3 easy hikes near Florence, Oregon
The coastal town of Florence, Oregon, population 8,500, is situated in the central portion of the state where the Siuslaw River flows into the Pacific Ocean. In the charming Old Town district, Bay...
View ArticleMake the Most of a Layover in Munich
When I traveled through Europe in 2000, I passed through Munich three times…yet, I never left the train station. The European trip, which I made with my mom and aunt, was a spontaneous one and a few...
View ArticleVisiting Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle
We departed the train inside the hollowed earth and walked in the darkness as our eyes adjusted to the dim lighting. Outside, the Slovenian summer sun was already hot, but 2km deep in the Postojna...
View ArticleVisiting Vintgar Gorge near Lake Bled, Slovenia
When we planned a day trip to visit Vintgar Gorge near Lake Bled, Slovenia, we anticipated a relaxing day spent by the water. How could walking along a wooden planked boardwalk through a naturally...
View Article9 Things to Do in Kranj, Slovenia
Kranj, Slovenia sits in the shadow of Ljubljana, just 18 miles away, but is often overlooked as a destination. In fact, on our first trip to Slovenia, the only time we saw Kranj was when we passed...
View ArticleExperience Unique Ljubljana, Slovenia in One Day
Hiking up to the hilltop castle, crossing Triple Bridge into Preseren Square and photographing Dragon Bridge are essential experiences while visiting Slovenia’s capital city, Ljubljana; absolute...
View ArticleCelje Castle, Slovenia
Ninety-six. That is the number of castles listed on Slovenia’s official tourist website. While seeing all 96 is not a goal of ours, we had seen the three most popular – Bled Castle, Ljubljana Castle...
View ArticleSkocjan Caves and Divaca in 24 hours
Slovenia is all about diverse, natural landscapes – there are tree-covered mountains, deep valleys, crystal-clear lakes and a short-but-stunning coastline. As magnificent as the above-ground scenery...
View Article6 Marvellous Reasons to Visit Maribor, Slovenia
Maribor is Slovenia’s second largest city, but somehow often overlooked as a tourist destination. The charming capital, Ljubljana, seems to steal all of the attention. While there is no disputing that...
View ArticleA Guide to Visiting Prizren, Kosovo
If Prishtina is the modern face of Kosovo, Prizren is a glimpse into the past. The preserved city center is made up of cobblestone streets, ancient mosques, centuries old churches and numerous bridges...
View ArticleChristmas in Zagreb, Croatia: Celebrating Advent
As the crisp air brightens my cheeks and little puffs of breath escape from my mouth, I inhale the scent of sizzling meat being cooked to perfection. The tantalizing aroma drifts on a light breeze from...
View ArticleBudapest 3-Day Itinerary
Packed with iconic sights, an incredible history and a lively nightlife, Budapest, Hungary certainly knows how to entertain its guests! Whether you’re a nature lover or admirer of architecture, there...
View Article3 Overlooked Cities in Croatia to Visit
Croatia’s calling. Croatia keeps calling. In nearly three years of full-time travel, we’ve followed a path that has led us back to Croatia five times. We’ve swam in the sea along the Dalmatian Coast,...
View Article13 Things to Do in Skopje, Macedonia
Interesting. Zany. Nonsensical. Inspiring. Weird. Wacky. Before visiting Skopje, Macedonia, these were some of the adjectives we had heard used to describe the capital city. After visiting Skopje,...
View ArticleLake Ohrid, Macedonia: A Unique Day of Sightseeing
The autumn sun was already setting over the lake as we made our way down the narrow, one-lane cobblestone street to our apartment; the soft light cast a warm glow over the town. The paper-wrapped,...
View Article3-Day London Itinerary on a Budget
London is one of the most visited cities in the world – and it’s easy to understand why. The city is both historic and modern, it is home to royalty and celebrities and it’s packed with iconic sights,...
View Article2-night Halong Bay Cruise: Why one night is not enough
My desire to visit Vietnam was ignited the first time I glimpsed a photograph of Halong Bay. It countered the image of Vietnam I had conjured in my head; the one where chaotic streets are overcrowded...
View ArticleLake Bohinj, Slovenia 3-Day Itinerary
Fresh air. Clear water. Green forests. Towering mountains. Wide pastures. Deep gorges. Flourishing nature. Lake Bohinj is uncomplicated and raw; she’s the girl next door that doesn’t have to dress up...
View Article6 Things to Do in Kotor, Montenegro
The historic city of Kotor, Montenegro is tucked into the southern end of the Bay of Kotor under towering, majestic mountain peaks. Walking through the gates of the thick defensive walls that extend to...
View ArticleOne-Day Tour of Istria, Croatia: The Highlights
Croatia’s Istrian Peninsula dangles off the northwest corner of the country into the Adriatic Sea. Like much of Croatia, the coastline in Istria is the big attraction. Seaside towns steeped in history...
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