xx,
annie
Sunday, December 4, 2016
PACKING TIPS
I decided to make a video to help you out with some packing. There were some things that I wish I didn't pack and also other things I wish I had. Packing is one thing that you really need to think about the necessities and everything that you absolutely can't live without. It is one thing that I struggle with. I hope this helps!
xx,
annie
xx,
annie
Thursday, December 1, 2016
all the feels.
I'm sitting on my couch watching football with my dad right now, but for some reason all I can think about is Europe. Oh, how I miss it. I wish everyday that I could be there with some of the comforts of America, silly huh?
As I was looking through my pictures, I stumbled upon one from one of the very first weekends I was there.
Enjoy this cute video as I sit and wish I was living it all over again.
As I was looking through my pictures, I stumbled upon one from one of the very first weekends I was there.
Enjoy this cute video as I sit and wish I was living it all over again.
Friday, November 11, 2016
EU MONEY
Money in the EU always seems to be a little bit tricky. Maybe it is because it is different than ours and the conversion rates always confuse me. But I'm going to give you some tips that might help a little bit.
ATM's //
When you travel to Europe, it is so important to get a debit card that has little to no ATM fees. The reason I say this is because when I was there I ended up spending close to $300+ alone on ATM fees. It's so important to take out money only when you need to and the amount that you need to. Be sure to budget right so you don't have to keep going back and paying the fees.
CONVERSION //
It is also really important to figure the math out for the conversion rates in each country. Euros are very different than a Polski. It is important that you know the value of the different currencies so that you are not spending money unknowingly. They all have different values and can become confusing. There are many apps that you can use that help you convert your money from USD to any other currency. One of my favorite apps was Clear Currency.
CHIPS //
This was the biggest issue I dealt with when I was living in Europe. The United States is a little behind when it comes to this technology. At the time, my card did not have a chip reader in it. I ran in to this on the daily. Many times, stores and restaurants would not even accept my card and I would have to end up paying in cash, later resulting in racked up ATM fees. I know that most cards have chips now, but in case yours doesn't, I would seriously consider changing that!
I hope this helped!
xx,
annie
ATM's //
When you travel to Europe, it is so important to get a debit card that has little to no ATM fees. The reason I say this is because when I was there I ended up spending close to $300+ alone on ATM fees. It's so important to take out money only when you need to and the amount that you need to. Be sure to budget right so you don't have to keep going back and paying the fees.
CONVERSION //
It is also really important to figure the math out for the conversion rates in each country. Euros are very different than a Polski. It is important that you know the value of the different currencies so that you are not spending money unknowingly. They all have different values and can become confusing. There are many apps that you can use that help you convert your money from USD to any other currency. One of my favorite apps was Clear Currency.
CHIPS //
This was the biggest issue I dealt with when I was living in Europe. The United States is a little behind when it comes to this technology. At the time, my card did not have a chip reader in it. I ran in to this on the daily. Many times, stores and restaurants would not even accept my card and I would have to end up paying in cash, later resulting in racked up ATM fees. I know that most cards have chips now, but in case yours doesn't, I would seriously consider changing that!
I hope this helped!
xx,
annie
Saturday, November 5, 2016
SAFE HOSTELS
I made a video about a personal experience that I had at a sketchy hostel. When you are researching hostels, it is SO SO SO important to be very thorough and picky about where you are staying. Especially if you are a young girl, this is a huge part to traveling alone and keeping yourself safe.
Monday, October 24, 2016
AMERICA
I know that this blog is all about travel, but just hear me out for a minute.
Today in one of my classes, we watched a documentary on a family of refugees from Syria. It broke my little heart. A family that gave up everything for each other, and for their country. A family that put their lives in danger in hopes for a better one. I am happy and thankful that we live in a country full of freedom and safety. Despite the current election, believe it or not, there is still good in this country.
There is nothing like coming back to America and not having to pay to use the restroom, or being able to eat at your favorite restaurant. It's a great feeling to come to America and know that our Skittles taste better than Europe's. It's convenient to be able to go to the grocery store and know what the cashier is saying/asking you. It's nice to be able to ALWAYS know what you are eating. Or for hell's sake, being able to read the signs and understand what people are saying to you.
It's a blessing to think that we do not live in a country where we have to seek refuge from and flee to another place. While there are scary things that happen everyday, we are not being bombed and having out homes destroyed on a daily basis.
America is great. It is good. It is pretty. It is fun. It is home. It is nice. It is happy. It is.
Today in one of my classes, we watched a documentary on a family of refugees from Syria. It broke my little heart. A family that gave up everything for each other, and for their country. A family that put their lives in danger in hopes for a better one. I am happy and thankful that we live in a country full of freedom and safety. Despite the current election, believe it or not, there is still good in this country.
There is nothing like coming back to America and not having to pay to use the restroom, or being able to eat at your favorite restaurant. It's a great feeling to come to America and know that our Skittles taste better than Europe's. It's convenient to be able to go to the grocery store and know what the cashier is saying/asking you. It's nice to be able to ALWAYS know what you are eating. Or for hell's sake, being able to read the signs and understand what people are saying to you.
It's a blessing to think that we do not live in a country where we have to seek refuge from and flee to another place. While there are scary things that happen everyday, we are not being bombed and having out homes destroyed on a daily basis.
America is great. It is good. It is pretty. It is fun. It is home. It is nice. It is happy. It is.
This photo was taken in Vienna, Austria.
October 2015.
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
TSA + Customs// PART ONE
Hi guys!!
I decided to make a couple podcasts with some tips and tricks that I have found helpful during the TSA and Customs process of traveling. I hope you find these helpful!
xx,
Annie
I decided to make a couple podcasts with some tips and tricks that I have found helpful during the TSA and Customs process of traveling. I hope you find these helpful!
xx,
Annie
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