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
2-Night Halong Bay Cruise From Hanoi, Vietnam
My desire to visit Vietnam was ignited the first time I glimpsed a photograph of Halong Bay. It countered the image of Vietnam I had conjured in my head; the one where chaotic streets are overcrowded with motorbikes and stifled with pollution.… Read the rest
Self Guided Singapore Downtown Walking Tour
Singapore is a fascinating destination! From colony to city-state, the island nation has a historical past and future vision.
We explored Singapore by setting out on foot to discover the top sights and hidden gems. Follow in our footsteps and get acquainted with the city on a Singapore Downtown Walking tour. … Read the rest