Cape Town has a bright and colorful city center that is steeped in history and culture. Although many of the top attractions are away from the central business district (CBD), we made time to explore the area on a Cape Town Self-Guided Walking Tour.… Read the rest
Cambodia Itinerary: 1 Week in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh
On our first trip to Southeast Asia – a 2-month long adventure – a Cambodia Itinerary was not in our plans. At the last minute, however, we rearranged our travel route to include a stop in Siem Reap to see the Temples of Angkor – and it would have been a huge mistake to miss it!… Read the rest
Top 10 Things To Do in Lviv, Ukraine
Few travelers name Lviv as a bucket-list destination, but we think it’s a top European city not-to-be missed. The charming – and quirky – city of Lviv, Ukraine features a well-preserved Old Town, an abundance of nature, a slew of odd sights and a fascinating history.… Read the rest
Riding The Bohinj Railway: Best Scenic Train in Slovenia
For most travelers to Slovenia, the purpose of taking a train is to get from Point A to Point B. However, there is a scenic train in Slovenia that navigates through stunning landscapes, which makes the sole reason for riding the Bohinj Railway the spectacular scenery that passes by just outside your window.… Read the rest
9 Scenic Viewpoints in Prague, Czech Republic
Prague’s Old Town is awash with an array of colorful and intricately-detailed buildings, many of which are centuries old. We strolled the streets wide-eyed; we were in awe at every turn. However, as stunningly beautiful as Prague is up close, leaving the curving cobblestone lanes of the Old Town to seek out vantage points offered some breathtaking landscapes.… Read the rest
10 Top Things To Do in Bariloche, Argentina
We spent two weeks in Bariloche during the month of May. It was too early for ski season, but perfect for hiking. Some say this is the best time to visit Bariloche. During our stay in the charming lakeside town, we found plenty of Fun Things To Do in Bariloche!… Read the rest
The Best One-Day Tour of Istria, Croatia
Croatia’s Istrian Peninsula dangles off the northwest corner of the country into the Adriatic Sea. Like much of Croatia, the coastline in Istria is the big attraction. However, the interior of the Istrian Peninsula is equally picturesque and has a storied past of its own.… Read the rest
Perth Walking Tour: 15 Places To Visit in Perth, Australia
We only had one day in Perth, Australia – and we wanted to make the most of it! On our quick stop – while traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Mauritius – we packed our Perth itinerary with the city’s top sights.… Read the rest
Snorkeling Cairns: The Best Great Barrier Reef Tours
On my first trip to Australia I only had one must-do activity on my list: Go Snorkeling on a Great Barrier Reef Cruise. I had snorkeled in the Caribbean Sea while visiting St. Maarten, at Captain Cook in Kona, Hawaii and in the lagoons surrounding Moorea, French Polynesia – and I wasn’t leaving Australia without taking a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour!… Read the rest
A Guide To Visiting Pristina, Kosovo
Pristina, Kosovo (also Prishtinë and Prishtina) is not a city included on most travelers’ itineraries. It doesn’t rank as a top destination in Europe, Eastern Europe or even the Balkans, for that matter. It held the honor of being the ‘World’s Newest Capital City’ from 2008 to 2011, but even that title was scoffed at by the nations that don’t recognize Kosovo as a country.… Read the rest