Cartagena is a popular destination for visitors to Colombia. The colorful streets, delicious food, and beaches are just a few of the reasons people may choose to spend part, or all, of their vacation here. While you could spend a few days in and around Cartagena, this guide will cover how to spend one day …
5 Fun Things to Do in Bled, Slovenia
Bled, Slovenia is one of the best and easiest day trips to take from the capital city of Ljubljana. Once in town, you can walk around the gorgeous lake, take a boat to Slovenia’s only island, eat delicious cake, and enjoy the views of the surrounding area. In my opinion, a visit to Ljubljana wouldn’t …
10 Free Things to Do in Chicago
There are a lot of fun things to do in Chicago, but like so many cities, the cost of these big attractions can add up. If you aren’t paying attention, it’s easy to blow your entire travel budget in just a few short days. That’s not to say that these big sights in Chicago aren’t …
Some Big Life Changes…
This is a post I’ve thought about writing for a long time and now that it’s here, I’m still not sure what to say or even how to start it. The bottom line is that at the time of writing this post, I’m on a one way flight to Colombia. I’ve quit my job, packed …
5 Essential Acadia National Park Hiking Tips
There’s a lot that can be said about hiking at Acadia National Park. The hikes are great, but often difficult and I’ll fully admit, I didn’t realize quite how difficult some of these hikes would be. So, I put together this list of my top Acadia hiking tips. It’s everything that I wished I had …
Sunrise at Cadillac Mountain – Tips for Your Visit
Cadillac Mountain is a scenic drive at Acadia National Park that is so popular that a reservation system had to be implemented. From the top of the mountain, you’ll get views of the surrounding mountains and out to the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. It’s a beautiful view, especially at sunrise, or so I’ve been …
Bratislava Day Trip – Trenčín and Trnava
Many visitors to Bratislava visit as a day trip from Vienna, but spending the night allows you to see a bit more of the city. Plus if you extend your stay, you can venture a bit deeper into Slovakia during your travels, which is exactly what I did. So for my second day in Bratislava, …
Ljubljana Day Trip – Bled, Bohinj, and Triglav National Park
Ljubljana is nice, but there is so much beauty outside of Slovenia’s capital city. On a Ljubljana day trip, you can see some incredible scenery at Lake Bled and nearby Triglav National Park. Independent travelers can hop on a bus and explore on their own, but for those wanting to see a little more, or …
How to Visit Gödöllő Palace from Budapest, Hungary
If you’re looking for an easy day trip from Budapest to a gorgeous baroque palace, then consider a visit to Gödöllő Palace. This palace sits just outside Budapest’s city limits and was once home to Emperor Franz Josef and Empress Elisabeth of the Hapsburg Empire. The palace is small, compared to other palaces in Europe, …
How to Take a Szentendre Day Trip from Budapest
Budapest is lovely, but sometimes you need to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city. That’s where a Szentendre day trip comes in. This cutesy, artsy town sits about an hour outside of Budapest and is a popular day trip for visitors. The area is light on sights, but it can be pleasant …