Vancouver, Washington – a city we stumbled onto by accident – is steeped in history and charm. Not as well-known as the Canadian city of the same name to the north and certainly not as popular as Portland, Oregon that sits just 10 miles south, Vancouver, WA is often overlooked as a destination.… Read the rest
Creating a Seattle Itinerary is quite the task! The city is brimming with cool cafes, iconic sights and incredible nature. Spending 3 days in Seattle, Washington is just enough time to get acquainted with the city, visit top attractions and sample the local fare.… Read the rest
Hip, funky and fun, Portland, Oregon is a perfect weekend destination! Boasting abundant green space, cool urban districts and a fabulous foodie scene, travelers visiting Portland in a weekend can experience the best of the city. Our Portland Itinerary features the city highlights – and visitors can use our outline to create their Best Weekend in Portland trip plan.… Read the rest
Planning a San Francisco Itinerary is quite the task – especially if you only have a few days over a weekend. The city boasts iconic sights, delectable food and an abundance of fun activities. After visiting the city numerous times, we created a guide to the perfect San Francisco Weekend Trip.… Read the rest
Our first trip to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia was a long layover – and we only had one day in Kuala Lumpur for sightseeing. We made the most of our short time – however, we knew we missed some of the best places to visit in KL.… Read the rest
Japan is a fascinating country with vibrant cities, historic temples and mountainous landscapes. Although a rather small country, Japan boasts a massive population and an array of delectable cuisine. Most intriguing is the country’s lengthy history and unique (and evolving) culture.… Read the rest
Of the 1,200 islands that dot the Adriatic Sea along Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast, Hvar Island is the most famous. The island – Hvar Town, specifically – has long been known as a glamorous destination for posh party-goers, celebrities and uber-rich yacht owners.… Read the rest
Our two-day detour to Zurich, Switzerland was more about meeting up with longtime friends than it was about visiting the city itself. However, that didn’t keep us from discovering the best sights of the Zurich Old Town! We devised a Zurich self-guided walking tour that would take us through the pristine city, down the shopping lanes, to a few churches and viewpoints – while still allowing enough time for lunch, chocolates and a couple beers.… Read the rest
Maribor is Slovenia’s second largest city, but somehow often overlooked as a tourist destination. The charming capital, Ljubljana, seems to steal all of the attention. While there is no disputing that visiting Ljubljana for the city sights is a must, Maribor is distinctly different.… Read the rest
Surrounded by mountains and serene desert landscapes, hiking in Phoenix, Arizona is one of the top things to do in the city! Phoenix, AZ hikes range from strenuous summit trails to easy waterfall walks – and everything in between. During our many years living in the city, hiking near Phoenix was one of our favorite weekend activities.… Read the rest