I’m just going to put this out there. Iceland is ridiculously beautiful. There’s been a rise in tourism there and a ton of hype. Over these past 5 years, you couldn’t go on Facebook without seeing one of your friends sharing photos of Iceland. I needed to see for myself and now that I’m […]
Ultimate Travel Itineraries
Travel itineraries are sometimes a pain in the ass to create but when it’s done, you are sure grateful you have one. Don’t worry, we got you covered!
The bread and butter of Going Awesome Places are the crazy detailed trip itineraries for destinations that travellers won’t be able to find anywhere else. Here you’ll find a collection of itineraries that are created to help you, the reader, to put together the travel plans for own trip. Now you won’t necessarily copy the customized itinerary line by line but the hope is that there’ll be tidbits of knowledge that you’ll be able to take away and also answer a lot of your questions.
The best place to start is in The Art of Trip Planning which covers our methodology of crafting and designing itineraries. There’s certainly a step-by-step process that we go through but it also comes from experience and knowing our own travel style and preferences. Inside you’ll find access to our custom itinerary planner tool.
24 Hours in Shanghai for Less Than $25
This was originally written as a guest post on eTramping.com Shanghai is many things. It’s a model city for light speed growth and progress – it’s one of the most forward thinking cosmopolitans in the world. It’s a city rich with nostalgia with colonial days gone past. It’s a city that never sleeps with its […]
3 Day Calgary Itinerary – Adventure in the City to the Mountains
If you have a weekend or 3 days to work with and you’re looking to do an easy trip to a beautiful west coast city in Canada that has that perfect balance of drop dead scenery, adventure, culture, and culinary, then look no further than Calgary. This is an adventurous 3 day Calgary itinerary that […]
9 Day Omo Valley Ethiopia Itinerary (Advice and Tips from A Real Traveller)
The opportunity to go back in time and view a land frozen in time in Ethiopia’s South Omo Valley region was unforgettable in many respects. The nine days I spent there were not always the easiest but the inside access I had into the tribes of Omo was like something lifted straight out of Discovery Channel. […]
A 1 Day Denver Itinerary – Your 24 hours in Denver
In between the majestic snow-capped Rocky Mountains and a booming metropolis is the perfect balance of the two dynamics, and it’s called Denver, Colorado. On one hand, you have a cool, hip, and trendy urban style that lines the streets; on the other hand, you have the looming slopes and abundance of nature at your […]
One Day In Toronto Itinerary – Exploring the neighbourhoods
Whether you’re a local or you’re visiting, there are a lot of good reasons to grab your car and take a spin around Toronto. Toronto is a city made up of distinct neighbourhoods and sprawling communities that have their own personalities and calling cards. With this one day in Toronto, you’ll get a glimpse of […]
5 Day Puerto Rico Itinerary – What to See, Do, and Eat
What vacation destination provides a fun, affordable getaway with beaches, nightlife, plenty of restaurants to delight foodies, off the beaten path spots, and has history to explore? If that wasn’t enough, what about an island paradise that doesn’t even require a passport if you’re a U.S. citizen? Puerto Rico provides the best balance of everything […]
2 Week Peru Itinerary – Inca Trail and Amazon Jungle
As far as trips go, my two weeks in Peru achieved a level of legendary status that I nor my companions will ever forget. It was my first trip to South America and I will certainly say not the last. Whether it was spotting macaws early in the morning, meeting local families, wandering ancient ruins, or exploring the […]
Iceland 6 Day Itinerary Road Trip
So you’ve booked a round trip flight to Iceland. What next? Well time to plan that trip of course! With an Iceland 6 days itinerary, you’ll have limited time to work with to enjoy this awe-inspiring land but it’s do-able! This road trip gives you the best balance of the popular attractions in the Golden […]
24 Hours in London Itinerary
Serving almost 70 million people annually, London’s Heathrow airport is among the busiest in the world. If you haven’t already, you may one day find yourself with the opportunity to spend some time in this fantastic city, so don’t be stuck unprepared. Learn how to maximize an itinerary with 24 hours in London. Read more […]