How to Visit Rila Monastery: The Perfect Day Trip from Sofia
Just a two-hour drive from Sofia, Rila Monastery is one of Bulgaria’s most stunning and important destinations. Tucked away in the scenic Rila Mountains, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is […]
Nicosia Travel Guide: Best Things to Do in the World’s Last Divided Capital
Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus, is the last divided capital city in the World. Split between the Greek-Cypriot south and the Turkish-controlled north, this city offers a unique experience that […]
Walking Through History: The Stunning Roman Mosaics of Paphos
Tucked away on the sunny southwestern coast of Cyprus, the ancient city of Paphos quietly guards one of the most breathtaking collections of Roman mosaics in the world. Recognized as […]
Is Jordan Safe for Female Travelers in 2025? A Traveler’s First-Hand Experience
If you’re a woman considering traveling solo to the Middle East, you’ve probably wondered: Is Jordan safe for female travelers in 2025? It’s a fair question—and an important one. Jordan […]
Is the Jordan Pass Worth It? A Complete Guide for Travelers to Jordan
If you’re planning to travel to Jordan on a low budget, there’s an essential travel hack you need to know about. It’s called the Jordan Pass and it’s something that […]
How to Visit Petra: All Transportation Options Explained
If you’re planning a trip to Jordan, visiting Petra is probably at the top of your list – and for good reason. This ancient Nabatean city carved into rose-red rock […]
The Cheapest Countries I’ve Ever Visited (And Why You Should Visit Too)
Nothing makes budget-travel more exciting than discovering amazing destinations where your money goes a long way. I’ve traveled to 45 countries so far and many of my all-time favorites are […]
How to Travel Cheap: 7 Budget-Friendly Tips
One of the questions people asked me the most is: how can you travel so much? I get what people mean. They are wondering how the hell I manage to […]
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Backpacking Around the World
Planning my backpacking trip around the World was one of the scariest, most difficult and most overwhelming things I’ve ever done. Deep down I knew it was my destiny to […]
6 Best Countries For First-Time Solo Female Travelers
Thinking about taking your first solo trip as a woman? Solo travel can feel intimidating—especially for women. Unfortunately, we still live in a world where women face unique challenges and safety concerns while traveling. […]
The Most Unique Onsen Town in Japan
There are so many bucket list experiences to have in Japan and one of them is going to an onsen. An onsen is a traditional japanese hot spring and there are beautiful […]
Most Beautiful Towns to Visit in Japan’s Countryside
If you are coming to Japan, you are likely trying to find places that are off-the-beaten-path. Everyone keeps saying that Japan is so crowded and touristic but after visiting more […]
5 Tips to Plan a Budget Trip to Japan
Planning a trip to Japan is one of the most stressful things I’ve ever done. There are so many beautiful places to see and things to experience in Japan. The […]
Best Islands to Visit in Thailand
If you’re looking for a cheap paradise destination, look no further. Thailand is by far the most beautiful and paradisiac country I’ve ever visited! Amazingly enough, it doesn’t come with […]
10 Bucket List Experiences to Have in Japan
People from all over the World are coming to Japan to experience this amazing country. There is so much to see and endless things to experience and that is a […]
Best Things to Do in Valletta, Malta
If you are planning on visiting the beautiful country of Malta and don’t wanna miss out on any of the best things to do in the capital city of Valletta, […]
This Festival in Japan Makes a Whole Town Transform Into Foxes
Since I moved to Japan, I have discovered countless beautiful festivals. They exist all over the country and it’s estimated that there are hundreds of thousands of them in Japan. […]
This Festival Only Happens Twice a Year in Japan
If you are looking to discover the best things to do in Japan, you have probably noticed there is a lot of talk about the many festivals that happen around […]
5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Mdina in Malta
I arrived in Malta 5 days ago and I’ve already fallen in love with it way more than I expected, so if Malta has been on your bucket list for […]
6 Reasons Why You Should Visit This Place in Northern Sweden
Sweden is a stunning country with diverse landscapes stretching from sandy beaches in the South to Arctic wonders in the North. Spanning approximately 1,600 kilometers from top to bottom, Sweden offers […]
Hello!
My name is Andreia and I’m the travel-obsessed girl behind Around The World In Flip Flops 🌍 Here are some random facts about me:
🛫 I have visited 40+ countries and more than 20 of them solo because solo travel is my biggest passion
📍 I’m born and raised in Portugal but I always knew I didn’t belong there
🗣️ I speak fluent swedish
⚖️ I studied Law but have no interest in working with it
🚀 Item number 2 on my bucket list is going to Space
🍹 I don’t consume alcohol
💉 I have Trypanophobia
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