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
Our two-day detour to Zurich, Switzerland was more about meeting up with friends than visiting the city itself. However, that didn’t keep us from discovering the best sights of the Old Town on a Zurich Walking Tour!
We devised a Zurich Self-Guided Walking Tour that begins along the famous shopping streets, then moves on to a few churches and viewpoints.… Read the rest
Germany has always been a place that we have passed through and it wasn’t until 2017 that we finally spent some real time in the country. Even on those quick stops, we always tried to make the most of our layovers.
Rovinj, Croatia on the Istrian Peninsula is completely charming, stunningly beautiful, and an absolute gem! The picture-perfect Adriatic seaside town beckons you with its alluring cobblestone lanes and stunning shoreline.
The town of Rovinj itself is reason enough to visit, but there are a handful of attractions that are not to be missed.… Read the rest
When I first traveled through Europe in 2000, I passed through Munich, Germany three times…yet, never left the train station.
When we arrived in Munich with a long layover, we had no map, no guidebook and no idea how close we were to the city center.… Read the rest
On our first quick trip to Vienna, Austria we wanted to explore the city, but were also intent on keeping our budget intact.
Our initial look at the high prices for a cup of coffee let us know that Vienna is not a budget destination.… Read the rest
Graz, Austria is an unsung destination that doesn’t get the credit it deserves. Boasting a UNESCO World Heritage Old Town, fascinating architecture and farm-to-fork fare, the city has a lot in store for travelers who seek it out. Our list of the top things to do in Graz, Austria highlights must-see attractions and features a few gems, as well!… Read the rest
From twinkling lights to alpine huts to dazzling trees, we were completely captivated by the Graz Christmas Market.
The fun and festive Advent celebration blankets the entire city. Every corner is brightened with cheerful charm and we happily got caught up in the wintertime gala.… Read the rest
Six weeks in Thailand on the beach with a dog. One month in Paris at Christmastime with a cat. Five weeks in a quintessential English countryside village with two dogs.
If you could have told us that we would be the housesitters for these long-term housesitting gigs back in 2014, we never would have believed you!… Read the rest
As full-time travelers and digital nomads, we’ve visited some of the world’s best destinations! Wandering from vibrant cities to seaside escapes on six continents, we’ve amassed an astounding wealth of information and experiences.
Using our first-hand knowledge, we’ve created realistic itineraries, mapped out budget-saving self-guided walking tours and compiled robust lists of things to do, eat and drink in locations around the globe.