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2019 Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers

Welcome to my 2019 Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers! I’ve hand selected these innovative, useful, and fun holiday gifts for travelers according to what I’d personally love to see under my Christmas tree, so you definitely know they’re legit!

Many of them are items I always have with me, and that says a lot since I’m a full time traveler! Whether your budget is big or small, there’s something on here for everyone!

And let’s not forget…the best gift of all is the gift of travel! Be sure to check out my #MyLifesATravelTRIBE Group Trip gift cards that will help send your favorite traveler on an epic adventure!

Group Trip Travel Gift Card

I wasn’t joking! Travel is seriously the best gift you can give to a traveler, so I created the option to send a travel voucher to anyone who is confirmed on my 2020 #MyLifesATravelTRIBE Group Trips! Email me personally to get one (alyssa @ mylifesamovie.com).

Just throwing it out there that one girl’s mom got her the India group trip last year as a graduation present! Which is what gave me the idea to include it in my holiday gift guide for travelers!

DJI Osmo Camera + Gimbal

Cost: $399

This nifty gadget is GoPro’s biggest competitor and has an extra perk to offer! The DJI Osmo is a gimbal (device used to keep the camera steady while filming) that comes with a built-in camera, but it can also be removed and replaced with your smartphone! So you get the action cam AND a gimbal for the same price as a GoPro!

DJI Mavic MINI

FINALLY, DJI came out with a drone that’s easy for everyone to use! It’s small, lightweight, and way cheaper than the regular sized DJI Mavic Pro that I’ve been lugging all over the world. Definitely worth it for travelers who love photography and videography!

GoPro Hero 8

Cost: $399

I know I know, another updated version of the GoPro. It’s like the story of all of our iPhone lives! The new and improved version features something none of the later models have though…outputs for accessories like flashes and microphones! It also has the hypersmooth stabilization (that makes a gimbal not required) and a new timewarp feature.

SkyRoam Solis X Wifi Hotspot + Camera

Cost: $179

For the traveler who’s also a digital nomad, social media maven, or who just likes the reassurance of staying connected! The SkyRoam Solis is a Wifi hotspot with 4G connectivity and a built in charger, AKA everything your favorite traveler needs to function just like they normally would at home! The latest version also has a built in camera! It’s definitely something that’s always packed in my travel bag! 

Pixelbook Travel Laptop/Tablet

Cost: $649

Lately I’ve been using the new Google Pixelbook while I travel, and I absolutely love it! It’s a laptop and tablet in one, and extremely thin, lightweight, and affordable! Added perks of this device are that you can download apps like LightRoom Mobile (super easy to edit on a bigger screen), and Netflix which you can watch offline!

Slash-Proof Seatbelt Bag

Another item I can swear by since it’s lasted me three years of rugged traveling; bags made out of seatbelts which make them slash proof and durable. I’ve literally flown off a motorcycle and landed on mine and it didn’t have a scratch slash also probably saved my life.

Travel Compression Bags

I’ve been using travel compression bags to pack for the last 6 years, and wouldn’t be able to fit all of my things without them! They’re super easy to use, do NOT require a vacuum (you roll the air out like in the photo), and will keep your clothes organized, and taking up only 1/3 of the space!

Bamboo Straw and Utensils

Help your favorite traveler go green and reduce plastic waste when they’re on their journeys! Single use plastic is RUINING our planet, and used so much when we travel, so these bamboo utensils , straw, and toothbrush are an ideal alternative. Plus it makes a super cute gift!

Annual Travel Insurance Plan

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The only thing exciting about getting a Travel Insurance plan as a holiday gift is that it’s one less thing your favorite traveler has to worry about paying for. Not joking. Even I don’t want to shell out an annual fee of only $129, even though it covers emergencies, trip cancellations, lost luggage, etc. Feels really good to have it…especially when someone else gets it for you. Get a Free 10-Day Look with Allianz Global Assistance, a world leader in travel insurance. Get a free quote now.

There’s also a new travel + medical insurance company for nomads that’s pretty affordable and would make a great gift! It’s called Safety Wing! Check it out!

‘1000 Places to See Before You Die’

 

The first travel book I ever bought, and actually my inspiration for pursuing a career in travel writing! It’s also the perfect gift for the wanderlust traveler, and those looking for some solid travel tips!

Pepper Spray

For peace of mind…mostly for yourself. Yes, it is legal to carry pepper spray with you when you travel, and it’s even TSA approved! I would know since I’ve carried this exact one with me to over twenty countries!

Scratch Off Map

The easy go-to gift for any wanderluster, whether they’ve traveled to seventy two countries (like me), or are just getting started mapping out their journey (like me three years ago).

Multiple Time Zone Watch

This is something I’ve actually always wanted, a multiple time zone watch! Mostly to help when it comes to posting Instagram photos at the right time, and not waking friends and family up in the middle of the night when I’m on the other side of the world.

Travel Chord Organizer

So simple yet so overlooked! I actually had to makeshift my own travel chord organizer, but it looks most similar to this on, so this is what I’d recommend. I’ve never felt more responsible in my whole life.

