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If you’re constantly daydreaming about your next getaway, I’m here to help you turn those dreams into plans. Follow along for travel guides, tips, and itineraries designed for full-time workers who want to see more of the world—without waiting for retirement!

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Thinking about staying at Sweden’s Icehotel? Here’

Thinking about staying at Sweden’s Icehotel? Here’s what my night was actually like 🧊🇸🇪

Sleeping in a hotel made entirely of ice is not your average hotel stay ❄️

👩🏼‍💻 To make things easy, I rounded up the most-asked questions and broke it all down on herjoliejourney.com — from how to book, to what it’s really like sleeping on ice!

❄️ Considering the Icehotel for your bucket list?

🚨 Before you book: there are a few things I really wish I had known ahead of time that would’ve made the experience even better. Trust me, these details matter.

⚠️ Comment “ICE HOTEL” and I’ll send you the link to my full guide where I share all my insider tips + what to expect 🧊✨

#icehotel #icehotelsweden #beautifuldestinations #travelreel

There’s a reason Hallstatt, Austria looks like it

There’s a reason Hallstatt, Austria looks like it came straight out of a fairytale… and yes, it inspired Frozen✨

This tiny Austrian village is one of the most photographed places in Europe and somehow still manages to feel magical in real life ❄️🏔️

When to visit Hallstatt:
Winter is cold but dreamy, with snow-dusted rooftops and fewer crowds than summer

How to get to Hallstatt:
The easiest route is from Salzburg or Vienna by train + ferry, or by car if you want flexibility. The ferry ride across Lake Hallstatt is a must. 🚆⛴️

Is Hallstatt worth it?
Yes but go early, stay overnight if you can, and explore beyond the main viewpoint. The real charm is wandering the village once the day-trippers leave ✨

If you’re looking for a romantic winter getaway or a unique Europe date idea, Hallstatt, Austria deserves a spot on your list ❄️💙

👉 SAVE for your trip to Hallstatt and FOLLOW for fast-paced trips you can actually fit into a full-time work schedule

#hallstatt #hallstattaustria #beautifuldestinations

We quickly realized back in 2017, on our first Chr

We quickly realized back in 2017, on our first Christmas market trip, that it’s nearly impossible to get photos together without a tripod and we weren’t about to set one up in the middle of a busy Christmas market 🎄📸

Since then, professional photos have become our favorite kind of souvenir 🗺️

And it’s true what they say, Vienna’s Christmas markets really are some of the best in Europe 🇦🇹

If you’re looking for a photographer in Vienna, check out @vienna_photographer_

Happy holidays, hope everyone is enjoying the season ✨

If you’re building your European Christmas market

If you’re building your European Christmas market bucket list, don’t overlook this one 🎄❄️

The Salzburg Christmas markets have that classic Austrian charm, but on a smaller, more intimate scale than Vienna — which we absolutely loved 🎅🏻

Everything felt cozy, walkable, and easy to explore without the overwhelming crowds 🤫

There are multiple Christmas markets throughout Salzburg, each with its own vibe, and we had so much fun wandering between them 🗺️

Bonus? This is where we found the best selection of Christmas ornaments and souvenirs during our Austria trip (not the mass produced kind you find everywhere else) 🎁

If you’re planning a winter trip to Austria, Salzburg at Christmas truly deserves a spot on your itinerary!!!

Is Salzburg on your Christmas market bucket list? ✨

#salzburg #salzburgaustria #austriatravel #christmasmarket #christmasmarkets

We’ve been dreaming of visiting Hallstatt, Austria

We’ve been dreaming of visiting Hallstatt, Austria for years, and finally made it happen… and WOW, it lived up to every bit of the hype ☃️

This tiny lakeside village, tucked between the mountains and Hallstätter See, is just as magical in person as the photos make it seem 📸

One of the biggest surprises? It didn’t feel overly crowded this time of year, which made wandering the village, soaking in the views, and taking photos so much more enjoyable 🥰

We did learn that Hallstatt only hosts its Christmas market one day a year (and yes, we missed it 😅), but even without it, the cozy winter vibes were unmatched ❄️

If you’re planning a trip to Austria, Hallstatt is absolutely worth a visit — whether it’s winter, summer, or anywhere in between 🗓️

It’s charming, peaceful, and one of those places that truly feels special the moment you arrive 🥹

Have you been to Hallstatt yet, or is it still on your bucket list? 💭✨

We’ve been visiting Europe’s Christmas markets eve

We’ve been visiting Europe’s Christmas markets every year since 2017, and one thing we will never get over?

The mugs ☕️🎄

By far our favorite souvenir to bring home ✈️🧳

We love watching the collection grow almost as much as we love the markets themselves 📈🎁

And yes… we always pack foldable duffle bags on these trips because we already know what our carry-ons are going to look like on the flight home 😅✈️

What souvenir do you always bring home?

* Still not over finally meeting @roamfreerebecca and clinking mugs IRL ☺️🥂

#christmasmarkets #christmasmarket #europetravels

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