<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Beyond the Birthplace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Travel Services & Products: travel tips & guides, curated travel services, destination ideas, and travel stories. ]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/thetravelcurator</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:39:35 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.lovelynmashave.com/fr/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Best Free Art Exhibitions in Madrid for Summer 2026: Museums, Urban Art &#38; Cultural Spots]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some of Madrid's most interesting exhibitions are completely free, making it one of the best European cities for budget-friendly cultural experiences. This guide tells you which ones. I’ve done some research and tested some experiences so you don’t have to do any of that work yourself.]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/single-post/best-free-art-exhibitions-in-madrid-for-summer-2026-museums-urban-art-cultural-spots</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a15887351dc2933553302e1</guid><category><![CDATA[Travelling in Europe]]></category><category><![CDATA[Free Cultural Experiences]]></category><category><![CDATA[Madrid Travel Guides]]></category><category><![CDATA[Art & Exhibitions]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 12:34:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_e9b455136cdb4e7f93dbbdccf2afcb0a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lovelynmashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solo Trips: Solo Travel For Women]]></title><description><![CDATA[Solo travel for women: a practical guide to building confidence, choosing the right destination, and staying safe while traveling alone. If you’ve been waiting for the right time—or the right person—this breaks down how to start.]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/single-post/solo-trips-solo-travel-for-women</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e1eb350c8d230c9e8c2e3a</guid><category><![CDATA[Solo Female Travel]]></category><category><![CDATA[Personal Growth Through Travel]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:00:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3d6afe_fe48ad133cbe4e51979f29cec0b21008~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_999,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lovelynmashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Things to do in Monaco:  A Perfect Day-Trip Plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is a list of 7 things to do on a day-trip to Monaco. If you were planning to attend the Formula 1 Grand Prix and Monaco but wasn't sure what else you could do while there, this is exactly what you needed. If you're just looking for destination ideas and wondering what this city-state has to offer and if it's worth a trip, here's some inspiration. Include it in your itinerary for a trip to the South of France. Monaco and France are so well connected despite being different countries.]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/single-post/things-to-do-in-monaco</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fda78c3745c6500179154b9</guid><category><![CDATA[Travelling in Europe]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 08:08:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3d6afe_dac2b25c719b4dd38f50c1c148e69973~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lovelynmashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schengen Visa Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before Traveling to Europe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Planning a trip to Europe but need a visa? This guide answers the most frequently asked questions about the  Schengen visa , how to apply, required documents, processing times, costs, and common mistakes to avoid. If you hold a passport that requires a visa to enter Europe, this article will help you navigate the Schengen Visa Application process with clarity and confidence. What Is a Schengen Visa? A  Schengen visa  allows travellers to visit up to 29 countries within the  Schengen Area...]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/single-post/schengen-visa-guide-everything-you-need-to-know-before-traveling-to-europe</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a5e14894843aee687f1bc6</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:14:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3d6afe_a7e290ef1a4144728de48af19ac24d0d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lovelynmashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[High on African Safari: A Journey Through Botswana's Chobe National Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are few places on Earth that capture the soul quite like the African continent. Vast open skies, raw wilderness, and an orchestra of life in motion — it’s impossible not to fall in love. A while back, I took a trip home to Zimbabwe with my partner. We had Victoria Falls on our itinerary, and I knew I couldn’t leave without a  safari adventure . Having explored Hwange before, we decided on crossing the border for a full-day safari through  Chobe National Park, Botswana  — a decision that...]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/single-post/high-on-african-safari-a-journey-through-chobe-national-park</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68e7b3794bab99a04639b138</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 08:38:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3d6afe_5a7e7ca1ef3449aea2529c5359f0f6d4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lovelynmashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mon Résumé De Lectures Semestrielles 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lovelyn Mashave Nous sommes déjà à mi-chemin de l'année, et je n'arrive vraiment pas à croire à quelle vitesse le temps passe. J'avais...]