to pack light for a long weekend

Posted on November 2, 2023November 2, 2023 by Giulia Dal Pont

For those of us with full-time jobs (but probably for anyone), a city-break is the best way to recharge. Travelling for a long weekend allows to discover a new place, rest and relax, and come back home with fresh energies. Our minimalist packing list for a long weekend will make your trip even more pleasant….

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Leaving the house checklist: 30 things to do before going on vacation

Posted on November 2, 2023July 17, 2024 by Giulia Dal Pont

Organizing a long trip can be stressful: planning the itinerary, packing, exchanging money (it’s easy with Wise!), delegating work… Well, preparing your home is just as important as preparing yourself, your luggage, and your plans. And it doesn’t have to be exhausting: just follow my Leaving The House Checklist and you’ll be ready to go!…

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How to use Maps.me like a pro

Posted on February 6, 2021February 7, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

When I started wondering how to use Maps.me, I wasn’t even convinced about switching from Google Maps. After all, I’m more of an urban traveller, while Maps.me is great for hiking, right? Well, luckily, my friend, experienced travel blogger, and off-the-beaten-path explorer, Megan, from Packing Up The Pieces, accepted my invitation to show to all…

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Minimalist packing mindset: 5 easy tips to pack like a minimalist

Posted on January 9, 2021March 17, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

Would you like to learn how to pack like a minimalist? If you’re looking for a magic wand that will make your suitcase light and your packing time short and easy, well, here is the next best thing: our expert tips for a minimalist packing mindset! Minimalist packing is a skill that needs to be…

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10 practical hiking tips for beginners and couch potatoes

Posted on December 5, 2020June 29, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

Welcome, beginner hiker! As couch potatoes ourselves, we want to reassure you: hiking is easy and fun, you can do it at your own pace, and it can be a cheap outdoors activity. Our hiking tips for beginners will help you prepare for easy and successful hikes: you will enjoy the peaceful nature and its…

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6 Wise travel tips to stay safe and save money

Posted on November 9, 2020March 10, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

Wise, formerly TransferWise, is an amazing tool to save money while travelling. Over the years, we have learnt some tricks to use the multi-currency Wise debit card to the best of its capabilities and to travel safely. Keep reading to learn our best tips to travel safely and save money with Wise! Request your Wise…

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How to use Wise multi-currency card: 7 real travel stories you can learn from

Posted on November 8, 2020March 11, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

After 3 years using it on every single trip, we collected quite a few stories on how to use the Wise multi-currency debit card (formerly TransferWise Borderless card)! The Wise debit card and its multi-currency account have become a fundamental element of our travels. It is so convenient to hold countless currencies in our pocket,…

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Wise for Travel: my review of the awesome multi-currency account

Posted on October 9, 2020April 13, 2021 by Giulia Dal Pont

Wise (formerly TransferWise) has improved the way we travel in a radical way. In this post, you will learn how Wise works, why the Wise debit card (formerly TransferWise Borderless card) is the best card to travel, and how to sign up and start saving money! We have been using the Wise debit card to…

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Baby travel checklist: our first family holiday

Posted on August 11, 2020August 12, 2020 by Giulia Dal Pont

We are ready for the first holiday with our baby! We developed a smart baby packing list which includes all baby travel essentials, without packing the whole house. As this is our first vacation with Alexander, I won’t hold us to our usual standards of minimalism and efficiency 🙂 it’s the perfect opportunity to learn…

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Traveling when pregnant: tips and stories by travel bloggers

Posted on April 12, 2020August 14, 2020 by Giulia Dal Pont

First of all, congratulations! Whether you are already pregnant, or you are starting to plan your family, this is an important milestone that is worth celebrating. Now, let’s get to the point: traveling when pregnant requires a whole other level of organization, spontaneity, and awareness. There is so much to learn and consider, while keeping…

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I’m Giulia, an Italian expat based in Budapest (Hungary) with my husband Darek and our son Alexander.

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Welcome to my travel blog! Here you’ll find itineraries and inspiration to help you plan exciting and interesting trips, by joining efficiency and spontaneity.

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Based in: Budapest, Hungary

2019: Rome (Italy), Oslo (Norway), Krakow and Zakopane (Poland), Rimini (Italy), Cortina (Italy), Szeged (Hungary), Japan and Australia, Rotterdam (Netherlands), Cortina (Italy)

2020: Alex is born! Cortina (Italy) in August, Tata (Hungary) in October, Cortina (Italy) in December

2021: Cortina (Italy) in April, August and December, Warsaw (Poland) in September

2022: Iceland in May, Cortina (Italy) in July

2023: Finland in February, Cortina (Italy) in April, Puglia (Italy) in May, Italy-Liechtenstein road trip (October)

2024: Zakopane (Poland) in February, Tuscany (Italy) in May…

Next dream: Istanbul, Morocco, Japan again, Greece…

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