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This view of one of the Vienna Christmas markets Stephansplatz at St. Stephen's Cathedral you can find across the street, where lit Christmas trees surround the small square.
Europe · Austria · winter

Vienna Christmas Markets: A Comprehensive Guide to visiting Vienna for 2025

If you’re looking for some of the best Christmas markets in Europe, and ones that are open on Christmas Day, then visit Vienna! One of the best parts about visiting Vienna at Christmas is that the city’s…

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This is quintessential Vermont in the fall with small town farms and fall foliage adorning them.
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Ultimate New England Road Trip Ideas: From a Local!

As a Bostonian and New Englander, I may be a bit biased, but I believe one of the best road trips in the USA is a New England road trip, especially in the fall. There really isn’t…

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Where to Stay in Copenhagen your First Time: The ONLY guide you’ll need!
Denmark · Europe

Where to Stay in Copenhagen your First Time: The ONLY guide you’ll need!

Copenhagen is one of the best city breaks in Europe, and it’s easy to see why. The city is compact, making it easy to walk around and explore if you’re staying in the main, historical district. Although…

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This is one of the best views of Big Ben and Parliament, and all you have to do is cross the River Thames and turn right down the pedestrian path that overlooks the area!
England · Europe

Where to Stay in London First Time: Advice from a Local!

If you’re visiting London for the first time, where you want to stay all depends on how central to the city you want to be (since London is massive) and your budget. London was recently named one…

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Tower Bridge is one of the most iconic points of interest in London and needs to be on your 4 day London itinerary. This English, neo-gothic architecture of two towers connected by a bridge between over the Thames is quite impressive. The bridge is intricately decorated with blue hues throughout, and the best way to see it is from the Tower of London!
Europe · England

4 Day Itinerary London: the ONLY one you’ll need!

London is one of the most popular cities in the world to visit, and it’s easy to see why. London and England have a fascinating history, unique architecture, a reliable transport system, and beautiful neighborhoods and green…

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These brownstones you'll find in Back Bay and they melt together seamlessly, of course with beautiful foliage climbing up its sides, and adorning double doors.
New England · Massachusetts

Where to Stay in Boston First Time: A Local’s Recommendations

If you’re looking for the best place to stay in Boston, especially if it’s your first time, well, you’ve landed on the right blog. Even though I’ve travelled around the world, Boston remains one of my favorite…

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Hey all! My name is Melissa, but everyone calls me Meliss. Originally from the USA my husband and I moved from Boston to London for fun to travel and explore the world!

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This view of one of the Vienna Christmas markets Stephansplatz at St. Stephen's Cathedral you can find across the street, where lit Christmas trees surround the small square.
Europe · Austria · winter

Vienna Christmas Markets: A Comprehensive Guide to visiting Vienna for 2025

This is quintessential Vermont in the fall with small town farms and fall foliage adorning them.
New England

Ultimate New England Road Trip Ideas: From a Local!

Where to Stay in Copenhagen your First Time: The ONLY guide you’ll need!
Denmark · Europe

Where to Stay in Copenhagen your First Time: The ONLY guide you’ll need!

This is one of the best views of Big Ben and Parliament, and all you have to do is cross the River Thames and turn right down the pedestrian path that overlooks the area!
England · Europe

Where to Stay in London First Time: Advice from a Local!

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Provincetown, Cape Cod has some of the most beautiful and historic neighborhoods on Cape Cod. This popular house on Commercial Street always is decorated with hydrangeas and a patriotic American flag all summer.

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here's everything you need to know for hiking Machu Picchu Peru especially if it's your first time

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Paris is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, and for good reason! Here's one of the best views of the Eiffel Tower in Paris at Rue de l'Universite. This street will end up in a dead end with four to five story Parisian buildings on either side and the Eiffel Tower right in the middle, surrounded by lovely foliage.

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I took my baby to the Cape for the day from Boston I took my baby to the Cape for the day from Boston, and you can too! 

Many don’t realize that Cape Cod is a fairly big place. Depending on summer traffic, it can easily take you hours to go, as Bostonians call it, up or down the Cape.

If you want to take the perfect day trip to the Cape, you’ll need to decide if you want to drive or take a ferry. You can easily take a ferry from Boston to Provincetown, which is one of the towns on the Cape that I will say has more to see and do, and a vast array of restaurants. 

If you want to drive, you’re going to be more limited where you can go and how much you can see. I only say this because there’s only so much time I’m sure you want to spend in the car, versus actually enjoying your day trip. 

