Another year around the sun, cheers to 26πŸ₯³πŸ₯‚ Another year around the sun, cheers to 26πŸ₯³πŸ₯‚ Super excited for the year to come, lots of travels, new challenges and experiences!! 

#happybirthday #birthdaygirl #jasper #jasperalberta #medicinelake #granolagirl #outdoorsygirl #hikingadventures #hiking #hikingtrails #beautifuldestinations #mountainlovers #albertacanada #jaspernationalpark
A night out can be fun but I'd much rather spend m A night out can be fun but I'd much rather spend my weekends in nature, after all, these are the moments that i'll remember clearly for a lifetime 😍

#whistler #adventuretime #canada #beautifulbritishcolumbia #hikingadventures #campinglife
I wore my everyday classic sneakers fromΒ @vessi o I wore my everyday classic sneakers fromΒ @vessi on my day trip from Vancouver to Bellingham, WA and they were the perfect waterproof shoes to wear when we went to explore Whatcom Falls Park. So many waterfalls, streams and pretty trails to enjoy right outside the city.Β  Plus the knit material is super comfy for those long hours walking around the city, below are a few ideas for your next trip!

Things to do in Bellingham, WA:
Grab coffee and breakfast from Makeworth Coffee 
Saturday Market
Thrift Shopping at Buffalo Exchange
Flight of beers at Aslan Brewing
Shopping at Trader Joe's and Target

Check out my link in bio to get yourself a pair! 

β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’

#vessiambassador #vessitravel #bellingham #washington #discoverwashington #washingtonexplored #washingtontrails #whatcomfalls #adventuretime #mountaingirls #hikingadventures #radgirlslife #sheisthewild #pnwcrew #outdoorsygals #getoutside #nicehike #pacificnorthwest
Nothing makes me feel more alive than being in the Nothing makes me feel more alive than being in the mountains 😍 #banff #banffnationalpark #mountains #solotravel #morainelake
Raincover is here and I don't know how I lived her Raincover is here and I don't know how I lived here for 2 years without these shoes! I'm in love with my @vessi weekend sneakers, they're fully waterproof and weatherproof so with the always unpredictable weather in Vancouver these shoes are great staple to have! 
#vessiambassador #vessitravel #vancouver #vancouverbc #raincouver #beautifulbc #gastown #ad
Let's do a quick get to know me! πŸ™‹πŸ»β€β™€οΈ Let's do a quick get to know me! πŸ™‹πŸ»β€β™€οΈ

I'm Tiana, 25 years old and live in Vancouver, BC. I was born and raised in Toronto and moved out on a whim 2 years ago and it was the best decision ever!

* My first solo trip was when I was 21 and travelled around Europe for 3.5 months. Since then 90% of my trips are solo and it's a great chance to meet others!
* I went vegetarian 4 years ago but now i'd consider myself more of a pescatarian 
* I have the biggest sweet tooth, I will never turn down dessert 
* I work for an insurance company but I went to school for tourism and hospitality
* I used to be a city girl but now I find the most peace when hiking in mountains 

Now it's your turn, let's hear a fun fact! πŸ₯°

β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’ #morainelake #lakemoraine 
#explorealberta #parkscanada #tourismalberta #therockies #hikealberta #imagesofcanada #pnwadventures #visitbanff #banffnationalpark #alltrails #alpinehiking #banffalberta #mybanff #mountaintones #westcoast #canadatrip #travelalberta 
#Adventuretime #mountaingirls #hikingadventures #radgirlslife #radgirlscollective #sheisthewild #outdoorsygals
Planning an adventure to Tofino? Check out these r Planning an adventure to Tofino? Check out these recs to have the best time 😍 
Save for later!

TOP THINGS TO DO IN TOFINO: 
β€’ Rent surfboards from @pacificsurfco and go surf at Chesterman Beach or Cox Bay
β€’ Try a flight of beer from @tofinobrewco 
β€’ Whale watching as a half day trip around the islands
β€’ Hike along one of the many trails near town
β€’ Explore Pacific Rim National Park Reserve
β€’ Catch sunset at Mackenzie beach
β€’ Rent a bike and take the bike trail to Long Beach

BEST PLACES TO EAT: 
β€’ @rhinotofino for delicious breakfast sandwiches and donuts
β€’ @shelterrestaurant for amazing bistro fare, the clam chowder is a must! 
β€’ @wolfinthefog for a higher end dinner and creative cocktails
β€’ @shedtofino for yummy burgers and drinks
β€’ @tofitian for coffee and pastries

