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!
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 BeyondĀ
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
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
Riga, Latvian located next to Estonia and Lithuania in the Baltics region of Europe. This capital is vibrant, fun-filled and has lots of varied options of things to do. In this article, I will explain my top 5 recommendations for Riga, Latvia! Old Town - Vecriga Riga was a former trading post from 1201. Due … Continue reading Ultimate Guide to Riga’s Iconic Sites
Tallinn, Estonia is one of the major capitals within the Baltic region of Europe. This charming city is something out of a fairytale and sure to have something for all travelers. In the following article, I will outline my favorite things to do in Tallinn that are worth adding to your itinerary. Telliskivi (Creative City)Formerly … Continue reading Explore Tallinn: A Traveler’s Guide to Attractions
Kosovo is one of the world's youngest countries, having established its independence in 1991. The country is predominantly Muslim with a high percentage of Albanians. Currently, the country is a wonderful place to visit, but in previous years, it was a disputed terrorist between Serbia and modern day Kosovo due to political and historical tensions. … Continue reading Why Kosovo Should Be on Your Travel Radar
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