Plan Pack Explore

Plan Pack Explore Learn how to make trip planning easy through practical travel tips, proven itineraries, and detailed destination guides. My family and I LOVE TO TRAVEL.

I’m Monika and I’m here to help you plan your next trip. We’ve always managed to work travel into our life – squeeze it in between home, full-time jobs, school and two dogs! A challenge I'm sure many of you can relate to :)

So I've made it my mission to make the most out of our precious vacation time. Over the years, I’ve become a chief trip planner and a checklist master of our family. But it wa

sn’t until our trip to Iceland that I decided to share our adventures and the magic of travel and making memories together. It was one of those awe-inspiring experiences that just stays with you. To the point of us starting to plan a return trip immediately after we got home! At the risk of sounding cliché, I’ll say it – it was life-changing! That’s what prompted me to finally go after my passion for writing and the realization that by sharing our experiences I can help others create their own unforgettable trips. That’s how Plan Pack Explore was born. I’ve focused primarily on making planning a trip easier for you. After hours and hours of research, trying to find resources and information to plan our voyages, my mission is to save you that trouble and take the hassle out of your travel planning by putting everything you need to know on one website. I hope that this site will become your “One Stop Travel Shop” and that through my articles and some (mostly funny!) personal stories I shared, I can inspire you to plan your next adventure. I’ll be here helping you every step of the way, sharing Real Life Travel Advice so that you can PLAN your trip, PACK your bags, and EXPLORE!

Venice is one of those magical cities in Italy that truly feel special when you visit them. ✨From gondola rides on the i...
05/31/2026

Venice is one of those magical cities in Italy that truly feel special when you visit them. ✨
From gondola rides on the iconic canals and historic bridges to quiet alleyways and hidden corners, there’s so much to see and do in the Ancient City.
Let me share with you the very best things to experience in Venice, plus practical tips to help you plan your trip and avoid common mistakes.
If Venice is on your Italy bucket list, this one’s for you 🇮🇹

✨ Cinque Terre is one of those places that feel even more beautiful in person than they do in photos.Between the colorfu...
05/12/2026

✨ Cinque Terre is one of those places that feel even more beautiful in person than they do in photos.
Between the colorful villages, scenic hiking trails, stunning beaches, and incredible coastal views, there’s so much more to do here!
Whether you want to hike between villages, swim in the sea, or simply wander around and soak in the atmosphere and the views, there truly is something for everyone here.
✔️Wanna learn more? I have a guide that covers the best things to do in Cinque Terre, plus practical tips to help you plan an amazing visit.
👉 Link to the full guide below ⤵️

04/27/2026

✨ Looking for an unforgettable outdoor adventure in Portugal?

👉 Then you have to walk across the b Arouca 516 Suspension Bridge - one of the longest suspension bridges in the world!
The views of the Paiva River and the gorge below you are spectacular!

☑️ Definitely once in a lifetime experience for me!
Have you done it? Would you do it?
➡️ The guide to this unforgettable adventure is in the first comment!

04/21/2026

❄️ If you’re planning a trip to Iceland, don’t miss visiting the incredible Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon - it’s one of those places that truly feels unreal.

Watching massive icebergs slowly drift across the water, hearing the crackling sounds of the ice, and seeing the ever-changing landscape up close is an experience that’s hard to describe until you’re there.
Whether you take a boat tour or simply walk along the shore, it’s one of the places where you'll experience Iceland’s raw, untouched nature.

If you’re adding Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon to your itinerary, I’ve put together a guide with everything you need to know - how to get there, what to expect, and tips to help you make the most of your visit.
✨ It can easily be one of the highlights of your Iceland trip!
⬇️ Full guide below in the first comment.

✨Planning a trip to Florence and trying to figure out how to organize your days?It can be a bit overwhelming at first — ...
04/20/2026

✨Planning a trip to Florence and trying to figure out how to organize your days?
It can be a bit overwhelming at first — there’s so much to see, and it’s hard to know how to fit everything in without rushing from place to place.
📋This 2–4 days Florence itinerary is designed to help you explore at a comfortable pace, with a mix of must-see landmarks, local experiences, and practical tips to make your trip feel well-paced and enjoyable.
If you want a clear - yet flexible - plan that still leaves room to enjoy the atmosphere of the city, this guide has just that!
👉 Read the full itinerary below!

Thinking about taking a day trip to Pisa from Florence, but not sure how to go about it? Are you wondering if it's worth...
04/10/2026

Thinking about taking a day trip to Pisa from Florence, but not sure how to go about it?
Are you wondering if it's worth it?
I had the same questions before visiting - but honestly, it turned out to be one of the easiest (and most memorable) day trips to add to our Italy itinerary.
✨ Seeing the Leaning Tower of Pisa in person is a completely different experience from just seeing photos - and it is absolutely worth visiting!
With a bit of planning, you can do it quite easily.
Let me break down exactly how to plan your Pisa day trip, the best way to get there, and what climbing the tower is like.
⤵️ Read the full guide here - link in the first comment.

Are you wondering if climbing the iconic Duomo of the Florence Cathedral is really worth it?This guide 👇will have your a...
04/01/2026

Are you wondering if climbing the iconic Duomo of the Florence Cathedral is really worth it?
This guide 👇will have your answer!
It will give you everything you need to know before visiting the Florence Cathedral and climbing the dome (if you choose to do so!) - what is there to see (Piazza del Duomo has SO MUCH to offer!), what the climb is like, how challenging it actually is, how to book tickets for all the Florence Cathedral monuments, and how to plan your visit.
If it’s your first time in Florence, visiting Florence Cathedral is an experience you definitely don’t want to miss! ✨
🔗 Full guide in the first comment!

If you’re planning a trip to Florence, get ready to fall in love with one of the most beautiful cities in Italy!From Ren...
03/26/2026

If you’re planning a trip to Florence, get ready to fall in love with one of the most beautiful cities in Italy!
From Renaissance masterpieces in the Uffizi Gallery to the stunning dome of the Florence Cathedral and the charming shops along Ponte Vecchio, Florence is full of incredible sights and experiences.
Find the best things to do in Florence so you can make the most of your visit and experience the highlights of this unforgettable city.
✨ Full guide in the comments 🔽

Planning a trip to Rome and not sure how to fit everything into just a few days? ✨ This guide will help you plan the per...
03/13/2026

Planning a trip to Rome and not sure how to fit everything into just a few days?
✨ This guide will help you plan the perfect trip without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.
In this 2–4 day Rome itinerary, you’ll discover how to see the city’s most iconic sights - from the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums to the Trevi Fountain and Pantheon - while still leaving time to wander through beautiful piazzas, enjoy amazing food, and soak up the atmosphere that makes Rome so special.
👉 If it’s your first time visiting Rome, this itinerary will help you see the highlights, avoid common mistakes, and make the most of your time in one of the most incredible cities in the world.
🔗 Check out the full itinerary below 🔽

Planning your first trip to Italy? 🇮🇹It’s one of the most incredible destinations in the world - but a few insider tips ...
02/24/2026

Planning your first trip to Italy? 🇮🇹
It’s one of the most incredible destinations in the world - but a few insider tips can make planning your Italian vacation so much easier!
From how to get around and how to avoid common tourist mistakes to smart itinerary planning, these are the things you should know before your first visit.
👉 Follow this Italy trip planning cheat sheet and get ready to explore Italy and sip espresso in a sunny Italian piazza! ☕

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