Hip, funky and fun, Portland, Oregon is a perfect weekend destination! Boasting abundant green space, cool urban districts and a fabulous foodie scene, travelers visiting Portland in a weekend can experience the best of the city. Our Portland Itinerary features the city highlights – and visitors can use our outline to create their Best Weekend in Portland trip plan.… Read the rest
Planning a San Francisco Itinerary is quite the task – especially if you only have a few days over a weekend. The city boasts iconic sights, delectable food and an abundance of fun activities. After visiting the city numerous times, we created a guide to the perfect San Francisco Weekend Trip.… Read the rest
Put down the port wine, it’s time to discover Porto Craft Beer!
Still a relatively new concept in the city, Craft Beer in Porto, Portugal is a growing trend that is catching on with locals and tourists alike. With a handful of dedicated craft beer bars in Porto, beer enthusiasts can sample a range of fully flavored, locally produced brews.… Read the rest
Our first trip to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia was a long layover – and we only had one day in Kuala Lumpur for sightseeing. We made the most of our short time – however, we knew we missed some of the best places to visit in KL.… Read the rest
Creating my Packing List was my least favorite part of planning our ‘Round the World travels. I was torn between being a minimalist traveler and the fact that I was packing for a year-long adventure that would span all seasons. Furthermore, as a budget-conscious traveler, I was faced with creating a travel packing checklist that included essential travel items, plus several Just-In-Case items, so that I wouldn’t have to buy them on the road.… Read the rest
Japan is a fascinating country with vibrant cities, historic temples and mountainous landscapes. Although a rather small country, Japan boasts a massive population and an array of delectable cuisine. Most intriguing is the country’s lengthy history and unique (and evolving) culture.… Read the rest
Of the 1,200 islands that dot the Adriatic Sea along Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast, Hvar Island is the most famous. The island – Hvar Town, specifically – has long been known as a glamorous destination for posh party-goers, celebrities and uber-rich yacht owners.… Read the rest
Eating Porto food is a highlight of any trip to Portugal! From meaty sandwiches to hearty casseroles to sweet treats, there is a long list of must-try Porto dishes. During our stay, we ventured into the best restaurants in Porto in search of the most delectable local cuisine.… Read the rest
On the day that we left for our ‘Round the World trip, I was less than confident about what was packed to travel the world. I had researched, made a concise long-term travel packing list and had been collecting items for almost six months.… Read the rest
Our two-day detour to Zurich, Switzerland was more about meeting up with longtime friends than it was about visiting the city itself. However, that didn’t keep us from discovering the best sights of the Zurich Old Town! We devised a Zurich self-guided walking tour that would take us through the pristine city, down the shopping lanes, to a few churches and viewpoints – while still allowing enough time for lunch, chocolates and a couple beers.… Read the rest