Aedan AdriftIf I told you to visit a coastal Turkish city with incredible food that is also home to ancient ruins, you’d probably be on the first plane to Antalya. After all, it’s one of the top 10 most visited cities in the whole world, surely that’s where I’m telling you to go. There can’t be …
Read moreLake Bled is the most famous destination in Slovenia and also the best. You can’t come to Slovenia without spending at least a day here. The iconic photo of the island church in the center of the lake is frequently used as a screensaver for TVs and computers. If you’ve seen the photos and wondered: …
Read moreNestled in the Slovenian alps, just a short trip from the capital Ljubljana, is Slovenia’s fourth largest city: Kranj. This “city”, which is more of a small town, is known for its well-preserved medieval old town. The charming municipality is often overlooked by visitors, but it makes for a fantastic day trip from Ljubljana. Keep …
Read moreSintra is without a doubt one of the most magical places on Earth. It feels like stepping back in time into a fairytale world filled with stunning homes, a colorful castle, and ornate palaces. This was once the community of Portugal’s elite, where the wealthiest residents of Lisbon set up their summer homes to be …
Read moreVenice is a magical place. From the iconic waterways to the grandiose architecture, the city is filled with incredible beauty and history. Yet, to many across the world, Venice has gained a reputation for being overly crowded, touristy, and overrated. Those people didn’t experience Venice the right way. No doubt, there are a lot of …
Read moreSlovenia is one of the most underrated countries in all of Europe. It has everything you could want all bundled up in a relatively small package. The people here speak great English, prices are affordable for western tourists, the food is great, and the cities are clean and safe. There are towering mountains, jaw-dropping lakes, …
Read moreA day trip to Évora belongs on every traveler’s Portuguese itinerary. Évora is a charming town that lies at the center of the Alentejo region of Portugal. While small in stature (just ~50,000 residents) this town punches above its weight in historical significance. Located just 90 minutes from Lisbon by train, the whole town is …
Read moreMilan is known for being the fashion and financial capital of Italy, but there’s a lot more to this city than stock markets and high-end shopping. While it is often overlooked by tourists for its more famous neighbors like Rome and Florence and even criticized for being a boring place to visit, it is a …
Read moreEntrenched along the Tagus River lies the city of Lisbon, Europe’s westernmost capital. It has a rich and diverse history and is believed to be the second oldest European capital behind Athens. Over the course of its history the city changed hands between Muslim and Christian rulers several times which has resulted in a stunning …
Read moreWhen you think of Lisbon what is the first thing that comes to mind? Is it the sunshine? The architecture? Cristiano Ronaldo? If you’re like me and you love trying food in different places then you should add seafood, barbecue, and pastries to that list. This is a fantastic foodie city and while there’s too …
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