Hi! I’m Ali,  a travel lover who likes beautiful experiences without ridiculous price tags and who actually enjoys planning trips (so you don’t have to).

When I started traveling more, I realized most travel blogs fell into two extremes:

✨ Ultra-budget backpacking + hostels + “spend as little as possible”
💎 Luxury-only itineraries with €800/night hotels and private drivers

And I’m… somewhere in the middle. I love a stunning boutique hotel and a spa moment, but I’ll also happily eat a €6 street sandwich and take public transportation if it’s convenient (and gives me real city vibes).

You’ll notice I’m not a huge foodie, I’ll take a dreamy hotel, private boat day, or epic hike over a Michelin tasting menu any day. So if you’re looking for fine-dining rundowns, you probably won’t find them here, but you will find the best pastry, gelato, and hole-in-the-wall sandwich situation in every city 😋

Here you’ll find itineraries, tips, favorite spots, and honest advice,  including what not to do. Because travel is better when it’s real, intentional, and just a little bit elevated.