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Brasov, Romania, nestled in the Carpathians at the heart of Transylvania, is an absolutely idyllic location. The Brasov Old Town is a colorful array of ancient architecture that is partially ringed by former fortifications.
Many of the top things to do in Brasov, Romania – like visiting historic sights and feasting on local fare – are right in the Old Town.… Read the rest
One of the highlights of visiting Sibiu, Romania is the food! In fact, the food in Sibiu is so highly rated, the city was named one of the European Regions of Gastronomy.
To help fellow travelers get a taste of the regional fare, we created a list of the Best Restaurants in Sibiu, Romania!… Read the rest
It was a housesit that finally brought us to the Netherlands – a country we had both wanted to visit, but for one reason or another always got scratched from our itinerary. Our 2-month housesit was in the eastern part of the country, so we arrived early to spend a day in Amsterdam.
Sibiu, Romania is an absolute gem! The Medieval town, once fortified with protective walls, is cheerfully painted in a rainbow of pastels.
The expansive city squares are ringed with gorgeous architecture and the narrow, curving cobblestone lanes encourage wandering beyond the Sibiu center.… Read the rest
We love spending the holidays in Europe – and Christmas in Madrid, Spain is simply magnificent! The season is highlighted by festive Madrid Christmas Markets, twinkling lights, elaborate nativity scenes and tempting treats.
An undeniable merriment can be sensed throughout the city, making the holidays one of our favorite times to visit Madrid!… Read the rest
The diverse island of Bali, Indonesia boasts an incredible array of idyllic towns. Some feature stylish beachfront mega-resorts, while others remain quiet, secluded villages.
The west coast area of Canggu, located on the southern tip of Bali just north of resort-ridden Seminyak Beach, falls somewhere in between.… Read the rest
If you are taking a trip to Birmingham, England, you may be wondering what to do. We understand. When mentioning we planned to visit Birmingham, there wasn’t the typical enthusiastic responses and passionate suggestions.
Despite Birmingham playing a key role in the Industrial Revolution – and being home of both the (fictitious) Peaky Blinders and the (real-life) author JRR Tolkien – it has yet to gain traction as an international travel destination.… Read the rest
We love Hanoi food! On our trips to Vietnam, where to eat in Hanoi is just as important as what to see in the city. The Vietnam food culture is delectable; the exotic flavors tantalize the palate and embolden visitors to venture further into the unfamiliar cuisine.… Read the rest
Braga, Portugal is a charming city that invites visitors to enjoy its outstanding architecture, colorful gardens and opulent churches.
We were positively smitten on our quick visit to the area. So, we are sharing with you our list of the Best Things To Do in Braga!… Read the rest
London is awash with lovely green spaces and expansive public parks. While there are countless free gardens in London to visit, the London Sky Garden at 20 Fenchurch Street is still our favorite.
Perched atop a skyscraper, the mostly-indoor Sky Garden London offers phenomenal views.… Read the rest