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
5 Neighborhoods in Seville, Spain to Visit
We only had two full days in Seville, Spain but we quickly got ourselves acquainted with the atmospheric Andalusian city.
In addition to seeking out the best Seville sights – we made time to enjoy the ambiance of the time-worn neighborhoods in Seville.… Read the rest
5 Bars Serving the Best Tapas in Seville, Spain
As we wandered through the streets, it became evident that the tapas bars in Seville, both classic and trendy, are part of the city’s culture and beauty.
People gathered around outdoor tables and squeezed their way into small Seville bars. As we were in search of the best tapas in Seville, we eagerly joined the crowds to sample the Spanish fare!… Read the rest
Tbilisi Sulphur Baths: Our Experience
Tbilisi, Georgia isn’t just a city you visit, it’s a city you experience. That means over-indulging in carb-loaded cuisine, accepting shots of homemade chacha (and trying not to wince as the potent liquor hits your stomach). It also means tripping over broken sidewalks in the Tbilisi Old Town while wondering in amazement at the barely-standing buildings…and making a visit to the Tbilisi sulphur baths.… Read the rest
Walk from Piran to Strunjan on Slovenia’s Coast
From the tip of the Piran Peninsula, the rocky Slovenian coastline trails east two and a half miles toward a protruding landmass of bulking cliffs covered in trees.
The protected natural reserve, Strunjan Nature Park, is rich with diverse geological phenomena.… Read the rest