#tofino #tofinobc #vancouverisland #canadatravel #adventuring #solotraveler #adventurewomen
When I moved to Vancouver 2 years ago, hannah pick When I moved to Vancouver 2 years ago, hannah picked me up from the airport and one of our first conversations in the uber to my new home was doing the hike to Panorama Ridge. I told her that it has been on my list for a while and I definitely wanted to do it next summer. As summer quickly approached I soon came to realize I was not in the physical or mental shape to do the hike of summer 2021 despite getting permits for 2 weekends in a row. 
This year, I was determined to try and hike every weekend in the summer to get my body ready for what I knew would be the hardest hike I would do to date. The first week of August we set out with a renewed optimism and confidence of doing this together. 
Let me tell you, 30kms of hiking with an elevation of 1,600m is no joke. It was tough, by the end our legs and feet were in agony. 
As I descended that last switch back to the parking lot, I had tears in my eyes. I finished this epic hike that looked so far out of reach last summer. 
This is all to say that if you have a dream, all you need is practice and a hell of a lot of determination to see it through πŸ™ŒπŸ» You got this!! 

β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’
#alpinelake #outdoorwomen #whistlerhikes #glacierlake #seatosky #britishcolumbia #letsgosomewhere #mountaingirl #granolagirl #travelstoke #stayandwander #explorecanada #adventurehere #wildernessculture #mountaintones #choosemountains  #pnwhiking #hikevibes #outdoorsygals #adventureinspired #garibaldiprovincialpark #garibaldilake #panoramaridge
Don't let life pass you by without pushing yoursel Don't let life pass you by without pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and trying new things! This year I decided to learn how to surf and every session i've been getting better πŸ„πŸ»β€β™€οΈ 
 Last week I did a cold plunge with some awesome ladies! We really had to push through the pain and focus on our mindset and breath work to get us through πŸ‘ŒπŸ» What's something new you want to try? β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’#motivationalquotes #inspire #vancouverbc #adventuretravel #surflife #womenwhowander #livenow #exploretheglobe #sunsetlover #polarplunge
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Travel Tips · August 22, 2018

12 Things to Know Before Travelling Europe

Traveling to Europe can be a little daunting if it’s your first time. I know for me it was when I was traveling solo for 3 months. These are my top tips to know and be aware of if you are going to Europe. I want you to feel prepared and knowledgeable for your up coming trip!

Related posts: Top 6 towns you have to see in Europe and my brief European itinerary to help you plan your next trip!

Manarola, Cinque Terre in Europe

Tips:

  1. When withdrawing money always chose β€œother amount” at the ATM and manually enter an uneven amount (ex. $45, $75 etc.) in that currency so you will receive smaller bills from the ATM. Most shops in Europe use primarily cash and they always ask from the smallest bill you have. If you do end up with large bills split them when paying for a bigger purchase like groceries or attractions.
  2. Always have coins for public washrooms. If you are eating at the restaurant it will be free but if there’s ever an emergency, you will need small change.
  3. Download an off-line map to use when exploring the city, nothing is worse than being lost in a foreign city and trying to get directions. The one I used every day was Maps.me. It’s a great map, super detailed and accurate, it just takes a little while to learn how to use it properly so try it out at home first.
  4. Unlock your phone if you are from outside of the EU. You can buy a sim card at convenience stores for a cheap price.
  5. When dining in restaurants they will bring you bottled water and charge you so always ask for tap water. I drank it in every country, it’s clean and safe.
  6. The restaurants are run quite differently than North America. If you are going out to eat in a group be sure to ask the waiter if they can split the bill. Sometimes they will accommodate you but most of the time we were stuck splitting money.
  7. The price displayed at the store or restaurant is always the final price, the tax is already included. In certain countries it isn’t mandatory to tip either, so you don’t need to worry about hidden costs.
  8. If you are visiting from outside of the EU most visitors have 90 days out of 180 days to be in the Schengen zone before you must leave. Check the Schengen visa website to see if this applies to your country.
  9. When taking public transportation be sure to validate your ticket as you get onto the bus/subway or else you can be charged up to 60 euro’s if caught. Large cities like Budapest and Berlin, the transit control officers are always on the trains or in stations checking tickets.
  10. If you are a student get an ISIC student card to bring on your trip and you will get amazing discounts on top attractions.
  11. To find the best produce check local markets. The produce in grocery stores in Eastern Europe wasn’t maintained well, where as at the local markets it’s fresh every day.
  12. If your heart is set on a specific attraction look into buying your tickets online, it will save you time and money especially during the high season!
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Comments

  1. Adrita Ghosh says

    August 22, 2018 at 4:44 am

    Lovely and very useful article.. continue writing & sharing & most importantly , traveling!

