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When visiting Lisbon, Portugal it would be impossible not to notice the incredible churches. It seems like every time we turn a corner, we see yet another impressive church. Steeped in history and ornate in style, Lisbon churches are fascinating.
We’ve been the sole visitors in enormous churches, our echoing footsteps the only sound.… Read the rest
Cairns, Australia is an exciting destination boasting an incredible coastline, entertaining attractions and some of the best natural wonders of the world. Visitors should have no trouble finding fun things to do in Cairns, Australia.
That said, travelers heading to Cairns on a budget need to get a little creative.… Read the rest
Ljubljana is a city that lands on every Slovenia itinerary – and for good reason! The capital of the country looks like a fairy tale with the curving Ljubljanica River flowing through the center and around the hill-topping castle. The top Ljubljana sights dot the pedestrian-only Ljubljana Old City, which features ornate architecture and café-lined cobblestone streets. … Read the rest
One of the things we love best about traveling is learning the history of places and the people. So often that means learning about religion and going to their houses of worship. There are numerous fantastic churches in Kotor – and visiting them is a wonderful way to better understand the history of Montenegro.… Read the rest
Just like the city itself, Sarajevo cuisine is a blend of east and west, with both Turkish and European influences. Of the many reasons we were looking forward to visiting the city, sampling the local fare was high on the list.… Read the rest
Dubrovnik – the Pearl of the Adriatic – is Croatia’s most visited destination. Each summer season, the city sees record-breaking crowds – and as the number of tourists increase, so does the cost of visiting Dubrovnik. If you are wondering if Dubrovnik is expensive, it is, but no need to worry.… Read the rest
Pula, Croatia is one of the top destinations on the Istrian Peninsula. Located near the southern tip, Pula is both industrially important and historically charming.
Large cranes loom over the massive shipyard, while Roman ruins are scattered throughout Old Town Pula.… Read the rest
Getting acquainted with the Old Town is one of the best things to do in Zadar, Croatia. We spent two weeks in Zadar navigating the lanes and seeking out the historic attractions in the compact Zadar Old City center. From our sightseeing adventures, we designed a fun Self-Guided Zadar Walking Tour for fellow travelers to enjoy!… Read the rest
Hiking in Kotor, Montenegro is one of the top things to do – and the best trek is along the hillside old city walls that lead up to the Kotor Fortress. The Castle of San Giovanni sits at the top of the hill high above Kotor, serving as a protective fort for centuries.… Read the rest
Stari Grad on Hvar Island in Croatia is an idyllic destination. Tucked into a deep bay, the picture-perfect town is steeped in history and boasts excellent coastline. Those fortunate enough to find their way to this little slice of paradise will find an array of Things To Do in Stari Grad, Croatia. … Read the rest