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Tapas were invented for people – like us! – who like to casually graze over sample-sized dishes rather than sit down to a large main meal. Although there is a dispute about the origin of the mini meals, the Spanish have perfected the art of tapas.… Read the rest
Lake Bohinj hiking trails are truly spectacular! The best hikes around Bohinj Lake take trekkers past deep gorges, up to beautiful waterfalls and out to gorgeous scenic viewpoints. Bohinj Lake – or Bohinjsko Jezero – is an absolute gem in Slovenia and these hiking trails are the best way to discover it! … Read the rest
Budva, Montenegro is a historic, walled city that sits on a south facing, half moon bay on the Adriatic Sea.
The Budva Riviera, with beaches extending to both the east and west, is a well-known Montenegro holiday hot spot. Budva is only 15 miles from Kotor, which also makes it a perfect destination for a Kotor day trip!… Read the rest
Dubrovnik, Croatia is a sight to behold. Nicknamed ‘The Pearl of the Adriatic,’ the old walled city is perched along the teal waters of the Adriatic Sea at the base of Mount Srd.
While navigating the historic cobblestone streets is a must, seeing Dubrovnik from afar can be even more spectacular.… Read the rest
Lucca, Italy is a charming, Medieval town and a fabulous destination for travelers. The copious number of things to do in Lucca, Italy will leave you wanting just a bit more time in the city!
We could have easily spent days wandering the cobblestone lanes, visiting the centuries-old churches and sampling the local cuisine.… Read the rest
In a picture-perfect scene, hundreds of idyllic islands dot the Adriatic off the mountainous coastline of Croatia.
Rugged and breathtaking, the aqueous landscape is punctuated by the magnificent cerulean sea, vine-covered hills and awe-inspiring ancient Croatian towns.
Witnessing the undeniable beauty of the Dalmatian Islands is an essential experience – and a Croatia Island Hopping Cruise is the ultimate route to discovery.… Read the rest
Kranj, Slovenia sits in the shadow of Ljubljana, just 18 miles away, but is often overlooked as a travel destination. In fact, on our first trip to Slovenia, the only time we saw Kranj was when we passed through on our way from Ljubljana to Lake Bled – but the town did catch our attention.… Read the rest
Siena, Italy is a quintessential Medieval town with narrow lanes, ornate palaces, vast squares and grandiose churches. Travelers can experience the best of the city with our list of the top things to do in Siena, Italy!
We visited Siena as part of our trip around Tuscany – and were quickly smitten by the historic town.… Read the rest
Kyoto, Japan is home to an astounding 2,000 Japanese temples and shrines. Yes, two-thousand. While visiting Kyoto Temples was high on our list of things to do in the city, we had no intention – or ambition – to see them all, because there is actually more to do and see in Kyoto!… Read the rest
Planning a Ho Chi Minh City Itinerary can be perplexing. The metropolis is sprawling, sweltering and swarming with motorbikes. Sorting out what to do in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam can be complicated – and visitors are also tasked with deciding how long to spend in HCMC, where to stay and how to find the best Vietnamese food.… Read the rest