Nearly every person I know who I confess my love of Istanbul to agrees: there’s something magical about this city on the Bosphorus. Many writers would say it’s because it’s a place where East meets West – where Europe and Asia make eyes at each other over nothing more than a simple river. Others would…
If you’re looking for a wonderful yet budget-friendly place to add to your Spain trip, allocate at least 2 days in Granada to your Spain itinerary! This beautiful city is one of my favorite places I visited in my 5 weeks of travel across Spain, and I’ll stand by the fact that it’s one of…
Fuerteventura is the second largest of the Canary Islands, after Tenerife — but it’s actually the oldest, geologically speaking at least. Plus, its unique geological features won it UNESCO’s approval in 2009, when it declared the island a biosphere reserve. The island of Fuerteventura is ideal for exploring stunning natural landscapes on hikes, relaxing on…
From sparkling turquoise coastlines to rugged alpine peaks, taking a road trip through Italy is one of the greatest joys of traveling in Europe. Taking an Italy road trip to enjoy the Mediterranean country’s spectacular landscapes and charming little towns is certainly worthy of its spot on your bucket list; but where to go? If…
Visiting a city as rich in culture, history and attractions as Lisbon in one day only is no easy task, but I’ve got you covered! If you’re pressed for time or just passing through and only have 24 hours in Lisbon to check out Portugal’s delightful capital, make sure to pack some comfortable shoes and get…
I had a feeling I would love Porto, the Portuguese city famed for its port wines and beautiful tiles… and after 2 days in Porto, I knew I was right. This city on the Douro truly lives up to all its hype. Its azulejos were stunning, its food incredible, and its vibe enchanting. Everything was…
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…
If you’ll be visiting Portugal with a car and you plan on driving from Lisbon to Porto, you might as well make it a fun road trip and have a few stops along the way. Portugal’s two biggest cities are just over three hours apart, but there’s a lot to be discovered between them. During…
If you only have one day in Bratislava, you’re going to want to pack quite a lot in. Many people mistakenly think there’s not a lot to see in Bratislava – myself included until I visited. As a result, it’s given a quick stopover between its bigger, shinier neighbors of Prague and Budapest, or perhaps…