Solid Shampoo

For once, you can get away with giving toiletries as a holiday present! This smart product eliminates the need to rely on TSA sized liquid shampoos, not to mention the good chance they’ll leak in your luggage! Especially awesome for roadtrips and camping!

Carry-on Cocktail Kit

I mean, this doesn’t really need a description does it? EVERY traveler (besides the sober ones) will appreciate getting a Carry On Cocktail Kit! ….Including me.

World Map Necklace

The next best thing you can give a traveler after an actual tattoo of the map, is this cute little world map necklace! It may tarnish, but at least it’ll be easier to take off than a tattoo! A lot of people ask where I get mine from when I wear it in photos…they’ll be super excited that you now know!

Collapsible Water Bottle

Eco-friendly, and convenient! Think of how many times you’ll save your favorite traveler from having to buy an overpriced water bottle at the airport with this handy dandy collapsible water bottle!

Rainbow Umbrella

For the aspiring travel influencer who might be going to a not-so-sunny destination next, and needs a little pop of color for their photographs.

Tilt Neck Pillow

Forget those traditional toilet-seat-looking neck pillows that are impossible to figure out! This one offers the actual neck support your traveler needs to fall asleep just about anywhere sitting up. I always rave about this thing because it makes me sleep for HOURS on flights!

Portable Toothbrush

Because mini travel size toothbrushes just make sense when you’re traveling. Especially on planes! Plus, did someone say “useful stocking stuffer”?

Waterproof Fold-able Makeup Case

This can be used for a lot of other things too! I personally wouldn’t even advise taking this much makeup, but this foldable case looks perfect for toiletries too!

Theft-Proof Backpack

The awesome gift every solo traveler wants to get…the gift of not getting your stuff stolen! This theftproof backpack makes it hard to break in, while still being accessible to use.

Poo Purri

For the travelers who stay in hostels, travel couples, or people who just like to be polite. This nifty little product will make you have unicorn poo.

Scrubba Portable Washing Machine

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They’ll never have to worry about dirty clothes while traveling again with the Scrubba Portable Laundry System! All you have to do is add water, soap, and dirty clothes, then shake, scrub, rinse, and repeat! The Scrubba bag itself also doubles as a drybag, in case you’re heading out on a boat, or folds up really small so it doesn’t take up space in your bag!

Disclaimer: This post contains Amazon affiliate links, which means I may get a small percentage if you buy something you click on, which goes towards my travel funds and ability to post free information on here for you!

