<\/p>\n
Lisa, Head of Product Design <\/h3>\n\n ![\"Happy](\"https:\/\/f.hubspotusercontent40.net\/hubfs\/8511594\/Imported_Blog_Media\/Austria_01.jpeg\")
\n Lisa
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nEurope<\/h4>\n
Coming from Australia<\/a>, international travel was never as easy as just driving over a border. No matter which country you want to explore you always need a passport, a flight, and a different currency.<\/p>\nIn my early 20s, it seemed as though all my friends were too poor or lazy (sorry friends!), so eventually, I gave up on waiting and booked my own adventure around Europe<\/a>. Being a single female, solo-travel can be incredibly scary, so I opted for a group travel tour. It was an absolutely incredible experience. Suddenly you\u2019re thrown into cultures you\u2019ve never experienced, trusting people you\u2019ve just met, and by the end of it, you\u2019re life-long friends.<\/p>\n\n\n- \n
\n ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/f.hubspotusercontent40.net\/hubfs\/8511594\/Imported_Blog_Media\/Venice_01.jpeg\")
\n Venice<\/a>
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\n Switzerland
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\n Paris
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/figure>\nPeople ask me what my favorite destination of the tour was, but I honestly can\u2019t choose. I believe your connection to a place depends on the memories you make there. I loved cycling through Paris<\/a> on a warm summer day. Sliding down a snowy mountain in Switzerland<\/a>. Eating home-made Italian pasta in Tuscany. Getting lost in the streets of Venice. Paragliding in Austria<\/a>. Cruising down the canals in Amsterdam, and enjoying the local cabaret shows in London.<\/p>\nMy tip for anywhere<\/em> you travel to: Embrace the local culture and chat with the local people. In my experience, that is how the best memories are made.<\/p>\nStella, CRM<\/h3>\n\n ![\"Happy](\"https:\/\/f.hubspotusercontent40.net\/hubfs\/8511594\/Imported_Blog_Media\/Screenshot-2021-03-05-at-11_31_46.png\")
\n Stella
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nPortland, Oregon<\/h4>\n
My all-time favorite destination is Portland, Oregon<\/a> in the USA. In 2019 I did a small road trip through the Pacific Northwest and that city was just mesmerizing and truly amazing. I don\u2019t even know where to start!<\/p>\nFirst of all, the food scene is super diverse and interesting. If you\u2019re planning your next culinary adventure, definitely go there. Because Portland is all about community, you can find soooo many cute little restaurants and caf\u00e9s that sell unique dishes and drinks. I had the absolute best (Egyptian) coffee in Portland, located in an old London Bus from the last century! And this place really shows what the city is about: redefining existing rules\u00a0while still cherishing what\u2019s there already.<\/p>\n\n\n- \n
\n ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/f.hubspotusercontent40.net\/hubfs\/8511594\/Imported_Blog_Media\/0dc0e324-ea95-4c1a-8518-e0f1df6f5308-576x1024.jpg\")
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\n ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/f.hubspotusercontent40.net\/hubfs\/8511594\/Imported_Blog_Media\/Bar-Crawl.png\")
\n <\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/figure>\nThe second thing that really stuck with me was the nature in and around the city. Not only you have stunning landscapes in the state of Oregon but also right in the heart of Portland. I\u2019m speaking about Forest Park, one of the country\u2019s largest urban forest reserves. The special thing about that park is that it seems so much more like a jungle because the park authority doesn\u2019t really interfere with the natural environment. You can get really lost there so I recommend staying on the trails, such as the Wildwood Trail (really good for a nice hike). Once we can travel again, I definitely want to go back and immerse myself in this beautiful mosaique of Portland.<\/p>\n
Anna, Business Development Manager<\/h3>\n\n ![\"Anna,](\"https:\/\/f.hubspotusercontent40.net\/hubfs\/8511594\/Imported_Blog_Media\/Screenshot-2021-03-05-at-11_35_41.png\")
\n Anna
