Updated for the 2019 Advent Zagreb Christmas Market!
As the crisp air brightens my cheeks and little puffs of breath escape from my mouth, I inhale the scent of sizzling sausages and sweet fritule drenched in chocolate sauce. The tantalizing aroma intertwines with Croatian Christmas music and drifts on a light breeze from the cheerfully decorated wooden huts at the Zagreb Christmas market.… Read the rest
Shopping for a traveler who already has everything? Or do you just want your gift to shine? We are here to help with the absolute best gifts for people who travel! As full-time globetrotters since 2014, we are bursting with unique travel gift ideas – and we are sharing our (ever growing!) list to help inspire others.
Our list has been updated with the best travel gifts for the 2019 holiday season!… Read the rest
Nijmegen, Netherlands; it’s nice to meet you. Our first introduction to the historic and beautiful city was when we agreed to housesit in the nearby village of Beek-Ubbergen for two months. However, on our trips into the city, we quickly learned that there are numerous things to do in Nijmegen!… Read the rest
For our first New Year’s Eve abroad, we wanted to party in Madrid. New Year’s Eve in Madrid is regularly touted as one of the top places in the world to bring in the New Year – and we were excited to experience it.… Read the rest
Hiking is one of the best things to do on the Oregon coast! Miles of trails stretch out along the coastline – and we discovered a few of the state’s top hikes near Florence, Oregon. Both state and national parks abound in the area around Florence, providing abundant access to nature via trails and lookout points.… Read the rest
Like most cities in Slovenia, Ljubljana is very walkable. However, the quiant Old Town and bright and wide pedestrian-only streets that run along the Ljubljanica River are only the beginning of the many places to walk in the city center. We think the best place for sunny day strolls are the lush inner-city Ljubljana parks.
In 2016, Ljubljana was awarded the title of European Green Capital.… Read the rest
Searching for the best travel gifts? One that is both practical and loved by the recipient? A present that a traveler will truly appreciate? We are here to help! As full-time travelers (on the road and in the air since 2014), we are tuned into what travelers need and want.… Read the rest
Anyone seeking a little holiday spirit should find their way to a classic German market – which is exactly why we traveled to Frankfurt in December. The Frankfurt Christmas Market is one of the best Christmas markets in Germany and the merriment is celebrated throughout the city.… Read the rest
There are so many things that make Christmas in Barcelona spectacular! From the fabulous churches to historic Barcelona Christmas Markets to extremely odd Barcelona Christmas traditions, we jumped right in and celebrated the holiday Catalan style! Bon Nadal! (That’s Merry Christmas in Catalan!)
When we decided to spend Christmas in Barcelona we had so many questions!… Read the rest
What is it about vendors selling local wares from huts clustered together in a central square that is so appealing? Is it the twinkling lights that are draped on the trees? The sound of music that fills the air? The chill that is warmed by wood-burning fires?… Read the rest