The autumn sun was already setting over Lake Ohrid as we made our way down the narrow, one-lane cobblestone street to our apartment; the soft light cast a warm glow over town. The grilled fish wrapped in paper that I carried in my hand was growing cold, but I wasn’t all that fussed.… Read the rest
African Penguins at Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town, South Africa
Warm weather and sandy beaches don’t exactly conjure up images of penguins. But at Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town – just south of Cape Town –more than 3,000 endangered African Penguins are living along the shore.
During our Visit in Cape Town, we planned a day trip from the city that would allow us to see the penguins at Boulders Beach in their natural habitat.… Read the rest
3 Easy Hikes Near Florence, Oregon
Hiking is one of the best things to do on the Oregon coast! Miles of trails stretch out along the coastline – and we discovered a few of the top hikes near Florence, Oregon.
Both state and national parks abound in the area around Florence, providing abundant access to nature via trails and lookout points.… Read the rest
5 Things To Do in Montevideo, Uruguay
Montevideo, the thriving capital of Uruguay, is situated on the banks of the Rio de la Plata where the river empties into the Atlantic Ocean.
The South American city, which was founded in 1724, is home to one-third of the country’s population and is the cultural center of Uruguay.… Read the rest
The Best Easter Island Tours
Isolated and full of mystery, Easter Island is one of the most fascinating places on Earth. Isla de Pascua in Spanish but called Rapa Nui by the natives, is dotted with volcanoes and is strewn with giant Moai.
One of the Top Things To Do in Easter Island is to visit these sights and learn about the history of the Rapa Nui people.… Read the rest
Hiking Vidova Gora on Brac Island, Croatia
On shaky legs and with ragged breath, we crested the mountain plateau of Vidova Gora, Croatia. We had been steadily climbing uphill for nearly two hours – one hour and fifty-six minutes, to be exact – but we weren’t celebrating quite yet.… Read the rest
Free Self-Guided Walking Tour of Sarajevo Sights
As the capital of Bosnia Herzegovina, Sarajevo has a long history that tells a mesmerizing story. The must-see Sarajevo sights span several centuries – and are concentrated in the heart of the city.
We created a Self-Guided Free Walking Tour of Sarajevo to help other travelers see and understand those top sights.… Read the rest
5 Craft Beer Bars in Belgrade, Serbia
Before we arrived in Belgrade, Serbia, we had a few expectations (always scary, right?). We expected a buzzing Balkan city.
Fascinating Socialist-era architecture. Signs in Cyrillic. What we didn’t expect was to find amazing craft beer bars in Belgrade – but we did!… Read the rest
Koh Chang Snorkeling: 4 Island Boat Tour Review
Swimming counter-clockwise from where our Koh Chang snorkeling boat was anchored, we reached the far side of the small, rocky island. There was no one else around, except for the fish that idly swam a few feet below us.
The sun made its first appearance of our Koh Chang day trip and illuminated the sea floor in a spectrum of vibrant colors.… Read the rest
A Guide To Visiting Prizren, Kosovo
If Pristina is the modern face of Kosovo, Prizren is a glimpse into the past. The preserved city center is made up of cobblestone streets, ancient mosques, centuries old churches and numerous bridges that straddle the Prizren Bistrica River.
Overhead, a medieval fortress looms on the hilltop, keeping an eye on the city of Prizren below.… Read the rest