Montezuma Well
Every time I’d taken the drive up I-17 from Phoenix towards Flagstaff, Sedona, or Prescott, I’d passed by signs for Montezuma Castle & Montezuma Well. Despite having done this …
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Montezuma Castle
Every time I take the drive up I-17 from Phoenix towards Flagstaff, Sedona, or Prescott, I pass by signs for Montezuma Castle & Montezuma Well. Despite having done this …
Monte Urgull in San Sebastian, Spain
It’s impossible to see Monte Urgull towering above San Sebastián & not think that it would be an amazing place to get a great view of the city & …
A day trip from Dublin to Dalkey, Ireland
December 18, 2020 Art & Architecture, Culture, Day Trips & Tours, Dublin, Europe, Hiking & Outdoors, Ireland, Travel Guides No Comments
Once a medieval port, Dalkey, Ireland is now home to Ireland’s rich & famous. Even if you can’t afford to move there, a day trip from Dublin to Dalkey …
Blarney Castle – Kissing the Blarney Stone for the Gift of Gab, history, gardens, & much more
November 21, 2020 Art & Architecture, Cork, Culture, Day Trips & Tours, Europe, Hiking & Outdoors, History, Ireland, Travel Guides No Comments
Blarney Castle is one of the most famous castles in Ireland. It’s located just outside of Cork. The Blarney Stone at the top of the tower is legendary in …
Ross Castle & Ross Island in Killarney, Ireland
November 15, 2020 Art & Architecture, Culture, Europe, Hiking & Outdoors, History, Ireland, Killarney-Kerry, Travel Guides No Comments
One of the most iconic views in Killarney, Ireland is Ross Castle, a 15th century castle on the edge of Lough Leane, the largest of Killarney’s lakes. The castle …
Blackrock Castle Observatory in Cork, Ireland
October 27, 2020 Art & Architecture, Cork, Culture, Europe, History, Ireland, Museums, Travel Guides No Comments
There’s no shortage of beautiful, historic castles in Ireland. Near Cork, of course, is the famous Blarney Castle. However, there’s another castle that’s even closer to the city: Blackrock …
A visit to Castel Beseno near Trento, Italy
July 7, 2019 Art & Architecture, Culture, Day Trips & Tours, Europe, Hiking & Outdoors, History, Italy, Travel Guides, Trento No Comments
Castel Beseno is one of five major castles near Trento, Italy. While each of them have their own appeal, Castel Beseno is perhaps the most picturesque. During my trip …
A day trip from Ostrava to Opava, Czech Republic
October 29, 2018 Art & Architecture, Beer & Breweries, Culture, Czech Republic, Day Trips & Tours, Europe, Food, Food & Drink, History, Museums, Ostrava, Travel Guides No Comments
Ostrava, Czech Republic is a nice city with a rich mining history & good craft beer. If you’re visiting and looking to get away for the day, a day …
A day trip from Lisbon to Sintra, Portugal – Castle of the Moors & Pena National Palace
June 11, 2018 Art & Architecture, Cascais, Culture, Day Trips & Tours, Europe, Food, Food & Drink, Hiking & Outdoors, History, Lisbon, Museums, Portugal, Sintra, Travel Guides No Comments
Sintra is one of the most popular day trips from Lisbon, and it’s easy to see why. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to several architectural & historical …
A visit to Sao Jorge Castle & Alfama in Lisbon, Portugal
June 4, 2018 Art & Architecture, Culture, Europe, Hiking & Outdoors, History, Lisbon, Museums, Portugal, Travel Guides No Comments
Lisbon’s rich history can be found around any corner, but it’s in the famous Alfama district where it really comes to life. Sao Jorge Castle is the centerpiece of …
A day trip from Porto to Guimarães, Portugal
May 24, 2018 Art & Architecture, Culture, Day Trips & Tours, Europe, Food, Food & Drink, Guimaraes, History, Museums, Porto, Portugal, Travel Guides No Comments
If you’re looking for a great day trip from Porto, the beautiful medieval town of Guimarães is just 25 miles away, making it a perfect escape from the city. Guimarães is …
A day trip from Glasgow to Bothwell Castle
August 14, 2017 Art & Architecture, Culture, Day Trips & Tours, Europe, Glasgow, Hiking & Outdoors, History, Scotland, Travel Guides No Comments
Most visitors to Scotland think of Edinburgh or the Highlands when it comes to seeing historic castles. However, there’s a cool medieval castle right near Glasgow called Bothwell Castle. …
A visit to Jinjuseong Fortress in Jinju, South Korea
July 21, 2017 Art & Architecture, Asia, Culture, History, Jinju, South Korea, Travel Guides No Comments
I visited Jinju, South Korea for the Jinju Lantern Festival. The annual event is the highlight of Jinju’s calendar, and the primary time that the city gets visitors each …
A food tour of Stockholm, Sweden
December 30, 2016 Culture, Day Trips & Tours, Europe, Food, Food & Drink, Stockholm, Sweden, Travel Guides No Comments
During my time in Stockholm, I joined an afternoon-long food tour of the city called “What does Stockholm taste like?” This was another complimentary pre-TBEX activity courtesy of Visit Stockholm. The …