Dubai is unlike any city on the planet and it’s easy to see why it’s been dubbed The Gem of the Middle East. A unique fusion of Bedouin heritage and an ultra-modern culture, Dubai will not only live up to but completely exceed your expectations! At first thought, Dubai conjures up vivid angular images of…
21 Most Beautiful Dordogne Towns and Villages to Visit Magnificent castles, beautiful medieval villages, a dreamy bucolic landscape, bustling markets, a bountiful gastronomy – Dordogne in southwest France has long been a big draw for its beautiful small country towns The third largest department of France, forming part of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, the Dordogne department is more…
The Mediterranean island of Sicily lies at the very edge of Europe, and it‘s location gives it an interesting cultural mishmash rarely found in the otherwise rather monocultural Italy. Spending 4 days in Sicily is just enough to satisfy your senses, give your skin a sun-kissed look and leave you itching to book your next…
Since moving to Nice, visiting Monaco has become one of my favorite weekend activities. If you don’t know much about the mini microstate that is Monaco, don’t worry: this guide will tell you not only what you need to know, but the best things to see on a visit! First, Monaco is not a city…
Spending one day in Rome in soon? Well, I’m incredibly jealous. This ancient Italian metropolis blew my mind when I was there recently! Paying it a visit is a bucket-list activity like none other. But I suppose it’s also something of a mixed blessing, right? I mean, it’s called the Eternal City for a reason!…
Wandering the medieval streets of Monteriggioni, it’s easy to feel like you’ve stepped into bygone era, Outlander-style. Located along the Via Francigena route, Monteriggioni simply couldn’t get any cuter. This entirely-walled-in small village is part of the Tuscan province Siena, and definitely vies for the prize of being one of Tuscany’s most scenic towns. And…
Ready to step off the earth and into a whole new planet? Staying in a Wadi Rum bubble dome hotel in the stunning Jordanian desert is closest thing you’ll find to waking up on Mars. Imagine this: after a day of exploring the alien-like landscapes of Wadi Rum — affectionately dubbed the Valley of the…
Slovenia is a small European country tucked away in the Balkans, bordering Italy, Croatia, Hungary, and Austria. Despite its small size (it’s actually smaller than New Jersey!), the country has remarkable variety and exceptional beauty – from alpine peaks to rolling plains, from peaceful coasts to deep caves and roaring rivers. We spent two weeks…
Rugged emerald spire-like mountains cascading into the turquoise sea, deep multicolored canyons rivaling Southwestern landscapes, waterfalls only visible by helicopter… sound like a dream? It is. And yet, it’s also a real place: the beautiful Hawaiian island of Kauai (written Kauaʻi in the Hawaiian language). Located nearly 3,000 miles from the American mainland, Kauai is…