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nSevilla, My pearl of Andalusia\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe town in the south of Spain<\/a> hasn\u2019t been on my radar, but it was destiny: I got accepted for my internship and what can I say? It was love at first sight! I still remember when I first visited the \u201cPlaza de Espana\u201d \u2013 I was speechless (and that doesn\u2019t happen very often \u2013 ask my colleagues :D). The city has so many beautiful places, the people are so nice and so relaxed, the food is great \u2013 and there is no way you won\u2019t love this city. \u201cSevilla Tiene un color especial\u201d (Sevilla has a very special color) \u2013 that\u2019s 100% true. <\/p>\nWatching beautiful sunsets at the \u201cTriana Bridge\u201d, having tapas in the barrio Santa Cruz, exploring the little sister of the Alhambra \u201cAlcaz\u00e1r\u201d, partying until dawn on one of the terraces at the river, strolling around the \u201cAlameda\u201d, watching the people dancing flamenco on the streets, enjoying a siesta in the \u201cParque de Maria Luisa\u201d, exploring the abandoned area of the expo in 1992, going shopping in all the small boutiques,\u2026 I could continue forever! Seville will always have a very special place in my heart! Should be on your Spain bucket list! And it\u2019s perfectly located to do a day trip to the beach in Cadiz, to visit Ronda, Malaga, Granada or Cordoba.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Alex, Head of Customer Service<\/h3>\n\n ![\"Alex.\"](\"https:\/\/f.hubspotusercontent40.net\/hubfs\/8511594\/Imported_Blog_Media\/WhatsApp-Image-2021-03-05-at-12_24_15.jpeg\")
\n Alex
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWhitehaven Beach<\/h4>\n
It took me a little while to decide on my all-time favorite travel destination because so many places in this world are beautiful in their own right. But there is only one place that I have visited that gave me chills and basically brought me to tears (which isn\u2019t THAT special because I cry at everything). This destination was Whitehaven Beach on the Whitsunday Islands, in Australia<\/a>. <\/p>\nI traveled along the East Coast like the real white girl traveler I am and part of it was a 3-day sailing adventure from Airlie Beach to the Whitsundays. The sailing trip itself was so much fun and a great place to meet new people. But arriving on the Whitsunday Islands was the absolute peak. I still remember getting off the boat and walking what felt like forever up to a viewpoint. That\u2019s when the tears set in \u2013 I can\u2019t describe it and pictures don\u2019t do it justice but if I had to imagine what heaven looks like I would say it was this place. We walked down to the beach which is as white as wall paint (I am looking around my room and that is the only thing that is 100% white), undressed, and took a swim in the light blue water\u2026 I am getting emotional talking about this so I better stop but HONESTLY, it is just so beautiful.\u00a0<\/p>\n
My top tip for this place is to simply enjoy every single second of it. Chances are you might not come back here ever again as it is quite remote so just make sure to take in every moment. Ps. Do not take any sand with you no matter how enticing that might be \u2013 it would cost you a lot of money.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Jasmine, Content Marketing<\/h3>\n\n ![\"Happy](\"https:\/\/f.hubspotusercontent40.net\/hubfs\/8511594\/Imported_Blog_Media\/3FA475FC-49A1-4E2F-A583-B8302837D2F1-1024x788.jpg\")
\n Jasmine
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nRotterdam, Netherlands<\/h4>\n
Hey there, it\u2019s your girl Jasmine here, in case you didn\u2019t happen to recognize my writing\u2026 \ud83d\ude09 I am Finnish-Thai and have been a bit all over the world. Many would say I am the laughing Queen here at JoinMyTrip, but what I have to say to that is, when in doubt just laugh. I am all about the aloha vibes and being free-spirited. You might think my favorite travel destination is a tropical warm country, but oh how you are wrong. <\/p>\n
