Portugal doesn’t sit in the shadows of more famous European countries anymore. The country’s beautiful cities draw millions of tourists each year. But, you don’t have to put up with the crowds in Porto and Lisbon if you want to enjoy Portugal’s fantastic cuisine, historic architecture, and multicultural vibes. The Portuguese countryside is a paradise…
Lisbon is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. With so many incredible museums, miradouros, markets, and meals, it’s nearly impossible to get your fill of Lisbon. I’ve been lucky enough to spend over three weeks in Lisbon over the last two years and have never gotten bored, and I know it’s a city…
I’d wanted to do an Azores road trip for years. I have a thing for rugged and wild islands, the kind that you feel you could have been shipwrecked on centuries ago. And smack dab in the middle of the Atlantic 1,400 kilometers from the nearest continent, the Azores certainly fit that description. Though, to…
Note: This is a guest post by Brady Trautman of SV Delos. Sailing across an ocean is a humbling experience! Over the past ten years, I’ve been fortunate enough to live a lifestyle that allows me to experience the world by boat, crossing vast distances by the power of the wind, and experiencing a way…
If you’re planning a trip to the Azores, a big question you likely have is where to stay in the Azores. After all, this beautiful archipelago of islands belonging to Portugal but adrift in the Atlantic offers a distinct variety of experiences, from whale watching to hot spring hopping to waterfall chasing. There truly is…
While every one of the Hawaiian islands offers something special, Oahu is the one that really feels like it has it all. A thriving metropolis, delicious food culture, incredible history, and of course — amazing beaches, hikes, and landscapes everywhere you look when you visit Oahu. This post outlines a Honolulu itinerary for a short…
I went to the Azores at the end of March this year, and I’m still reeling about my trip. In a matter of just three days, the Azores quickly shot up to one of my favorite places in the world. But packing for the Azores can be a bit of a challenge, as these windswept…
There’s nothing more incredible than seeing whales out in the wild, and Hawaii is one of the few places where you can see one of the most majestic whales of all: the marvelous humpback whale. These stunning whales migrate all the way from their feeding grounds in Alaska to bask, breed, and calve in the…
Preparing for a hike can take some effort, from picking a trailhead that is the appropriate difficulty, to deciding how to dress and how to pack, to figuring out key safety information before your hike. Luckily, there is a wide variety of hiking apps out there that aim to make every part of the hiking…