One of my best beaches on the Cape that you can reach by car from Boston is Sandy Neck Beach. This has a large public parking lot with bathrooms, and even some food trucks if you’re lucky!

If you’ve never been to the Cape before, it definitely takes some insider knowledge and help your first time. The population explodes in the summer, as it’s where many locals spend their summertime as well. 

And yes- if you want to experience these beautiful hydrangeas, they only bloom during a certain time in the summer! I have a whole blog post about the best places to see hydrangeas on Cape Cod as well as the best beach towns in New England if you’re interested!

The Cape has some of the best beaches in America. If you’re wanting to visit for the day, or plan an incredible trip to the Cape and its islands Martha’s Vineyard or Nantucket, get in touch! 

💌hello@melissmeetsworld.com or melissa.laverty@fourhundred.com
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Even though I’ve traveled to 40+ countries, Nantuc Even though I’ve traveled to 40+ countries, Nantucket is still one of my favorite places I’ve visited. 

I always recommend staying a few nights on the island, but a day trip is also doable as well. You can even stay on the Cape for a few nights, and of course I know all the best spots to stay as well. 

I have lots more information on the blog, but if you want some help planning from someone who knows these areas well, and don’t want to have to spend the time to do the research or experience decision fatigue, get in touch! 

My DMs are always open! 
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A few reasons why you shouldn’t plan your next tri A few reasons why you shouldn’t plan your next trip without me! 

As I’ve said before, if you’re booking luxury hotels already, you’re losing out on so many perks if you’re not booking with an advisor. 

I can simply book your next hotel stay, or plan every detail of every day of your next trip. 

If you have any questions as to how it works, just get in touch! My DMs are always open 🥰.
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👇🏼Steal my Amalfi Coast 7 Day Itinerary! The Amal 👇🏼Steal my Amalfi Coast 7 Day Itinerary!

The Amalfi Coast is incredible, and really requires an experienced traveler to have a seamless trip. 

This itinerary doesn’t have to plan itself. Never worked with a travel advisor? I can plan your entire trip including booking you into the best hotels and arranging the best itineraries. 

I can also can get you extra perks you can’t get booking yourself!

🇮🇹Naples 
Day 1
*Spend the day at Centro Historico and Santa Chiara
*Dinner at L’Antica Pizzerua da Michele- we waited 90 minutes for a seat but I still dream about this pizza! The best I’ve ever had!
*Next morning have breakfast at Gran Caffè Gambrinus (the best coffee drinks and tiramisu!)

🇮🇹Capri 2 nights, ferry from Naples
Day 2
*Take the funicular up explore Capri town, visit Giardini di
Augusto
*Make sure to explore Capri town and get icecream at Buonocore Gelateria Pasticceria Gastronomia e Tavola Calda
*Take a taxi or bus to Anacapri to see Church San Michele
*Dinner at La Zagara

Day 3
*Explore Marina Piccola
*Take a kayak tour to the iconic caves
*Visit Bagni Internazionali Capri beach

🇮🇹Positano 2 nights
Day 4
*Ferry from Capri
*Explore this beautiful town built in the cliffs
*Sunset boat cruise with Bluestar Positano

Day 5
*Beach day at Positano Spiaggia
*Lunch at Chez Black
*Dinner at Aldo’s at Le Sirenuse
*Rooftop bar at Casa Albertina

🇮🇹Ravello 1 night
Day 6
*Ferry from Positano to Amalfi, bus from Amalfi to Ravello
*Visit Villa Cimbrone, Villa Rufulo
*Eat at Ravelllo Osteria Italiana for dinner and Hotel Villa Maria for drinks
*Have a 5 star luxury stay or visit the bar at Palazzo Avino

Day 7
*Day trip to Pompeii, taxi from Ravello to Pompeii
Pompeii
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Hi! I’m Melissa… For those of you who want to rea Hi! I’m Melissa…

For those of you who want to read my full story, it’s on my blog MelissMeetsWorld.com.

If you want the highlights, here they are!
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‘Your flight has been canceled’, are the last word ‘Your flight has been canceled’, are the last words anyone wants to wake up to. 

⬇️Here’s why you never have to worry about emails like this again if you book with a travel advisor. 

Have you ever had a cancelled or delayed flight, weren’t able to get yourself re-booked easily, or needed to stay an extra night? 

This was my reality when trying to move back to the USA from London. We woke up the morning of our flight to an email that our flight had been canceled, and the flight we were rebooked on had a connection and would take much longer than I thought I could handle with a six month old…not to mention having to deal with four large pieces of luggage. 

