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Packed with iconic sights, an incredible history and a lively nightlife, Budapest, Hungary certainly knows how to entertain its guests! We explore all the top sights and attractions on our 3-Day Budapest Itinerary.
Whether you’re an admirer of architecture and monuments or partying the night away, visiting Budapest on a Budget or sailing away on a European River Cruise, this city aims to please.… Read the rest
When we first started planning our trip to Hobart, Tasmania, everything and everyone told us we would need a car. Our Hobart Itinerary research made us wonder if we might feel trapped without our own wheels.
Our quirk of not driving abroad while sticking to a budget in Australia was becoming an increasingly pesky impediment.… Read the rest
Perast, Montenegro is an idyllic seaside village filled with fanciful tales, ancient architecture, stunning scenery and two incredibly quaint offshore islands.
With it’s peaceful surroundings and a handful of things to do in Perast, it is a perfect day trip from Kotor – or other nearby towns!… Read the rest
International House Sitting changed the way we travel – in an extremely positive and substantial way. By becoming pet and house sitters, we eliminate the expense of accommodations while experiencing some of the world’s best destinations!
We first became pet and home sitters in 2015 – and we have heaps of advice on house sitting international.… Read the rest
The Estrela District in Lisbon, Portugal is woefully underrated. Located on the west side of the city center – and easy to reach by tram, bus or even on foot – Estrela shines brightly as a lesser-visited neighborhood.
We swoon over the long lanes lined with pastel-painted homes and spend leisurely afternoons walking through the lush parks bursting with color.… Read the rest
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