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11-Day Madeira Itinerary for Hikers: Trails, Costs & Where to Stay
Planning a trip to Madeira and wondering how many days you need, which hikes to prioritize, and what it will cost? This 11-day Madeira itinerary lays it all out. Over nearly two weeks, I hiked the island’s most iconic trails, found budget-friendly places to stay, and tracked every euro I spent. Whether you’re coming for...
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7 Day Northern Spain Road Trip Itinerary (Cantabria & Asturias)
I lived in Spain for two years and managed to travel just about everywhere, from hiking the Camino de Santiago Inglés to exploring Roman ruins in Mérida, wandering the cobbled streets of Cáceres, spending a weekend in Málaga, and soaking up the energy of Seville. But this road trip through Cantabria and Asturias felt different....
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4 Day Puglia Itinerary: Local Tips for a Perfect Trip
Puglia is the kind of place Italians rave about but most tourists forget exists. Which is perfect, because it means fewer crowds for us. I only had 4 days here — not enough to “do it all,” but more than enough to eat my weight in orecchiette, dive off a cliff into turquoise water, and...
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10 Best Things to Do in Porto in 2 Days (Budget-Friendly Itinerary)
If you only have two days in Porto, you might wonder how much of the city you can really see. I had the same question when I visited last year, and I quickly learned that 48 hours is enough to fall in love with Portugal’s second city, as long as you plan smartly. In this...
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7 Day Albania Itinerary: Exploring Tirana, Shkodër & Theth Without a Car
Albania is one of Europe’s most affordable destinations, offering vibrant cities, mountain landscapes, and warm hospitality. But what if you don’t have a rental car—or even phone data to rely on? During my one-week trip, I explored Albania entirely by bus, furgon minivans, and word-of-mouth directions, all while keeping my budget low. This 7 day...
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3 Days in Stockholm in November (Solo Travel on a Budget)
Spending 3 days in Stockholm in November wasn’t originally on my radar, but after a damp yet surprisingly charming couple of days in Gothenburg (read that post here), I decided to see what the capital had in store. Stockholm, often called the “Venice of the North” thanks to its network of bridges and waterways spanning...
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Beginner’s Guide to Generative AI (2025): What It Is and How to Use It
Generative AI is reshaping industries, and it’s happening fast. According to a 2025 report by McKinsey, 71% of organizations now use generative AI in at least one business function, up from 65% just a few months earlier. Adoption is growing rapidly across marketing, software development, customer service, and more. I recently finished the Generative AI...
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Hiking in Andorra on a Budget (2025): Trails, Tips & How I Did It for Under €230
I thought I was ready for hiking in Andorra. After all, how hard could it be? Some mountain trails, a few nice views, and maybe a little fresh air. By the end of my first “easy” hike, I was humbled. By the end of my 5-day trip, I was hooked. Nestled in the Pyrenees between...
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Prompt Engineering Guide 2025: How to Write Better Prompts for ChatGPT
Prompt engineering has quickly become one of the most critical skills for anyone working with Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT. As these models continue to evolve in 2025, so too does the need to craft clear, effective, and optimized prompts to guide them toward producing useful and reliable outputs. Today, prompt engineering is no...
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