I visited Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina in the summer of 2018. Before my visit, the country was primarily just a challenging name to memorize for my elementary school geography tests. Yet, I would be amazed by what I found during my visit. In the heart of the Balkans, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina … Continue reading Sarajevo: A Historical Gold Mine
Tallinn, Estonia is located on the Baltic Sea near Finland, Latvia and Lithuania. This wonderful capital is chalk full of things to do, places to eat, and hidden gems to uncover. I will be sharing a mini guide with you. It will include where to go, what to do, where to eat, and more about … Continue reading Exploring Tallinn: Your Ultimate Guide to Estonia’s Capital
Switzerland is often discussed by many as a wonderful place to visit year-round for natural beauty, food, and attractions. Before visiting Switzerland, I was unsure if the country would live up to the hype. In my experience, sometimes over-hyped places may be a disappointment solely because of the hype and expectations surrounding them. I visited … Continue reading Switzerland: 10 Days in Paradise!
Photo by Symeon Ekizoglou on Pexels.com Malta is a wonderful island known for sun, culture, and stunning architecture. Located in the Mediterranean between Sicily and Northern Africa, there are endless things to explore on the island of Malta. I will detail an approximate itinerary below. You can follow it on a first visit to Malta. … Continue reading Discover Malta: Detailed 8-Day Travel Guide
In writing this article, I have kept 2 things in mind. The first consideration I had was maximizing your time during your vacation. Travel is still considered a luxury for many Americans and time off can be hard to find. Given this, I have designed an easy itinerary. You can explore numerous and diverse locations … Continue reading 2 Weeks: Explore 3 Countries and 5 Cities
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
With just one week in Croatia, you can still experience a whirlwind mix of history, culture, and coastal beauty. This 1-week Croatia itinerary connects each destination by local bus or Flixbus, making it easy to travel between cities without renting a car. The Ultimate Croatia Itinerary: From Zagreb to Plitvice National Park Planning a trip … Continue reading Croatia: The Perfect Itineraries for Any Vacation
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
