Ghent, Belgium is one of the most visited tourist cities in Belgium and for a good reason. It’s easily connected by train to several other popular tourist cities in Belgium. From Ghent, it takes you 25 minutes to reach Bruges (my favorite city in Belgium), 40 minutes to Brussels (the Belgian city with the most …
Bruges, Belgium is one of my favorite cities in Belgium and I’m not alone. Many travelers will pick Bruges as their favorite Belgian city and after a visit, it’s easy to see why. There’s beautiful architecture, loads of canals, plenty of good food, and so much more. If you have the time, I recommend giving …
Viña del Mar is a fun city to visit on its own. With its beautiful beaches and laid back vibe, it’s a great place to visit if you are looking to relax. But maybe you’re sick of relaxing and you’re looking for something to do in Viña del Mar, or slightly outside of it. This …
One of the most popular day trips for tourists in Santiago is the town of Valparaíso. This colorful city is a favorite among a lot of travelers, and quite frankly, I see it pop up on nearly every itinerary I look at. There is a good reason for that though. Valparaíso, along with the more …
Rotterdam is a city that surprised me. In my research, I found that it’s a more modern city with very modern architecture. In general, that is just not my thing. However, as I traveled to Antwerp, Belgium to Leiden, Netherlands, I had to stop and transfer trains in Rotterdam. If I was coming through, I …
For many travelers, a trip to the tulip fields in the Netherlands is a bucket list item. Along with those tulip fields, you’ll find Keukenhof, which boasts the best gardens in Europe. In this post, we’ll talk about all of the things you’ll need to know so you can plan the perfect day. Plus, I’ll …
One of the most popular day trips from Santiago, Chile is a tour to El Cajon del Maipo. This trip takes you up into the mountains to the Maipo Canyon and to the beautiful blue lake that surrounds it. The views are spectacular, especially on a clear day. Many people will visit as part of …
Chiloé Island has a lot for visitors to see including churches and scenic views. You’ll need a car and two or three days to get a good feel for the island, but not all visitors have that much time. So many visitors, myself included, visit Chiloé on a day trip from Puerto Varas. You won’t …
If you find yourself in Puerto Montt or Puerto Varas, you’ll no doubt find yourself wanting to get out and explore nature. One of the best ways to do that is a visit to the Osorno Volcano and Petrohué Falls. These two sights are often packaged together as a tour, offering visitors some truly beautiful …
Chile’s La Campana National Park sits just 30 miles from the popular vacation town of Viña del Mar. Still, when researching for things to do near Viña del Mar, I found this national park rarely makes lists of things to do. Even in popular guidebooks, this park will sometimes just one sentence. Still, the idea …
