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
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
This is an itinerary that I designed and tacked onto a longer trip recently. From my experience in September, I will be writing what I learned, exploring key highlights, and giving recommendations. The travel itinerary is meant as a fun guide for you to customize per your travel interests and time. This itinerary is designed … Continue reading 11-Day European Itinerary: Belgium, Luxembourg, France & Switzerland
An Introduction The sprawling city of Kathmandu is as vivid in my memory as it was during my visit in 2019. The city is big, chaotic, and magical! Yes, those three words are not mutually exclusive. One of my favorite memories from Kathmandu was staying at a local hostel during off season. The hostel had … Continue reading Discovering Kathmandu: Secrets of a Vibrant City
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
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