My absolute top travel destination has to be Rotterdam, Netherlands<\/a>. It is not necessarily the most beautiful city (Wow, I am really selling this to you all) but it definitely has its own special charm. I might be a bit bias as I have a great group of friends there that I visit every year. However, I always end up having the best time. Not only are the Dutch people one of the most outgoing people you will ever meet but they are also one of the friendliest. Why Rotterdam over Amsterdam though? Compared to Amsterdam, Rotterdam has fewer tourists and you get a taste of the local lifestyle a little bit more here. I think anyone who ever got a taste of Rotterdam will want to come back because something about this city just keeps pulling me back. <\/p>\nNow comes my top tip for Rotterdam is to rent a bike! This is the best way to get around the city and EVERYONE bikes. Cycle around the city while the dutch wind is blowing in your hair. Also, happy international women\u2019s day to you all! <\/p>\n
Tasneem, Performance Marketing<\/h3>\n\n ![\"Tasneem,](\"https:\/\/f.hubspotusercontent40.net\/hubfs\/8511594\/Imported_Blog_Media\/Screenshot-2021-03-05-at-11_29_35-1024x715.png\")
\n Tasneem
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe Himalayas<\/h4>\n
Hi there, My name is Tasneem, and I\u2019m from India. Since I was a child, traveling has been a significant part of my life. I used to join my parents on their journeys, and then after, I started embarking on my own. My mother has always encouraged me to go on adventures.<\/p>\n
Mountains have long intrigued me. The Himalayas<\/a> are one of my favorite places to explore. My parents took me to Jammu and Kashmir and then to Himachal Pradesh. The state prevails of Beautiful mountains, adventure, flowing rivers, highways, adventure sports, and most important, \u201cPahadi Maggi\u201d. The locations are still hazy in my head, but the sensation is still there.<\/p>\nAfter a few months, I\u2019d like to take a solo trip back to the mountains, rekindling my memories and enjoying life to the fullest.<\/p>\n
Mariellen, Content Writer<\/h3>\n\n ![\"Mariellen.\"](\"https:\/\/f.hubspotusercontent40.net\/hubfs\/8511594\/Imported_Blog_Media\/2017-03-21-08_47_29-1-e1614949077965-1024x771.jpg\")
\n Mariellen
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nScotland<\/h4>\n
Hey, I\u2019m Mariellen, a Finnish-Canadian wanderer. My life has taken me to 27 countries so far, and I hope the future has lots more adventures in store. I miss bustling airports and crowded streets, street artists, and the feeling of being in a place where you know nothing but yourself (okay, maybe your travel friends as well).\u00a0<\/p>\n
A couple of years back my friends and I decided that it was a good idea to go to the Isle of Skye in Scotland<\/a> on a hiking trip. It was March and our idea was to hike from Portree to Quiraing, a total of 60 kilometers there and back. So, off we went! Although the conditions were terrible and we were soaked to the bone by the end, it stayed in my mind as one of the most fun and adventurous journeys. We hiked for many days, pitched our tent in the most beautiful places and hitchhiked at least in a handful of cars, and got to meet some amazing people. Our tent broke from the rain and wind on the last day, so it was not a happy night, but one I can laugh at now looking back.\u00a0<\/p>\nAs a woman, it felt empowering to go on such an adventure and I think that is part of the reason why the trip was so special to me. Although my peers at home doubted if the trip was a good idea, I was able to look at it in hindsight and say: \u2018hey, I did it!\u2019 If there\u2019s an adventure you\u2019ve always dreamed of going on, I say just go for it! It\u2019ll be fun, I promise.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Akshaya, Management Intern<\/h3>\n\n ![\"Akshaya,](\"https:\/\/f.hubspotusercontent40.net\/hubfs\/8511594\/Imported_Blog_Media\/Akshaya-Istanbul-scaled-e1614940697286-1024x781.jpg\")
\n Akshaya
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nTurkey, Istanbul\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe alluring smell of spices at the Grand Bazaar coupled with the breathtaking views of architectural grandeur and the sun setting over the Bosphorus river is what makes me fall in love with Istanbul over and over again.\u00a0<\/p>\n