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/fr/single-post/mon-r%C3%A9sum%C3%A9-de-lectures-semestrielles-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">687f9717ddb969b3c358052d</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2025 14:05:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3d6afe_804195fc0e974458a33764ac919ad53f~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lovelynmashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Half Year Round Up of My 2025 Book Reads]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Lovelyn Mashave We've gone through the first half of the year already and honestly, I cannot believe how quickly time is flying. I...]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/single-post/half-year-round-up-of-2025-book-reads</link><guid isPermaLink="false">687566ceedf86ee386bf2135</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2025 10:52:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3d6afe_804195fc0e974458a33764ac919ad53f~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lovelynmashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Am I A Good Parent? ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everything we do. Every interaction. Every relationship formed, pursued and nurtured intentionally. Tasks we participate in, individually or as part of a team. All those, are currency. A realisation I made only recently. I had been wondering whether I’m sometimes emotionally unavailable to my daughter. Sometimes too firm when she wants to be coddled. Do I understand her like a mother should? Do I meet her needs as I am meant to? Am I a good parent? I cannot put my finger on what the exact...]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/single-post/am-i-a-good-parent-wealth-we-forget-to-count</link><guid isPermaLink="false">685dccb2d2c786af5d5fcc2e</guid><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:26:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3d6afe_54221dcea7f24370995b29dd8da59bbc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lovelynmashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flamenco Music and Dance: A Cultural Staple to Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[The atmosphere was palpable. Such is the nature of Flamenco. You feel the words, the music, the PASSION. You feel it under your skin. Its meaning, its beauty, its depth. 
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Never really mingled with...]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/single-post/2019/04/02/paris-for-uno</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fda78c3745c6500179154b8</guid><category><![CDATA[Travelling in Europe]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2019 05:58:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3d6afe_790cc19fa9c1497d9d0ab766108211a4~mv2_d_4000_6000_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lovelynmashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madrid to Segovia Day Trip Planner]]></title><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/single-post/2019/01/10/madrid-to-segovia-day-trip-planner</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fda78c3745c6500179154b3</guid><category><![CDATA[Trip Planners]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2019 08:28:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3d6afe_cd6ae1d1577c4eb2a4c10aee11ba0d86~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lovelyn Mashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Segovia Day Trip - Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here is one great must do destination while in Madrid. Take a quick train ride to a nearby town with top historic sites. Think, Segovia! Not]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/single-post/2018/12/28/segovia-day-trip</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fda78c3745c6500179154ba</guid><category><![CDATA[Travelling in Europe]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2019 06:30:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3d6afe_883a8fd8f6ed4b7cb390e2ee870ed133~mv2_d_1600_1200_s_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lovelyn Mashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Travelling Different - How Travelling Puts a Spotlight on Minority Differences]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nice has more black locals than black travelers. Dancing in La Havane Nice on a night out, I met two groups of black African ladies. 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As with most things in life, travel...]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/single-post/2018/07/29/dinning-in-cannes-how-the-french-riviera-captured-my-heart</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fda78c3745c6500179154b4</guid><category><![CDATA[Travelling in Europe]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 31 Jul 2018 14:08:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3d6afe_1d7d7de7372f467bafe1fca1f1b860fd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>lovelynmashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dining in Antibes - How the French Riviera Captured my Heart]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saumon grillé - La Voûte restaurant Antibes. Served steaming hot and was oh so delicious! I had never noticed the difference in dinner...]]></description><link>https://www.lovelynmashave.com/single-post/2018/07/08/dining-in-antibes-how-the-french-riviera-captured-my-heart</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fda78c3745c6500179154b5</guid><category><![CDATA[Travelling in Europe]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 08 Jul 2018 13:11:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3d6afe_c377279c55ab4ff5a12e922713457fd4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_831,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lovelyn Mashave</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[France Antibes - How the French Riviera Captured my Heart]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peering out the tiny window pane, it seemed the plane would land on water. 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