Trailing Away – Blog Roll
12 Best Things to Do in Riga, Latvia in Autumn
One of the most beloved features of a long-term European vacation is the ability to experience so many different cultures, languages, foods, and history during one trip. There are also many beautiful, unique cities that haven't been hit as hard by tourism - making...
Hill of Crosses in Lithuania: Unique Religious Experience
The Hill of Crosses in Lithuania is unlike anything we have ever experienced. It is truly a spectacular place, not just because it is such a unique sight, but because it's message is one of hope, faith, and love. While we've been in many awe-inspiring churches and...
Gdansk Museum & City Walk for a Much-Needed History Refresher
Did you know that Gdansk, Poland, is where World War II began or that it was also the place the solidarity movement started, which led to the end of communism? Us either. That's because we never took a strong interest in history as kids or as adults. Until recently....
4 Tips for an Amazing Santorini Sunset at Santo Winery
The cliff-side city of Oia is known to be the best place to watch the famous Santorini sunset – known around the world for its epic display. But, if you do more than two minutes of research about this place, you’ll find out that it is a madhouse at sunset. During the...
9 Days in Transylvania: Romania Road Trip Highlights & Guide
Our nine-day visit to the Transylvania area (including an epic Romania Road Trip) is something that will definitely stand out in our travels. From wandering the quaint, medieval streets of Brasov and Sighisoara to driving the twisty-turny Transfagarasan Highway – and...
Driving the Famed Transfagarasan Highway in Romania & Staying on Balea Lake
Often listed as one of the best roads to drive in the world, the Transfagarasan Highway in Romania is filled with scenic views, interesting stops, and even possible wildlife viewing. On our 130+-km journey, we were blessed with perfect weather, an amazing spontaneous...
Salina Turda: Romania’s Underground Amusement Park in a Salt Mine
Originally our road trip through Romania was going to be focused between Brasov and Sibiu. Then I saw a photo of Salina Turda and couldn't resist the urge to see it in person. So, we decided to pick up and drop off our car in Cluj-Napoca instead, so that we could...
7 Reasons Visiting Bratislava Needs to Be on Your List!
For many, like us, visiting Bratislava means a short stop on a Eurotrip en route to places like Budapest or Vienna. While you could definitely see the major highlights of the city on a one-day trip, we highly recommend taking a bit longer to really soak it all in –...
Wandering & Wine Tasting in Budapest: A Memorable First Visit
We were never much into drinking in public settings before we started traveling. But, it has become very apparent that places with alcohol are often the same places where we can learn the most, have the best conversations, and find awesome food as well. Our experience...
Athens on a Budget: A Successful 24-Hour City Stay
We loved Athens. We loved Athens without going up to the Acropolis or taking a tour or buying souvenirs. We just loved getting to wander around and take in the city. The people are kind, the city is electric, and there are some amazing views – for free. It is...
How to Make the Most of a Barcelona Layover for an Awesome Short Visit
Turns out, a lot of flights to Europe have a Barcelona layover. So, when we realized that our budget flight to Santorini meant we’d be in Barcelona for THIRTEEN hours, it was a no-brainer to go into the new-to-us city. However, we knew this would take a bit of...
Must-Do Santorini Sailing Trip: An Unforgettable Perspective of the Island
Whenever we spoke to someone about our trip to Santorini, they told us we had to do the sailing trip. Every blog I read mentioned it. Every person we met on the island raved about the sailing tour. Clearly, this was the must-do Santorini activity! And, let's be...