My idea of a perfect getaway is to never herd around tourist spots but rather to really experience the people and culture of a community. During my stay in Istanbul<\/a>, every morning I saw myself gravitating towards Velvet Cafe.\u00a0 A small place located in an alleyway hiding behind Galata Towers. I tuck into a Turkish breakfast and a cappuccino for a flavourful morning.\u00a0<\/p>\nAs I type my experience in Istanbul, I can\u2019t help but reminisce about my walk to Suleymaniye Mosque interacting with friendly locals guiding my way. I reached Suleymaniye Mosque during the early hours of the day escaping the hustle and bustle. Once I reached, I stood still and completely in shock! The spellbinding architecture of magnificent domes is surely a symbol of opulence penetrating the skyline that took me to a whole new world. Over the years, I realized travel for me is a mere escape to find a home away from home.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Juliana, Business Development Intern<\/h3>\n\n ![\"international](\"https:\/\/f.hubspotusercontent40.net\/hubfs\/8511594\/Imported_Blog_Media\/mom-and-me-in-florence-e1614940907364-1024x791.jpg\")
\n Juliana
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFlorence, Italy<\/h4>\n
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Europe<\/h4>\n
Coming from Australia<\/a>, international travel was never as easy as just driving over a border. No matter which country you want to explore you always need a passport, a flight, and a different currency.<\/p>\n In my early 20s, it seemed as though all my friends were too poor or lazy (sorry friends!), so eventually, I gave up on waiting and booked my own adventure around Europe<\/a>. Being a single female, solo-travel can be incredibly scary, so I opted for a group travel tour. It was an absolutely incredible experience. Suddenly you\u2019re thrown into cultures you\u2019ve never experienced, trusting people you\u2019ve just met, and by the end of it, you\u2019re life-long friends.<\/p>\n People ask me what my favorite destination of the tour was, but I honestly can\u2019t choose. I believe your connection to a place depends on the memories you make there. I loved cycling through Paris<\/a> on a warm summer day. Sliding down a snowy mountain in Switzerland<\/a>. Eating home-made Italian pasta in Tuscany. Getting lost in the streets of Venice. Paragliding in Austria<\/a>. Cruising down the canals in Amsterdam, and enjoying the local cabaret shows in London.<\/p>\n My tip for anywhere<\/em> you travel to: Embrace the local culture and chat with the local people. In my experience, that is how the best memories are made.<\/p>\n My all-time favorite destination is Portland, Oregon<\/a> in the USA. In 2019 I did a small road trip through the Pacific Northwest and that city was just mesmerizing and truly amazing. I don\u2019t even know where to start!<\/p>\n First of all, the food scene is super diverse and interesting. If you\u2019re planning your next culinary adventure, definitely go there. Because Portland is all about community, you can find soooo many cute little restaurants and caf\u00e9s that sell unique dishes and drinks. I had the absolute best (Egyptian) coffee in Portland, located in an old London Bus from the last century! And this place really shows what the city is about: redefining existing rules\u00a0while still cherishing what\u2019s there already.<\/p>\n The second thing that really stuck with me was the nature in and around the city. Not only you have stunning landscapes in the state of Oregon but also right in the heart of Portland. I\u2019m speaking about Forest Park, one of the country\u2019s largest urban forest reserves. The special thing about that park is that it seems so much more like a jungle because the park authority doesn\u2019t really interfere with the natural environment. You can get really lost there so I recommend staying on the trails, such as the Wildwood Trail (really good for a nice hike). Once we can travel again, I definitely want to go back and immerse myself in this beautiful mosaique of Portland.