If I hadn’t spent years of my life traveling, and work as a travel advisor, I would have absolutely freaked out. I knew exactly how to work the system to find another direct flight, with the premium seats that I still needed traveling with an infant. It only took me a matter of minutes to rebook my flight, and working with a travel advisor we provide rebooking service services for you. 

We can also secure hotel reservations, which is exactly what I did, since all the direct flights were sold out that day and I would need to travel a day later than anticipated. 

I also knew because of the reason for our cancellation that we would be eligible for a refund. Travel insurance in these situations is also SO important, and I can guide you through every step of the way of what insurance is right for you. I found out today our flight is being reimbursed and then some, and it’s only because of my experience that I was able to make this happen so quickly. 

I’m SO happy be back in the USA. Even as an experienced traveler, I still had to deal with a canceled flight- and for my move back to London of all flights! 

This can happen to anyone, because let’s face it- it happens! If you’re planning any travel and not sure where to begin, or like to plan your own trips but want extra perks by simply booking with me, reach out!

Americana New England summer incoming! Stay tuned!!!

📧Feel free to send me a DM or email Melissa.Laverty@fourhundred.com
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Why is France one of my FAVE countries?! Here’s a Why is France one of my FAVE countries?! Here’s a 7 Day Itinerary for Paris and Provence! 

As a former Londoner, there’s a reason why my husband and I keep going back to both of these destinations. Paris is the perfect city, and a great one to visit if it’s your first time in Europe or France. Provence is that perfect getaway from the city, so the combination is always a winner. 

📧If you want to take the stress out of planning your next trip, or don’t even know where to start, get in touch! I work as a luxury travel advisor who’s traveled to France countless times and can give you all the help you need!!

🇫🇷Day 1: Marvel at the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysees, and see the opera!
Start your day at the Eiffel Tower
Have lunch with views of the Eiffel Tower at Le Recrutement, Au Bon Accueil, or Linette
Continue to the free Petit Palais 
Enjoy the Opera or a tour at the Palais Garnier

🇫🇷Day 2: Explore Le Marais & the Louvre
Start your day at Cafe de Flore
Wander through the Tuileries Garden and the Louvre 
Spend the evening in Le Marais
Dinner near Notre Dame 

🇫🇷Day 3: See the city like a local in Montmartre
Visit Musee de l’Orangerie
Stroll around Montmartre
Watch the sunset from Sacre Coeur

🇫🇷Day 4 Fly from Paris to Provence (Marseille)
Visit Roussillon and Gorde’s famous Abbaye Notre-Dame de Seneque
Watch the sunset in Gordes 

🇫🇷Day 5 Explore the Luberon region of Provence
Have dinner in Menerbes at La Bastide de Marie

🇫🇷Day 6 Spend the day in Aix-en-Provence and Plateau de Valensole

🇫🇷Day 7 Shop the Provence Markets
Travel day home! 

If you want to book your next trip to Paris or France, feel free to send me a message!
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Why you NEED to hire a travel advisor…to convince Why you NEED to hire a travel advisor…to convince you to add cities like 🇬🇷Athens into your itinerary when many treat it spot like a stopover. 

I’m so glad I didn’t listen to everyone when they said it’s not worth it to stay in Athens. My husband and I loved the city of Athens, and would go back and visit again.

Here’s a few tips on how to spend 3 days in Athens, or you can reach out and I can plan it for you!

🇬🇷Day 1: Settle into the Plaka neighborhood

What are the best things to do in Athens?
Wander the Plaka and Psyri neighborhoods. The Plaka neighborhood is very picturesque, but also since it’s right next to the Acropolis it is very touristy. I would still recommend staying here, and there are lots of beautiful properties.

If you wander off the beaten path you’ll find the most quaint streets. I would recommend if you’re searching for the best places to eat head to the Psyri neighborhood. Since we didn’t research too many restaurants in the area we went off Google recommendations. After dinner we walked around the side streets and found bars packed with people on high tops, quite enjoying themselves…it was such a lively atmosphere.

🇬🇷Day 2: Visit the museum before the Acropolis

The first full day of your itinerary will include Filopappeau Hill to get a bird ‘s-eye view of the city and the Acropolis Museum. Since our hotel was located near the Acropolis and city center, it took us only around twenty minutes to walk from our hotel to the top of the hill. 

It was an easy hike, and then we headed to the Acropolis Museum after. My husband and I love doing this for each city we visit, getting a bird’s-eye view on the first day that we’re there to help us get a better sense of the city!

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