Mostar is a city in Bosnia and Herzegovina that is lovely. Due to its strong Turkish influence from its occupation by the Ottoman empire, the architecture and culture is rich. My first full day there was spent wandering and I eventually made it to 'Lovely Bosnian House'. The accommodation truly lives up to its name … Continue reading Wanderlust in the Balkans: Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sofia (4 days) with day trips to Plovdiv, Bulgaria and Rila Monastery When visiting Sofia, I did not know what to expect. I was delighted to find a great diversity of things to do, eat, and explore! The walking tours that I went on were also a very great addition to the trip. I highly … Continue reading The Ultimate Balkans Itinerary: From Bulgaria to Beyond
Skopje is the capital of North Macedonia, a country in the Balkans region of Europe. The city is funky, full of things to do, and steeped in history. The city has influence of both the Greek and Roman time periods. In this article, I will outline my favorite 4 things to do in the city … Continue reading Explore Skopje: Cultural Gems and History
1 Week With one week of time in Croatia, I will show you how to have a whirlwind adventure while still taking in the history and beauty of the country. All of the recommended destinations are well-connected by bus (local) or Flixbus. Zagreb (1.5 days) Since my first visit to Croatia, I have referred to … Continue reading Croatia: The Perfect Itineraries for Any Vacation
Saint John, US Virgin Islands is a wonderful vacation spot full of sandy beaches, turquoise water and history. I was drawn to the island after hearing stories about St. John, USVI from my dad who would venture there during summers. He would go there, because my grandmother worked on cruise ships off of the port … Continue reading Explore St. John’s Rich History and Beautiful Beaches
1 Week in Central Europe: Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest “I have 1 week in Europe, but I want to go somewhere off-the-beaten path” “I am curious about new places!” “I love culture and trying new foods!” Does this sound like you? If so, this itinerary is for you! With one-week in central Europe, you are already … Continue reading Explore Central Europe: Vienna, Bratislava & Budapest in 7 Days
When living in Vietnam as an expat, I found the city of Hanoi to be a wonderful mix of old and new. From the Old Quarter with French influenced architecture and egg coffee to the neighborhood of Tay Ho where nearer businesses were known to take shape. My experience living in the city was highly … Continue reading Explore Hanoi: Off-the-Beaten-Path Attractions
Originally, I was drawn to the island after hearing stories from my grandmother. She spent time as a former immigration officer on cruise ships that would come into the port of Saint Thomas. After one visit, I found myself hooked on the beauty of this island and neighboring USVI's. I cannot wait to come back … Continue reading Explore Charlotte Amalie and the Best Viewpoints in St. Thomas
Hoi An, Vietnam is a magical destination with things to explore during the day as well as a unique feel at night. This town is frequently visited among backpackers exploring South East Asia and you'll soon find out why! I'll now dive into my top 3 things to do when visiting Hoi An. This list … Continue reading Top 3 Things to Do in Hoi An, Vietnam
The Hill of Crosses was something I had never seen before on my trip to the Baltics in 2023. Here, many crosses, religious statues and figures as well as crucifixes stand atop a large hill. It is estimated that 100,000 crosses were he as of 2006. Undoubtedly, the number has since then increased. Originally, as … Continue reading Discovering the Mystique of the Hill of Crosses in the Baltics
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