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Whimsical and fanciful, Sintra, Portugal seems a world away from the hustle and bustle of Lisbon – yet it is easy to reach on a Sintra Day Trip.
The Lisbon-to-Sintra train whisks passengers between the two cities in less than an hour, making it a popular Portugal tourist destination.… Read the rest
While visiting Sydney, Australia, taking a Blue Mountains day trip was at the top of our must-do list. The Blue Mountains National Park lies just west of the city and is easily accessible by train, car or tour. The spectacular nature retreat features scenic landscapes, picturesque waterfalls, sheer cliffs and a network of hiking trails.… Read the rest
Skofja Loka, Slovenia is a fun and fascinating destination – especially for travelers who enjoy historic places, quaint villages and stunning scenery. The small town dates to the year 973 and sits at the confluence of two rivers. With a smattering of appealing squares and a hill-topping castle, visitors can easily spend a half day discovering the sights in Skofja Loka. … Read the rest
The Iceland South Coast is marked by some of the most incredible natural landscapes on the planet. Thundering waterfalls, picturesque villages, black sand beaches and massive glaciers are the top sights on an Iceland South Coast Tour. We joined a day trip to Vik from Reykjavik to explore some of the best sights in Iceland – and it did not disappoint!… Read the rest
Howth, Ireland is a coastal fishing village just 30 minutes away from the Dublin city center. On a day trip from Dublin to Howth, visitors can leave the buzzing city behind, traverse 9 miles through the suburbs to the coast and enjoy a day on Ireland’s stunning shoreline.… Read the rest
Omis, Croatia is a seaside town nestled at the base of the Dinara Mountains where the Cetina River flows into the Adriatic Sea. With an inviting coastline, quaint old town, deep canyon and striking mountains, there are an array of outdoor adventures and exciting things to do in Omis, Croatia.… Read the rest
Perast, Montenegro is an idyllic seaside village filled with fanciful tales, ancient architecture, stunning scenery and two incredibly quaint offshore islands. With it’s peaceful surroundings and a handful of things to do in Perast, it is a perfect day trip from Kotor – or other nearby towns.… Read the rest
Gallipoli, Italy is a serene seashore town along the western coast of the Salentina Peninsula (which is better known as the Heel of Italy’s Boot). The quaint Gallipoli Old Town occupies an island, which is connected to the mainland via a bridge.… Read the rest
Ljubljana – the charming capital of Slovenia – is often the first (and sometimes only) stop for visitors of the country. On our first trip to Slovenia, we were captivated by the magic of the fairy-tale city and, except for one day trip from Ljubljana to Lake Bled, we were happy exploring the city’s history and culinary delights.… Read the rest
We have heard more than once that the French Basque are more French than Basque and on our one day in St. Jean de Luz, we noticed it right away. St. Jean de Luz just felt French.
From their squares filled with elderly women all dressed up to chat with friends to the chocolate and macaroon shops that line the streets to typical French waiters.… Read the rest