Priyanka, Author at Champagne Flight

In Europe

How to Visit the Romantic Road in One Week

March 15, 2017 No Comments

The romantic road is a path less traveled than the typical big cities of Germany but it’s definitely one that you should add to the bucket list. The good news is that it is possible to see the romantic road in one week or even less! The route stretches from Fussen to Wurzburg and there are plenty of tiny, enchanting towns and sights to see along the way. Below is my guide to recommendations on which towns to see and how much time to allot for them during your week or less trip. Keep in mind, each time noted is the minimum time I would recommend but it’s easy to spend double if not triple the time in each town. The best way to do it? Rent a car. Trust me. You can spend as little or as much time in a town as you want or even add a few to…

In Europe

One Day in Munich – The Perfect Itinerary

March 8, 2017 No Comments

Ideally, you have copious amounts of time to spend in each city that you visit. Trust me, I am definitely one of those people who looks at my vacation days and tries to see how I can squeeze just one more day out. The reality is that there will be times where we have just one day in a beautiful city whether it be due to a layover, short work trip, or just limited time to travel. Keep reading to find out how to make the most out of one day in Munich. First things first, eat a hearty breakfast so that you are fueled for the day. In Bavaria, Germany it is not uncommon to have a glass of beer with your breakfast. Go ahead, you’re on vacation..I won’t say a word. Next, head to the beautiful Marienplatz, the central square of Munich. Check out the Glockenspiel, the famous clock…

In Budget Travel

How to Find Cheap Flights for Your Next Trip

March 1, 2017 7 Comments

Without a doubt, one of the most inhibitive parts of traveling is the cost of the flight. As a lover of travel but also a lover of staying on a budget, I have figured out some great ways to find cheap flights. Plus, who doesn’t love a good deal? Follow the below tips to find a budget friendly flight Fly off season Google is your best friend when it comes to budget traveling and cheap flights. Search the peak season dates for the country/city you are traveling to and avoid them. Search for weather and as long as the monthly average/rainfall suits your taste then you are good to go and for much cheaper. Success story I wanted to visit Dublin from London and the ticket prices were outrageous due to St. Patrick’s day so I booked my flight for the day after for 20 bucks Be flexible with your…

In Inspiration

10 Reasons Why You Need to Study Abroad

February 22, 2017 14 Comments

My little sister is studying abroad this semester and it has made me extremely nostalgic for my study abroad days. I know you didn’t ask for my advice and you probably don’t want it either. It’s like when my dad would sit down and be like here’s some free advice kiddo and I would just roll my eyes and stare at the ceiling (I should have been nicer…oops sorry, Dad!). But I’m channeling my father and telling you the best advice that I could possibly give and that is you need to study abroad in college. Here’s why: Once in a lifetime opportunity You will never again get the opportunity to spend a semester abroad for basically what it costs you to go to school already. For the more expensive programs, there are plenty of scholarships that are out there. They want you to study abroad and they make it very…

In Budget Travel

How to Take Advantage of a Long Layover

February 15, 2017 5 Comments

Even if you’re not on a budget, it’s hard to resist a good flight deal. Nothing makes my day better than a good deal…and a cup of coffee (okay and some cookies…but lets not get distracted). Great flight deals sometimes mean a long layover. But what if I told you that not only is it possible to get a cheap flight but it is also possible to get a free mini vacation out of it? Now, I have your attention. How are airlines able to offer great flight deals? Here’s a few of the many different factors: It’s off season for that particular destination. Perhaps the weather isn’t ideal or it’s right before or after a major holiday/event It’s a last minute flight and there are still seats available The arrival and departure times are crazy…really late at night or early in the morning There are ridiculously long layovers Read more…

In Brazil

6 of the Best Restaurants in Rio de Janeiro

February 8, 2017 2 Comments

Lets be real, one of the most important aspects of traveling is food. Sometimes I plan my entire trip around food and which restaurants I’m going to try. When I travel, I view the amount of meals I have as limited opportunities to try some great food and I don’t want to waste a single one (some people call this an obsession…I call this being smart). I’ll save you some of the research right now. Here are some of the best restaurants in Rio de Janeiro that you should put on your list for your next trip. Brazilian steakhouse Okay, so maybe you’ll have to do a little research on this one. That’ s because there’s plenty in varying price ranges so it really depends on you. If you have a bottomless pit for a stomach and enjoy eating your weight in meat, this is a must do and is well worth…

In Europe

Top 10 Crazy Things I Learned in Iceland

February 1, 2017 5 Comments

Iceland is an incredibly magical destination and one that needs to be on your bucket list. Go ahead, I’ll wait. No matter how much I planned my trip, I definitely learned a ton of things along the way. Here are my top 10 crazy things I learned in Iceland: The language is impossible to pronounce I’m not exaggerating. Don’t even try and save yourself the embarrassment. You can do what we did and make up nicknames for everything. We’re not popular with the locals Icelanders have a lot of faith in your driving. A lot. Aka they have no guard rails along steep cliffs where there’s a quick plunge into the water below or a tumble down a rocky terrain on the other side. They also are a fan of blindsided driving where it basically turns into a one-lane road and you just have to pray that no one is coming…

In Europe

The Perfect 7 Day Iceland Packing List (Great for Camping!)

January 25, 2017 No Comments

This is not my original Iceland packing list. I learned my lesson the second I stepped off the plane and realized that I had severely underestimated the cold (hey I like to think of myself as an optimist). Thankfully, I learned a lesson so now you won’t have to! Though it was July and the weather lead me to believe it was going to be in the 60’s, it was lying to me and I should have packed enough clothing to layer. If you follow this packing list, you will be golden, especially if you’re camping! 7 Day Iceland Packing List 3-4 pairs of leggings The long ones. None of this mid calf bullshit unless you want your legs to freeze. Make sure 2 out of the 4 are fleece lined 2 pairs of jeans This comes in handy when you go into a real city and actually want to look like a human instead of just…

In Europe

6 Things to Know For a Perfect Trip to Iceland

January 18, 2017 No Comments

There is always that moment in your trip where you face palm and realize you forgot to do something uber important. There were plenty of times on my trip to Iceland that I smacked myself or rammed my head into the side of the car (okay not all of these were on purpose. Hey I’m clumsy…don’t judge). As comical as those self-loathing moments are, this list is to help minimize them for your next trip (looking for an Iceland road trip itinerary? This guide that’ll help you plan the perfect trip). Here are 6 tips to make sure you have the perfect trip to Iceland: Pack layers Iceland weather can be very unpredictable. Even though I went to Iceland in July, it is not uncommon to experience warm temperatures and within the next couple of hours, be shivering in a corner. Be prepared for all types of weather. Here’s an…