    Reply
    • nicoletb says

      August 23, 2018 at 3:02 am

      So happy you found it helpful, thank you so much!

      Reply
  2. Hannah says

    April 15, 2020 at 2:21 pm

    As someone who lives in Europe – these are good tips! Especially about the tap water – it’s good quality in most places πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Tiana says

      April 17, 2020 at 8:21 pm

      So glad you liked them! I drank out of the tap in every city and it helped save money!

      Reply
  3. Tal Bright says

    April 15, 2020 at 3:00 pm

    Excellent tips! Super useful and practical πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Tiana says

      April 17, 2020 at 8:21 pm

      Happy they helped!!

      Reply
  4. Rae says

    April 15, 2020 at 3:12 pm

    Wow, I love how to-the-point and relevant these tips are. #12 is so real – I am continually surprised at how much time (and sometimes money) I can save by buying entrance tickets online instead of waiting in lines at the door!

    Reply
    • Tiana says

      April 17, 2020 at 9:09 pm

      So happy they helped and you enjoyed them! Yes that’s a huge money and time saver, especially in the summer!

      Reply
  5. Laurel says

    April 15, 2020 at 5:33 pm

    I really enjoyed these tips. Wish I would have seen something like this a few years ago before we went. We were baffled at the fact that you had to pay for using the bathroom. And splitting checks was always extremely hard!

    Reply
    • Tiana says

      April 17, 2020 at 9:10 pm

      Omg right!! Very annoying to pay to use bathrooms everyday and splitting a check is impossible. ahah

      Reply

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Another year around the sun, cheers to 26πŸ₯³πŸ₯‚ Another year around the sun, cheers to 26πŸ₯³πŸ₯‚ Super excited for the year to come, lots of travels, new challenges and experiences!! 

#happybirthday #birthdaygirl #jasper #jasperalberta #medicinelake #granolagirl #outdoorsygirl #hikingadventures #hiking #hikingtrails #beautifuldestinations #mountainlovers #albertacanada #jaspernationalpark
A night out can be fun but I'd much rather spend m A night out can be fun but I'd much rather spend my weekends in nature, after all, these are the moments that i'll remember clearly for a lifetime 😍

#whistler #adventuretime #canada #beautifulbritishcolumbia #hikingadventures #campinglife
I wore my everyday classic sneakers fromΒ @vessi o I wore my everyday classic sneakers fromΒ @vessi on my day trip from Vancouver to Bellingham, WA and they were the perfect waterproof shoes to wear when we went to explore Whatcom Falls Park. So many waterfalls, streams and pretty trails to enjoy right outside the city.Β  Plus the knit material is super comfy for those long hours walking around the city, below are a few ideas for your next trip!

Things to do in Bellingham, WA:
Grab coffee and breakfast from Makeworth Coffee 
Saturday Market
Thrift Shopping at Buffalo Exchange
Flight of beers at Aslan Brewing
Shopping at Trader Joe's and Target

Check out my link in bio to get yourself a pair! 

β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’

#vessiambassador #vessitravel #bellingham #washington #discoverwashington #washingtonexplored #washingtontrails #whatcomfalls #adventuretime #mountaingirls #hikingadventures #radgirlslife #sheisthewild #pnwcrew #outdoorsygals #getoutside #nicehike #pacificnorthwest
Nothing makes me feel more alive than being in the Nothing makes me feel more alive than being in the mountains 😍 #banff #banffnationalpark #mountains #solotravel #morainelake
Raincover is here and I don't know how I lived her Raincover is here and I don't know how I lived here for 2 years without these shoes! I'm in love with my @vessi weekend sneakers, they're fully waterproof and weatherproof so with the always unpredictable weather in Vancouver these shoes are great staple to have! 
#vessiambassador #vessitravel #vancouver #vancouverbc #raincouver #beautifulbc #gastown #ad
Let's do a quick get to know me! πŸ™‹πŸ»β€β™€οΈ Let's do a quick get to know me! πŸ™‹πŸ»β€β™€οΈ

I'm Tiana, 25 years old and live in Vancouver, BC. I was born and raised in Toronto and moved out on a whim 2 years ago and it was the best decision ever!

