One of the things we were most looking forward to while visiting Basque Country Spain was eating the amazing food…and we were especially interested in bar pintxos. The culinary treasures are a Basque region specialty and we heard you could find the absolute best in San Sebastian pintxos bars!… Read the rest
Monte Urgull: Hiking San Sebastian to Castillo de la Mota
Monte Urgull and Monte Igueldo – two distinct hills – rise from the sea at each end of the crescent-shaped La Concha Bay in San Sebastian Old Town.
Monte Igueldo is popular for the San Sebastian Funicular that transports visitors to the amusement park at the top of the hill; both the cable car and the theme park are top San Sebastian attractions.… Read the rest
Hondarribia Pintxos: An Adventure in Basque Cuisine
Hondarribia Pintxos – a specific style of tapas in Basque Country, Spain – are a delectable part of the local cuisine. As foreigners, we failed miserably in our first attempt to partake in the Pintxos culture. However, once we finally figured it out and discovered the top Pintxos bars in Hondarribia, we were delighted!… Read the rest
6 Things To Do in Kawaguchiko, Fuji Five Lakes, Japan
When we were planning our trip to Japan, we wanted to experience a little bit of everything: history, city and nature. We got our history lesson in Kyoto, a full dose of urban life in Tokyo and for nature we went to Lake Kawaguchi in the Fuji Five Lakes district.… Read the rest
10 Best Things To Do in Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik, Croatia is a must-see city! The historic walled Old Town is appealingly perched on the Adriatic Sea, earning it the nickname ‘The Pearl of the Adriatic’.
The city in its entirety is a ‘sight’ – but many of the top things to do in Dubrovnik are just steps from the Old Town.… Read the rest
41 Fun Things To Do in Split, Croatia
Rich in history and surrounded by stunning mountains and turquoise water, there are an astounding number of Fun Things To Do in Split!
In fact, Split is one of the Top Croatia Destinations – and one of our favorite places to go sightseeing in the world.… Read the rest
12 Things To Do in Makarska, Croatia
Makarska, Croatia has long appealed to vacationing tourists eager to soak up the sun and party late into night – which just happen to be two of the Best Things to do in Makarska!
The pebbly Makarska beaches, stretching for 1.5 miles, sit under the gaze of Biokovo Mountain and are sandwiched between the cool waters of the Adriatic Sea and shaded gardens of evergreens.… Read the rest
15 Things To Do in Sibenik, Croatia
Sibenik, Croatia is an absolute gem! In fact, we believe that Sibenik is one of the Best Cities To See in Croatia. We have visited on a day trip and have made it our base for a week-long stay. From our personal experiences, we are highlighting the Best Things To Do in Sibenik, Croatia!… Read the rest
23 Best Things To Do in Pisa, Italy
Pisa, Italy is known for its leaning tower, but there is so much more to the city than a single sight! In addition to seeing the tower that stands with a slant, we are highlighting the Best Things To Do in Pisa, Italy!… Read the rest
10 Things To Do in Piran, Slovenia
Piran, Slovenia is the best seaside destination in the country. The beaches are the biggest draw for holidaymakers, but there are more things to do in Piran than sunbathe and swim. We are highlighting the top attractions for your Piran things to do list!… Read the rest