A visit to Castel Beseno near Trento, Italy
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 …
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A day trip from Ostrava to Opava, Czech Republic
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 …
Photo of the Day: Alcazaba of Malaga, Spain
The Alcazaba of Malaga, Spain is a fortification that sits above the city on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. While not as outwardly picturesque as some other Moorish citadels …
A day trip to Marstrand from Gothenburg including Match Cup Sweden & fortress
The west coast of Sweden is dotted with islands, making them perfect for summer vacations or day trips from Gothenburg. Having already visited the Southern Archipelago from Gothenburg, I …
Photo of the Day: Reflections of La Alhambra, Grenada, Spain
There are some tourist sites that are well-worth their reputations. La Alhambra in Grenada, Spain is one of them. There is a reason why millions of people flock to …
Top 10 things to do in Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Mallorca is the largest of the sun-soaked Balearic Islands off the coast of Spain. The capital, Palma de Mallorca, is a lovely place to pass the time, with activities ranging …
A day trip from Zurich to Liechtenstein & so much more (Or, why sometimes it’s good to get into cars with strangers)
I’ll preface this trip diary by saying this was not only one of my favorite days on this trip, but also one of my favorite days on any trip …
A day trip to San Marino from Rimini, Italy
Another day, another trip to a tiny European nation. San Marino sits just inside the eastern coast of Italy, completely surrounded by it, due east of Florence, and just southwest …
My Top Travel Instagram Photos – December 2014
I’m a bit late posting it this month, but here are some of my favorite travel photos I took and posted on Instagram in December. Some of the photos …