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Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
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Traveled solo in China earlier this year and became slightly obsessed! Out of the now 150 countries I’ve been to, I think it might actually be in my top 10! That’s why I had to add it to our group trips! We are officially 1 year away from our Zhangjiajie - Chongqing - Beijing/Shanghai group adventure with just a few spots left! ***Comment “China” and I’ll send you the trip info, and also an option to see my general blog post about it with tips (but PLZ don’t copy it for business purposes 🙏) If you’re on my level of adventure-obsessed, this is definitely the trip for you! It includes all of my favorite activities I did, like the Skyscraper Rappelling, Cloud Walk and Swing, Motorcycle video shoot, and alllllll the Avatar mountain things! Btw can you tell I’m wearing an “Avatar” outfit doing the zip line in the Avatar Mountains? 🤓 I’ll also be curious to see if we can recreate my Great Wall of China pics with no people from when I was there almost 10 years ago…before people-remover was a basic editing feature!
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I prefer the word “adventurous”. Would you do this? Read first for context! This is the notorious “Devil’s Pool” at the top of Victoria Falls, on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe! I will not tell you it’s not dangerous or that it’s safe, just that the locals have created a safe-as-possible experience here that allows you to swim in this pool due to the steep and wide lip of the falls. So it’s not just a river that ends over the edge, it first goes in a deep pool, which would stop any large object, like a human, from going over the edge. There are ropes involved and also someone is holding onto your foot when you’re at the edge… I’ll show that BTS next! I’ve done this 3 times and it’s definitely a thrill! It’s also freezing and my main fear was the crocodiles and hippos that also live in the Zambezi River! Follow for more unique adventures from 150+ countries of solo female traveling!
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No salt, sharks, or crowds at this crystal clear "beach" in North Macedonia! That's because it's a lake! Lake Ohrid is famous for European vacations and it's pretty affordable there as well! Commend "Balkans" and I'll send you my full customized roadtrip itinerary for here and some of the other Balkans like Kosovo, Albania, and Montenegro! ------- Follow @mylifesatravelmovie , one of the first original solo travel "influencers" for tips and info on unique, rare, and misunderstood destinations!
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No salt, sharks, or crowds at this crystal clear "beach" in North Macedonia! That's because it's a lake! Lake Ohrid is famous for European vacations and it's pretty affordable there as well! Commend "Balkans" and I'll send you my full customized roadtrip itinerary for here and some of the other Balkans like Kosovo, Albania, and Montenegro! ------- Follow @mylifesatravelmovie , one of the first original solo travel "influencers" for tips and info on unique, rare, and misunderstood destinations!
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Two words: Affordable Luxury. Add Lake Ohrid in North Macedonia to your "affordable European water destinations", especially if you're not a fan of salt water and chaotic crowds! [Comment "Balkans" and I'll send the full itinerary!] You can reach it by renting a car, taking the bus, or booking a tour, and I've written out all the details, tips, and itinerary! This is probably the prettiest lake I've seen in Europe, and I've been to almost every European country!! Would you go here?? ◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇ For anyone new here, hi! I'm Alyssa Ramos of @mylifesatravelmovie, one of the very first "travel influencers" and now one of the most traveled and most experienced solo female travelers in the world! I've been traveling and creating content for 14 years now, in over 150 countries, and i specialize in solo female adventure travel, and misunderstood destinations! Follow me for unique places, useful tips, and to join my trips!
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Add Lake Ohrid in North Macedonia to your "affordable European water destinations", especially if you're not a fan of salt water and chaotic crowds! [Comment "Balkans" and I'll send the full itinerary!] You can reach it by renting a car, taking the bus, or booking a tour, and I've written out all the details, tips, and itinerary! This is probably the prettiest lake I've seen in Europe, and I've been to almost every European country!! Would you go here?? ◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇◇ For anyone new here, hi! I'm Alyssa Ramos of @mylifesatravelmovie, one of the very first "travel influencers" and now one of the most traveled and most experienced solo female travelers in the world! I've been traveling and creating content for 14 years now, in over 150 countries, and i specialize in solo female adventure travel, and misunderstood destinations! Follow me for unique places, useful tips, and to join my trips!
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Went to the viral Underwater Wine Cellar in Kotor, Montenegro and here's my honest feedback as someone who lives on a vineyard by the sea in Italy! [Comment "Kotor" and I'll send you the extensive detailed Balkans Roadtrip itinerary and tips I just made, including all the info to go here!] It's definitely a unique concept, I've only seen one other like it in Sardinia but they don't offer tastings like this. So 10/10 for the idea to do a floating barge Wine bar! The wine was pretty good, not sure about the pricing at €55 per bottle minimum and no option for wine by the glass. Also it was very expensive to get there... €100 for a 20 minute round-trip water taxi.. Also you don't really dive down for your own bottle they pull up a crate and take it from there but you can ask if you can go do it! I didn't feel it was most welcoming vibe but it was also high season and they're super popular so... 🙃 What do you think? Would you spend $150+ for this experience?? --------------- For anyone new here, hi! I'm Alyssa Ramos of @mylifesatravelmovie, one of the very first "travel influencers" and now one of the most traveled and most experienced solo female travelers in the world! I've been traveling and creating content for 14 years now, in over 150 countries, and i specialize in solo female adventure travel, and misunderstood destinations! Follow me for unique places, useful tips, and to join my trips!
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Went to the viral Underwater Wine Cellar in Kotor, Montenegro and here's my honest feedback as someone who lives on a vineyard by the sea in Italy! [Comment "Kotor" and I'll send you the extensive detailed Balkans Roadtrip itinerary and tips I just made, including all the info to go here!] It's definitely a unique concept, I've only seen one other like it in Sardinia but they don't offer tastings like this. So 10/10 for the idea to do a floating barge Wine bar! The wine was pretty good, not sure about the pricing at €55 per bottle minimum and no option for wine by the glass. Also it was very expensive to get there... €100 for a 20 minute round-trip water taxi.. Also you don't really dive down for your own bottle they pull up a crate and take it from there but you can ask if you can go do it! I didn't feel it was most welcoming vibe but it was also high season and they're super popular so... 🙃 What do you think? Would you spend $150+ for this experience?? --------------- For anyone new here, hi! I'm Alyssa Ramos of @mylifesatravelmovie, one of the very first "travel influencers" and now one of the most traveled and most experienced solo female travelers in the world! I've been traveling and creating content for 14 years now, in over 150 countries, and i specialize in solo female adventure travel, and misunderstood destinations! Follow me for unique places, useful tips, and to join my trips!
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Did you really do a Europe Roadtrip if you didn’t end up driving on a pedestrian street? That was one of my biggest travel fails of the recent Balkans Roadtrip, and it was because of a rookie mistake — Forgetting to activate my eSIM for Kosovo before driving across the border! Your international data likely will not work well in Kosovo, so you have to get an eSIM for service, because otherwise your little blue dot will just be bouncing around everywhere and you’ll likely get lost, and led down a pedestrian street (one of the most embarassing and nerve wrecking travel fails of all time). I recommend using @AloSIM because it’s affordable and extremely easy to use and install! Please use my code: TRAVELMOVIE for an extra 15% off, which is especially helpful for the bigger Global eSIM packages! Comment “Balkans” and I’ll send you my free detailed travel guide for roadtripping in the Balkans, and also a really easy step-by-step guide for how to use an eSIM!
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