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The Alfama District in Lisbon, Portugal is a must-see neighborhood. Drenched in old-time charm, it feels like stepping back in time.
Laundry dries on lines crossing over cobblestone streets and residents gossip from open windows. Historic yellow trams rattle down the tracks through narrow lanes and small tabernas spill onto sidewalks.… Read the rest
Our two-day detour to Zurich, Switzerland was more about meeting up with friends than visiting the city itself. However, that didn’t keep us from discovering the best sights of the Old Town on a Zurich Walking Tour!
We devised a Zurich Self-Guided Walking Tour that begins along the famous shopping streets, then moves on to a few churches and viewpoints.… Read the rest
Lisbon, Portugal has an intriguing past and soulful vibe, but it took us awhile to warm up to the city. Now we are completely under its spell. From distinct neighborhoods to magnificent sights, Lisbon captivates us time and time again.
Called the City of Seven Hills, Lisbon has been shaped by royalty, religion, the Age of Discovery and the devastating 1755 earthquake.… Read the rest
Feeling overwhelmed about how to spend one day in Glasgow, Scotland? We understand; we’ve been in your shoes.
There are an astounding number of things to do in Glasgow – and trying to plan a succinct itinerary is not so simple.… Read the rest
After our first trip to Scotland, we quickly ranked the country as one of our favorite places in the world to visit. We were so smitten, in fact, we spent three consecutive summers in Scotland!
We navigated its biggest cities, discovered underrated coastal villages, toured magnificent castles and hiked through surreal landscapes.… Read the rest
Planning a trip to Edinburgh on a budget might seem like an impossibility, but our personal experience proves otherwise.
During our trips, we actively sought out free Edinburgh things to do. We visited cost-free museums, created our own walking tours and spent time reveling in Scotland’s beautiful nature.… Read the rest
On our many trips to Lisbon, Portugal, we have challenged ourselves to find the most picturesque panoramas in the city.
We have scouted out the top places to watch epic sunsets and have navigated to perches where we can enjoy a cool drink while gazing out over the city.… Read the rest
Day trips from Split are often the most memorable part of a Croatia Trip. Split is centrally located on the Dalmatian Coast – making it an ideal base and jumping off point for sea and land adventures.
From the historic Split Old Town, visitors can easily explore the Adriatic coastline, waterfalls, mountains and Croatian Islands.… Read the rest
Wondering how to spend 3 days in Santorini, Greece? Our day-by-day 3 Day Santorini Itinerary outlines how to plan a trip that features the absolute best of the famous Greek island.
With white-washed villages, blue-domed churches and the tranquil turquoise sea, Santorini is quintessentially Greek.… Read the rest
One of the things we love about visiting Athens, Greece is how walkable it is. The sprawling city is comprised of fascinating districts, ancient sights and sublime architecture. It’s almost guaranteed something intriguing will be lurking around the corner.
During our extended trip to Athens, we routed our way through the heart of the city on numerous occasions.… Read the rest