<\/p>\n The town in the south of Spain<\/a> hasn\u2019t been on my radar, but it was destiny: I got accepted for my internship and what can I say? It was love at first sight! I still remember when I first visited the \u201cPlaza de Espana\u201d \u2013 I was speechless (and that doesn\u2019t happen very often \u2013 ask my colleagues :D). The city has so many beautiful places, the people are so nice and so relaxed, the food is great \u2013 and there is no way you won\u2019t love this city. \u201cSevilla Tiene un color especial\u201d (Sevilla has a very special color) \u2013 that\u2019s 100% true. <\/p>\n Watching beautiful sunsets at the \u201cTriana Bridge\u201d, having tapas in the barrio Santa Cruz, exploring the little sister of the Alhambra \u201cAlcaz\u00e1r\u201d, partying until dawn on one of the terraces at the river, strolling around the \u201cAlameda\u201d, watching the people dancing flamenco on the streets, enjoying a siesta in the \u201cParque de Maria Luisa\u201d, exploring the abandoned area of the expo in 1992, going shopping in all the small boutiques,\u2026 I could continue forever! Seville will always have a very special place in my heart! Should be on your Spain bucket list! And it\u2019s perfectly located to do a day trip to the beach in Cadiz, to visit Ronda, Malaga, Granada or Cordoba.\u00a0<\/p>\n It took me a little while to decide on my all-time favorite travel destination because so many places in this world are beautiful in their own right. But there is only one place that I have visited that gave me chills and basically brought me to tears (which isn\u2019t THAT special because I cry at everything). This destination was Whitehaven Beach on the Whitsunday Islands, in Australia<\/a>. <\/p>\n I traveled along the East Coast like the real white girl traveler I am and part of it was a 3-day sailing adventure from Airlie Beach to the Whitsundays. The sailing trip itself was so much fun and a great place to meet new people. But arriving on the Whitsunday Islands was the absolute peak. I still remember getting off the boat and walking what felt like forever up to a viewpoint. That\u2019s when the tears set in \u2013 I can\u2019t describe it and pictures don\u2019t do it justice but if I had to imagine what heaven looks like I would say it was this place. We walked down to the beach which is as white as wall paint (I am looking around my room and that is the only thing that is 100% white), undressed, and took a swim in the light blue water\u2026 I am getting emotional talking about this so I better stop but HONESTLY, it is just so beautiful.\u00a0<\/p>\n My top tip for this place is to simply enjoy every single second of it. Chances are you might not come back here ever again as it is quite remote so just make sure to take in every moment. Ps. Do not take any sand with you no matter how enticing that might be \u2013 it would cost you a lot of money.\u00a0<\/p>\n Hey there, it\u2019s your girl Jasmine here, in case you didn\u2019t happen to recognize my writing\u2026 \ud83d\ude09 I am Finnish-Thai and have been a bit all over the world. Many would say I am the laughing Queen here at JoinMyTrip, but what I have to say to that is, when in doubt just laugh. I am all about the aloha vibes and being free-spirited. You might think my favorite travel destination is a tropical warm country, but oh how you are wrong. <\/p>\n My absolute top travel destination has to be Rotterdam, Netherlands<\/a>. It is not necessarily the most beautiful city (Wow, I am really selling this to you all) but it definitely has its own special charm. I might be a bit bias as I have a great group of friends there that I visit every year. However, I always end up having the best time. Not only are the Dutch people one of the most outgoing people you will ever meet but they are also one of the friendliest. Why Rotterdam over Amsterdam though? Compared to Amsterdam, Rotterdam has fewer tourists and you get a taste of the local lifestyle a little bit more here. I think anyone who ever got a taste of Rotterdam will want to come back because something about this city just keeps pulling me back. <\/p>\n Now comes my top tip for Rotterdam is to rent a bike! This is the best way to get around the city and EVERYONE bikes. Cycle around the city while the dutch wind is blowing in your hair. Also, happy international women\u2019s day to you all! <\/p>\n Hi there, My name is Tasneem, and I\u2019m from India. Since I was a child, traveling has been a significant part of my life. I used to join my parents on their journeys, and then after, I started embarking on my own. My mother has always encouraged me to go on adventures.