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Travel Guides

The travel guides below comprise a diverse range of valuable information meant to help you learn more about specific locations. From the best restaurants and coffee shops to the most unique activities, I cover a wide scope of content that is sure to help you have the most memorable trips.


  • The Art of Airbnb Negotiation: Unlocking the Perfect Stay

    The Art of Airbnb Negotiation: Unlocking the Perfect Stay

    “If I knew then what I know now” goes the old adage. This phrase is all too accurate in the case what I now know about negotiating the price of an Airbnb. Had I known early in my travels that you can negotiate Airbnb prices, a lot would have been different. I likely would have…

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  • Exploring the Culture of Buenos Aires: A Memorable 5-Day Itinerary

    Exploring the Culture of Buenos Aires: A Memorable 5-Day Itinerary

    Buenos Aires, Argentina: The city of all cities. My favorite city in the whole world,—one that offers an incredibly unique blend of European elegance, South American flair, and fascinatingly rich culture. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a lover of food, an architecture buff, or simply someone looking to immerse yourself in an energetic atmosphere, Buenos…

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  • A Highly-Caffeinated PhD Student’s Guide to the Best Coffee Shops in Palermo, Buenos Aires

    A Highly-Caffeinated PhD Student’s Guide to the Best Coffee Shops in Palermo, Buenos Aires

    Welcome to a highly-caffeinated PhD student’s guide to the best coffee shops in Palermo and all of Buenos Aires. In this post, I’ll cover some of the best cafes to get work done in Palermo and Buenos Aires, as well the cafes with the best food and pastries. I’ll also share some of the advantages…

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  • Planning a Trip to Mendoza, Argentina? The Ultimate Guide

    Planning a Trip to Mendoza, Argentina? The Ultimate Guide

    Planning a trip can feel difficult and exhausting for many of us. Depending on the extent to which you want your tip planned, making decisions about what neighborhood to stay in, what sites to see, and what things to do can be a daunting task. This is precisely one of the reasons I started this…

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  • My Amazing Trip to Maipu in Mendoza, Argentina

    My Amazing Trip to Maipu in Mendoza, Argentina

    In this post, I’ll be writing about my amazing trip to the Maipu wine region in located in Mendoza, Argentina.  If you love wine, especially Malbec, I highly recommend reading on to learn more about some of the best wineries in Maipu! Where is the Maipu wine region? For anyone who doesn’t know, Mendoza is where…

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  • The Ultimate Guide To Hiking Cerro Arco in Mendoza, Argentina

    The Ultimate Guide To Hiking Cerro Arco in Mendoza, Argentina

    To all my hikers and lovers of the outdoors, look no further for the ultimate guide to hiking Cerro Arco in Mendoza, Argentina. In this post, you’ll learn how to get to Cerro Arco, what the hike is like, and whether hiking Cerro Arco is worth it or not. Let’s jump in! But first, Where…

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Meet Jovan

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Hi, my name is Jovan. I’m a Doctoral student who’s pursuing a PhD in Higher Education. I’m also an avid traveler and striving to do it full-time! Some of the things I’m most passionate about are immersing myself in different cultures, reading, and helping others lead the lives they want to live. Thanks for visiting!