Nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains lies Lake Tahoe. This sprawling lake is 191.6 mi². The vacation spot houses a wide-variety of accommodations with water views, eateries, pubs, trails and beaches. Lake Tahoe After arriving late on the Friday of Memorial Day weekend, we were ready to set off to explore early Saturday morning. Near our … Continue reading Lake Tahoe: A Guide to Exploring without a Car
Nestled in a town north of Seattle lies Mount Vernon within Skagit Valley. Each year as Spring begins (~April) in the Pacific Northwest, large fields of colorful tulips bloom. Rows of flowers, families, couples and curious photographers make visits to the fields. Red, orange, purple and more colors abound. Transportation From Seattle, I explored a … Continue reading How to Visit Tulip Town from Seattle: A Travel Guide
Photo by Ishay Botbol on Pexels.com I first visited India in 2019 around the time of Holi, the festival of colors often celebrated in Northern India. During a larger backpacking trip, I set off to visit a country I had long wished to explore! From entering Southern India via Kochi to kayaking in the backwaters … Continue reading India: Things to Consider
Cape Town, South Africa is a cultural center of South Africa. The city offers a vast variety of activities. These include wonderful views, great food, cultural sights, nearby wildlife, and beach activities. There is even more to explore. During the time where I lived in Vietnam. I recall hearing stories about Cape Town from friends … Continue reading Cape Town, South Africa: Nature, Wildlife, and Culture
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 Leonid Sobolev on Pexels.com Marrakesh, Morocco is a city that feels like another world in the best way possible! This colorful, bustling city is packed full of things to do. My first visit to Morocco was back in 2018 after studying abroad in Denmark. I headed to Morocco on Spring Break after spending … Continue reading Enchanting Morocco: Marrakesh and Waterfalls!
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
Malaysia is located near Indonesia and Singapore in Southern Asia. The country is booming with things to see, eat and wonderful people watching opportunities. During my time in Kuala Lumpur, I recall a dazzling display of cultures and diversity. Penang offered a more laid back feeling. Below, I will describe my ideal 10-day itinerary in … Continue reading Malaysia: The Perfect 10 day Itinerary
As mentioned in a previous article, one suggested route was starting in Sofia, Bulgaria and heading west. Another option for your itinerary is presented here. For example, in this itinerary, you would start from Serbia and head into Bosnia and Herzegovina before going onward. See previous article: HERE Explore both articles. See which descriptions of … Continue reading Alternative 2 to 3 week Balkans Itinerary
Luang Prabang, Laos: Introduction Luang Prabang is the ancient capital of Laos. The city is a UNESCO world heritage site. This status is due to its architecture, cultural richness, and access to the Mekong River. The influence of Buddhism on the atmosphere of this Laotian city can be strongly felt. The mix of colonial architecture … Continue reading The Ancient Capital of Laos: 5 Recommendations
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