* My first solo trip was when I was 21 and travelled around Europe for 3.5 months. Since then 90% of my trips are solo and it's a great chance to meet others!
* I went vegetarian 4 years ago but now i'd consider myself more of a pescatarian 
* I have the biggest sweet tooth, I will never turn down dessert 
* I work for an insurance company but I went to school for tourism and hospitality
* I used to be a city girl but now I find the most peace when hiking in mountains 

Now it's your turn, let's hear a fun fact! πŸ₯°

β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’ #morainelake #lakemoraine 
#explorealberta #parkscanada #tourismalberta #therockies #hikealberta #imagesofcanada #pnwadventures #visitbanff #banffnationalpark #alltrails #alpinehiking #banffalberta #mybanff #mountaintones #westcoast #canadatrip #travelalberta 
#Adventuretime #mountaingirls #hikingadventures #radgirlslife #radgirlscollective #sheisthewild #outdoorsygals
Planning an adventure to Tofino? Check out these r Planning an adventure to Tofino? Check out these recs to have the best time 😍 
Save for later!

TOP THINGS TO DO IN TOFINO: 
β€’ Rent surfboards from @pacificsurfco and go surf at Chesterman Beach or Cox Bay
β€’ Try a flight of beer from @tofinobrewco 
β€’ Whale watching as a half day trip around the islands
β€’ Hike along one of the many trails near town
β€’ Explore Pacific Rim National Park Reserve
β€’ Catch sunset at Mackenzie beach
β€’ Rent a bike and take the bike trail to Long Beach

BEST PLACES TO EAT: 
β€’ @rhinotofino for delicious breakfast sandwiches and donuts
β€’ @shelterrestaurant for amazing bistro fare, the clam chowder is a must! 
β€’ @wolfinthefog for a higher end dinner and creative cocktails
β€’ @shedtofino for yummy burgers and drinks
β€’ @tofitian for coffee and pastries

#tofino #tofinobc #vancouverisland #canadatravel #adventuring #solotraveler #adventurewomen
When I moved to Vancouver 2 years ago, hannah pick When I moved to Vancouver 2 years ago, hannah picked me up from the airport and one of our first conversations in the uber to my new home was doing the hike to Panorama Ridge. I told her that it has been on my list for a while and I definitely wanted to do it next summer. As summer quickly approached I soon came to realize I was not in the physical or mental shape to do the hike of summer 2021 despite getting permits for 2 weekends in a row. 
This year, I was determined to try and hike every weekend in the summer to get my body ready for what I knew would be the hardest hike I would do to date. The first week of August we set out with a renewed optimism and confidence of doing this together. 
Let me tell you, 30kms of hiking with an elevation of 1,600m is no joke. It was tough, by the end our legs and feet were in agony. 
As I descended that last switch back to the parking lot, I had tears in my eyes. I finished this epic hike that looked so far out of reach last summer. 
This is all to say that if you have a dream, all you need is practice and a hell of a lot of determination to see it through πŸ™ŒπŸ» You got this!! 

β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’
#alpinelake #outdoorwomen #whistlerhikes #glacierlake #seatosky #britishcolumbia #letsgosomewhere #mountaingirl #granolagirl #travelstoke #stayandwander #explorecanada #adventurehere #wildernessculture #mountaintones #choosemountains  #pnwhiking #hikevibes #outdoorsygals #adventureinspired #garibaldiprovincialpark #garibaldilake #panoramaridge
Don't let life pass you by without pushing yoursel Don't let life pass you by without pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and trying new things! This year I decided to learn how to surf and every session i've been getting better πŸ„πŸ»β€β™€οΈ 
 Last week I did a cold plunge with some awesome ladies! We really had to push through the pain and focus on our mindset and breath work to get us through πŸ‘ŒπŸ» What's something new you want to try? β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’#motivationalquotes #inspire #vancouverbc #adventuretravel #surflife #womenwhowander #livenow #exploretheglobe #sunsetlover #polarplunge
Don't let life pass you by and not do all the thin Don't let life pass you by and not do all the things you've been dreaming of! 
It's coming up on 2 years of my move to Vancouver from Toronto. Some days I can't believe I packed up my life and moved out here on a whim with no job or apartment lined up. I'm thankful everyday that I took that leap of faith and it all worked out πŸ’•
β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’β€’ #motivationalquotes #inspire #vancouverbc #adventuretravel #hikingculture #womenwhowander #livenow #exploretheglobe

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