We're in Iceland – just outside of Reykjavik – for ALL of December. That means we get to enjoy all four advent weekends at the Reykjavik Christmas Markets and others in the area (there are SO MANY ACTIVITIES)! After visiting Iceland in September a few... Read more
While the cruise-lined city of Kotor draws in a vast majority of tourists who visit Montenegro (and for good reason), there's a small town just a short drive up the scenic Bay of Kotor offering equally amazing views and fewer crowds (for those who time their visit... Read more
Kotor is one of the most well-known tourist destinations in Montenegro. But where does one go to get the best view of Kotor and the beautiful Kotor Bay? Well, luckily for you, it's pretty simple! You just need to take a little stroll up the Kotor City Walls and make... Read more
No trip to Dubrovnik, Croatia, would be complete without visiting, and taking a dip in, at least one beach. So, we have listed the best beaches in Dubrovnik right outside of the Old Town walls. You won't need to rent a car, take a bus, or hire a taxi to get to these... Read more
If you have ever looked into Dubrovnik, or Croatia for that matter, I'm sure you have seen the photos of Dubrovnik Old Town from above. These photos are often taken on Mount Srd Dubrovnik, the hill where Fort Imperial sits. You can see the fort as well as a large... Read more
About a century before Disneyland was constructed, Tivoli Gardens was welcoming its first visitors to this idyllic Denmark amusement park nestled into scenic Copenhagen – with Hans Christian Anderson himself in attendance! The gardens and classic rides bring up... Read more
Sometimes I get an idea in my head that is absolutely ridiculous. In these cases, I always give Buddy veto power and if he doesn't take that opportunity, then all bets are off. This is how we ended up in a Helsinki sauna during an eight-hour day trip to Finland (which... Read more
Have you ever traveled to a new city and had absolutely no idea about its history? Well, that is us much more often than we should probably admit. However, during our travels, we have found that many cities offer free historical guided walking tours – which is... Read more
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 –... Read more
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... Read more
