Straddling seven hills and full of ornate architecture and deep-rooted traditions topped with a bohemian flair, Lisbon is a bonafide tour de force on the Iberian peninsula. It’s no wonder that the city is so popular with tourists and is one of the most visited cities in Southern Europe. Lisbon was the first stop on… Read More How to Spend the Perfect 3 Days in Lisbon (with Tips by a Local)
In this part of our “One Day” series, we’re looking how to spend one day in Budapest, Hungary. Budapest is one of our all-time favorite destinations. With its famous thermal baths, rustic ruin pubs, great museums, fantastic classical architecture and quaint neighborhoods, there’s a lot to love about this city. While one day in Budapest… Read More How to Spend One Day in Budapest if You Love History & Cake
Hamburg’s rich maritime history, eclectic architecture, canals, world-class museums, vibrant nightlife, and shopping options make it an irresistible tourist destination. Jacky and I visited Hamburg in 2018 in the midst of a heatwave and despite the intense heat were pleasantly surprised as to how much we liked it. While one day in Hamburg may not… Read More One Day in Hamburg: How to Spend 24 Hours in Hamburg
On our latest trip to Naples, I could hardly wait to get to the ancient city of Pompeii. I couldn’t help but think that my high-school Latin teacher would have been proud of me. Finally, I would see the city that I had read about in texts by Pliny the Younger. We spent a whole… Read More Day Trip from Naples to Pompeii and Herculaneum
Of all the mainland Nordic capitals Helsinki is the definitely most underrated one. It has many quirky attractions and a distinct vibe making it a great city to explore in its own right. Having lived in Finland for a decade, we probably spent more than just one weekend in Helsinki. This guide includes our recommendations… Read More How to Spend a Weekend in Helsinki Like a Local
Nothing says Naples quite as well as a nice, hot pizza. On our most recent visit to Naples, Mihir and I only had one mission: To find the very best pizza in Naples. In only 3 days we managed to eat no less than 15 pizzas, all in the name of science, of course. We… Read More Where to Get the Best Pizza in Naples, Italy: 8 Tried and Tested Restaurants
In this part of our “One Day” series, we’re looking how to spend one day in Naples, Italy. Naples is arguably the most vibrant city in Italy with a population of around 1 million inhabitants. Jacky and I set off on our four day trip to Naples full of anticipation and the slightest bit of… Read More How to Spend One Day in Naples if You Love Pizza and History
Riga, the self-proclaimed capital of the Baltics oozes with charm, sights, and breathtaking architecture. Riga is our second favorite destination in the Baltics (Oh Vilnius, you’re just so special!). Jacky and I were in Riga for a second time recently and had an even better experience than our last trip. We are offering our lowdown… Read More 19 Best Things to Do in Riga if You Love Food, Culture, and History
Kaunas, the avant-garde second city of Lithuania lies a mere 100 km west of Vilnius at the confluence of the Neris and Nemunis rivers. Unfortunately, we missed Kaunas during our first visit to Lithuania. What a miss, because Kaunas has so much more to offer than we had thought! Here’s our lowdown on the best… Read More 15 Fun Things to Do in Kaunas for all Tastes
One of my favorite things in travel is to hunt for beautiful architecture. Classic architecture can be found anywhere in Europe, of course, but Europeans also took their sense for style to the colonies. We’ve teamed up with fellow travel bloggers to highlight some of the most beautiful examples of colonial architecture around the world.… Read More 20 Most Beautiful Examples of Colonial Architecture from around the World
