From the moment we laid eyes on Plockton, Scotland it was clear we had arrived at a truly stunning location. Idyllically perched on the shores of Loch Carron and surrounded by the hills of the Scottish Highlands, it is an absolute gem!… Read the rest
5 Hiking Trails Near Lake Bohinj, Slovenia
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
Best Things To Do in Budva, Montenegro on a Day Trip From Kotor
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
5 Best Dubrovnik Viewpoints
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
Croatia Island Hopping: 1-Week Sail Croatia Adriatic Sea Cruise
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
10 Things To Do in Kranj, Slovenia
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
10 Must-See Kyoto Temples and Shrines
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, we had no intention – or ambition – to see them all. There is actually more to see in Kyoto!… Read the rest
Singapore Chinatown Walking Tour
A trip to Singapore isn’t complete without a Chinatown Walking Tour, as there are so many things to do! From visiting temples to perusing the shops to sampling the delectable food.
As one of the best places to explore on foot, we created this fantastic Self-Guided Singapore Chinatown Walking Tour.… Read the rest
10 Best Things To Do in Belem, Portugal
During the Age of Discovery, when Portugal controlled the Spice Trade and the Indian Ocean, many of the top Belem, Portugal attractions were built. These historic sights today rank as some of the Best Things To Do in Belem.
Belem is located just four miles from the Lisbon city center, but feels a world away.… Read the rest
Ultimate 2 Weeks in Thailand Itinerary
Thailand is a country of contrasting landscapes. The sprawling capital city of Bangkok is marked with soaring skyscrapers, the Northern Thai countryside is lush with rolling mountains and the long southern coastline is peppered with thousands of tropical Thai Islands.
Creating an all-encompassing Thailand Itinerary can be challenging, but certainly possible.… Read the rest