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
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 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
Oh, Portugal! What do you think of when you hear the name of this often underrated country? Most people conjure images of colorful buildings and trams! While you'd certainly be correct to associate these images with Portugal (perhaps more specifically Lisbon), but the country has so much more to offer. I will be covering some … Continue reading Best Places to Visit in Portugal
How do mountains influence the weather? How are micro climates formed? Here, I find myself pondering the weather due to its sheer unpredictability. My first introduction to Montenegro was the gorgeous city of Kotor. A walled city occupied by Venetians, the Ottoman, the Austro-Hungarians, and the Serbs. White cobblestone streets shed light on a rich … Continue reading The Mountains of Montenegro
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