Europe

The Scheldt River passes through Antwerp, Belgium. While most of the city, including its historic center, are on the eastern side of the river, newer sections were added on …

Ghent is perhaps the best city for encountering all of the best of Belgium. The gorgeous city center is filled with medieval architecture, riverside views, and history. There’s great …

The Lake District is perhaps the most beautiful area of England. Mountains tower above the green valley floors, and of course, there are the lakes. After a long day …

Cuenca, Spain is a gorgeous city that clings to the cliffs about halfway between Madrid & Valencia, making it a perfect day trip from each of them. While the …

Bridport is a small town located just inland along the Jurassic Coast of Dorset in England. Perhaps most famously for television fans, nearby West Bay was used as a …

One of my favorite parts of traveling is getting to try new local pastries around the world. In Valencia, Spain, the local specialties include horchata, fartons, & buñuelos, all …

Greenwich makes for a lovely day out from hectic London. Between its open parklands, walks along the Thames, and history around every corner, there’s plenty to see and do. …

As you walk around Valencia, it’s impossible not to notice just how many orange trees line the streets of the city. If you visit during the winter months, you’ll …

Despite being the 3rd largest city in Spain, Valencia is often overlooked by visitors. That’s a shame because it’s a lovely place, a straddling mix of historic sites & …

Before traveling to Istanbul, I asked a friend if she had any book recommendations for me to read before my visit. She gave me a few good options, including …

Granada, Spain is the home of La Alhambra, the famed palace & fortress that dominates the view over the town. Once you’ve seen that (and it truly is magnificent), …

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 …

Trento and the rest of the Trentino region of Italy is best known for being the home of the Dolomites, the gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage mountain range that towers …

By this point, it feels like everyone has been to Iceland. I finally made it there for a few days, and in between going on tours of the gorgeous …

Istanbul is known for many wonderful things. Its food is perhaps some of the best on the planet. Its history is some of the longest & most intriguing. Its …