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A girl riding a prosecco cruise, smiling happily in front of the parliament in Budapest, Hungary

Hello, I’m Carmela

& this is my blog about discovering new places

I started this blog in 2020 when Covid first started, as a way to find beauty in my home and help others explore. Nowadays, my blog has turned into a creative outlet for sharing my experiences and helping others see the beauty in the places they frequent most, yet also encourage them to step outside of their comfort zone and explore new cultures. I hope you enjoy :)

My most recent posts:

My First Solo Trip: Barcelona, Spain

We had booked our flights and hostel in advance and planned on exploring the city together, but unfortunately, my friend had missed her flight the morning of. I decided to still go to Barcelona because I had paid for my…

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Solo Weekend Trip to Edinburgh, Scotland

Long story short, I lost all of my luggage and didn’t receive my luggage until 3 weeks later….. at my house in New York….

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Where to Go Blueberry Picking in Central New York

Go blueberry picking in the 10th largest state for growing blueberries!

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What To Do Your First Time in Paris

If you have never been to Paris before and are planning your trip while backpacking on a budget, this is the guide for you! After having been this beautiful city a few times, and will be moving there soon to…

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