Travel Far. Discover More. Spend Less.
International House Sitting changed the way we travel – in an extremely positive and substantial way. By becoming international house sitters, we eliminate the expense of accommodations while experiencing some of the world’s best destinations.
We first became pet and home sitters in 2015 – and we have heaps of advice on house sitting international.… Read the rest
The Estrela District in Lisbon, Portugal is woefully underrated. Located on the west side of the city center – and easy to reach by tram, bus or even on foot – Estrela shines brightly as a lesser-visited neighborhood.
We swoon over the long lanes lined with pastel-painted homes and spend leisurely afternoons walking through the lush parks bursting with color.… Read the rest
The Alfama District in Lisbon, Portugal is a must-see neighborhood. Drenched in old-time charm, it feels like stepping back in time.
Laundry dries on lines crossing over cobblestone streets and residents gossip from open windows. Historic yellow trams rattle down the tracks through narrow lanes and small tabernas spill onto sidewalks.… 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 Old Town on a Zurich Walking Tour!… Read the rest
Budapest is dazzling and evocative, glorious and imposing. Our Self-Guided Free Budapest Walking Tour features the top attractions and best viewpoints.
To help you find your way, we have included step-by-step directions and our complete Budapest Attractions Map marked with all sights.… Read the rest
Lisbon, Portugal has an intriguing past and soulful vibe, but it took us awhile to warm up to the city. Now we are completely under its spell. From distinct neighborhoods to magnificent sights, Lisbon captivates us time and time again.
Called the City of Seven Hills, Lisbon has been shaped by royalty, religion, the Age of Discovery and the devastating 1755 earthquake.… Read the rest
Feeling overwhelmed about how to spend one day in Glasgow, Scotland? We understand; we’ve been in your shoes.
There are an astounding number of things to do in Glasgow – and trying to plan a succinct itinerary is not so simple.… Read the rest
Planning a trip to Edinburgh on a budget might seem like an impossibility, but our personal experience proves otherwise.
During our trips, we actively sought out free Edinburgh things to do. We visited cost-free museums, created our own walking tours and spent time reveling in Scotland’s beautiful nature.… Read the rest
On our many trips to Lisbon, Portugal, we have challenged ourselves to find the most picturesque panoramas in the city.
We have scouted out the top places to watch epic sunsets and have navigated to perches where we can enjoy a cool drink while gazing out over the city.… Read the rest
Day trips from Split are often the most memorable part of a Croatia Trip. Split is centrally located on the Dalmatian Coast – making it an ideal base and jumping off point for sea and land adventures.
From the historic Split Old Town, visitors can easily explore the Adriatic coastline, waterfalls, mountains and Croatian Islands.… Read the rest