I spent only one full day in Venice but the city grabs you as soon as you enter her walls. My travels in Italy felt like I was just sampling what it had to offer, one day in Venice, two days in Florence and one whirlwind day in Rome. For a look at a longer Venice itinerary, check out this …
When people think about National Parks we tend to focus on the parks in the United States, but that is very shortsighted. There are national parks in every country around the world. In Canada, there are 37 National Parks and 11 National Park reserves, sometimes called provincial parks. These are all run by Parks Canada and some of the best …
*This post contains affiliate links, if you click on a link in this post and make a purchase you are helping to support this blog. When I started traveling I had no idea what I was doing. I felt like a fish out of water, floundering around trying to figure it all out. I made mistakes, lost money, ate bad …
Victoria BC is my favorite Canadian city. It is the capital of British Columbia but manages to maintain a cute small city feel with amazing weather, great people and a ton to explore. Vancouver Island has a lot of amazing places to see, but your first stop should always be a couple days in Victoria. These are my recommendations for …
*This post contains affiliate links. By clicking on these links and making a purchase you are helping to support this blog. As travelers we get to see some of the best of the world bringing about a sense of responsibility and a deep respect for the world we live in. We want to be better, to be a part of …
The town of Hluboká nad Vltavou is situated closely to České Budějovice in the Czech Republic and is worth the day trip if for nothing other than to visit Hluboka castle. Though the old town and historic center are also worth checking out, as it runs along the Vltava River. Best time to visit When putting together your travel plans …
When you think of the Czech Republic you automatically think of Prague and all the things you can do there, even visiting Prague in winter. But in south Bohemia, situated on the Vltava River is one of the most beautiful Czech towns, Český Krumlov. The town centre is built around a 13th-century castle, not much has changed in this medieval …
České Budějovice is the largest city in the south Bohemian region of the Czech Republic, though I never had the feeling that I was in a big city while visiting. This beautiful city also boasts one of the largest squares in Europe surrounded by colorful buildings, giving it all a very picturesque and fairytale feel. It’s a great place to …
*This post contains affiliate links, if you make a purchase I get a small commission The Azores Islands are a bit of an enigma to most. When you tell someone, you are heading to the Azores you tend to get blank stares in response, followed by “Where is that?” But trust me, it is one of the best places to …
*This post contains affiliate links, if you make a purchase I get a small commission Turks and Caicos is the perfect place to go to get away from winter for a while. Its perfect weather, great ocean views and snorkeling, and incredible food make this a must visit destination. Not sure where to eat? Check out my picks for the …