<\/p>\n Mountains have long intrigued me. The Himalayas<\/a> are one of my favorite places to explore. My parents took me to Jammu and Kashmir and then to Himachal Pradesh. The state prevails of Beautiful mountains, adventure, flowing rivers, highways, adventure sports, and most important, \u201cPahadi Maggi\u201d. The locations are still hazy in my head, but the sensation is still there.<\/p>\n After a few months, I\u2019d like to take a solo trip back to the mountains, rekindling my memories and enjoying life to the fullest.<\/p>\n Hey, I\u2019m Mariellen, a Finnish-Canadian wanderer. My life has taken me to 27 countries so far, and I hope the future has lots more adventures in store. I miss bustling airports and crowded streets, street artists, and the feeling of being in a place where you know nothing but yourself (okay, maybe your travel friends as well).\u00a0<\/p>\n A couple of years back my friends and I decided that it was a good idea to go to the Isle of Skye in Scotland<\/a> on a hiking trip. It was March and our idea was to hike from Portree to Quiraing, a total of 60 kilometers there and back. So, off we went! Although the conditions were terrible and we were soaked to the bone by the end, it stayed in my mind as one of the most fun and adventurous journeys. We hiked for many days, pitched our tent in the most beautiful places and hitchhiked at least in a handful of cars, and got to meet some amazing people. Our tent broke from the rain and wind on the last day, so it was not a happy night, but one I can laugh at now looking back.\u00a0<\/p>\n As a woman, it felt empowering to go on such an adventure and I think that is part of the reason why the trip was so special to me. Although my peers at home doubted if the trip was a good idea, I was able to look at it in hindsight and say: \u2018hey, I did it!\u2019 If there\u2019s an adventure you\u2019ve always dreamed of going on, I say just go for it! It\u2019ll be fun, I promise.\u00a0<\/p>\n The alluring smell of spices at the Grand Bazaar coupled with the breathtaking views of architectural grandeur and the sun setting over the Bosphorus river is what makes me fall in love with Istanbul over and over again.\u00a0<\/p>\n My idea of a perfect getaway is to never herd around tourist spots but rather to really experience the people and culture of a community. During my stay in Istanbul<\/a>, every morning I saw myself gravitating towards Velvet Cafe.\u00a0 A small place located in an alleyway hiding behind Galata Towers. I tuck into a Turkish breakfast and a cappuccino for a flavourful morning.\u00a0<\/p>\n As I type my experience in Istanbul, I can\u2019t help but reminisce about my walk to Suleymaniye Mosque interacting with friendly locals guiding my way. I reached Suleymaniye Mosque during the early hours of the day escaping the hustle and bustle. Once I reached, I stood still and completely in shock! The spellbinding architecture of magnificent domes is surely a symbol of opulence penetrating the skyline that took me to a whole new world. Over the years, I realized travel for me is a mere escape to find a home away from home.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n
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\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/figure>\nStella, CRM<\/h3>\n
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nPortland, Oregon<\/h4>\n
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\n <\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/figure>\nAnna, Business Development Manager<\/h3>\n
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nSevilla, My pearl of Andalusia\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Alex, Head of Customer Service<\/h3>\n
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWhitehaven Beach<\/h4>\n
Jasmine, Content Marketing<\/h3>\n
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nRotterdam, Netherlands<\/h4>\n
Tasneem, Performance Marketing<\/h3>\n
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe Himalayas<\/h4>\n
Mariellen, Content Writer<\/h3>\n
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nScotland<\/h4>\n
Akshaya, Management Intern<\/h3>\n
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nTurkey, Istanbul\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Juliana, Business Development Intern<\/h3>\n
\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFlorence, Italy<\/h4>\n
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