With a fascinating history, modern and preserved architecture, an abundance of nature and a vibrant nightlife, the places to visit in Melbourne, Australia have a broad appeal. The contemporary Central Business District (CBD) is lively with a hip and trendy culture, but low-key beach vibes are just a tram ride away.… Read the rest
The historic city of Kotor, Montenegro is tucked into the southern end of the Bay of Kotor under towering, majestic mountain peaks. With an intriguing history and astounding nature, visitors to the city will find many things to do in Kotor, Montenegro.… Read the rest
My first glance at a map of the Melbourne CBD was a little overwhelming. There is quite a lot of ground to cover in order to see the many Melbourne sights. However, when we hit the pavement, we found Melbourne to be a very walkable city.… Read the rest
Laneways in Melbourne, Australia are local hangouts and tourist hot spots. The unique Melbourne alleys are a fascinating side to the city – and proof that the fashionable metropolis is constantly reinventing itself. From the hip Melbourne graffiti alleys to the posh shopping arcades to Melbourne laneway restaurants that offer atmospheric alfresco dining, the Laneways of Melbourne are must-see!… Read the rest
Budva, Montenegro is a historic, walled city that sits on a south facing, half moon bay on the Adriatic Sea. The Budva Riviera, with beaches extending to both the east and west, is a well-known holiday hot spot – and it is only 25 km from Kotor, which makes it a perfect destination for a day trip.… Read the rest
One of the things I love best about traveling is learning the history of the place and the people. So often that means learning about their religion and visiting their houses of worship. There are numerous fantastic churches in Kotor, Montenegro – and visiting them is a wonderful way to better understand the history of Kotor.… Read the rest
London is one of the most visited cities in the world – and it’s easy to understand why. The city is both historic and modern, it is home to royalty and celebrities – and it’s packed with iconic sights, museums, palaces and parks.… Read the rest
The Iceland south coast is marked by incredible landscapes. 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 the sights – and the tour surpassed our expectations!… 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, by far, our favorite. Perched atop a skyscraper, the indoor London Garden offers phenomenal city views – and, unlike other pricey London tourist attractions, it is completely free to visit…all you need is a Sky Garden reservation!… Read the rest
London is massive in just about every way: size, history, and culture. Rather than feeling overwhelmed by the numerous sights around the city, we focused our sightseeing on specific neighborhoods. In this Self-Guided Walking Tour of London we detail the most iconic neighborhood, the City of Westminster. … Read the rest