Europe
A Beautiful Week Visiting the Munich Christmas Markets A Beautiful Week Visiting the Munich Christmas Markets Festive Cheer, Glühwein, and Holiday Magic The crisp December air welcomed us as we stepped into Munich’s magical Christmas market season. The city transformed into a glowing winter wonderland, with twinkling lights, festive decorations, […]
Our Time in the Andorra Mountains Our Time in the Andorra Mountains Hikes, Mountain Huts, and Pure Tranquility Our adventure in the Andorra mountains began with an early morning drive through mist-shrouded valleys. The crisp, invigorating air set the perfect tone for a day of exploration. We set off on […]
Our Time in the Andorra Mountains
Visiting Andorra la Vella Visiting Andorra la Vella History, Mountain Views, and Local Delights in the Pyrenees I arrived in Andorra la Vella with a mix of excitement and curiosity, eager to explore the capital of this tiny, picturesque country nestled high in the Pyrenees at over 1,000 metres elevation. […]
Visiting Andorra la Vella – The Ultimate Guide
EUROPE TRAVEL STORIES Welcome to our Europe Travel Stories, where we recount unforgettable adventures across this diverse continent. From the ancient ruins of Greece to the historic streets of Rome, our tales bring to life the rich cultures, stunning landscapes, and vibrant experiences Europe has to offer. Join us as […]
Europe Travel Stories – The Ultimate Guide
GERMANY OUR TIME IN FREIBURG Wandering through Freiburg was a joyful experience, with its picturesque streets, lush greenery, historic buildings, and vibrant local culture. Germany Travel Guides Freiburg Travel Guides Our Time in Freiburg: A Delightful Journey Freiburg, a charming city nestled in the Black Forest, offered us a delightful […]
Our Time in Freiburg Germany – The Ultimate Guide
ANDORRA DRIVING MOUNTAIN ROADS Driving the crazy mountain roads of Andorra was an exhilarating adventure, with thrilling twists, breathtaking views, and unforgettable landscapes Andorra Travel Guides Driving the Crazy Mountain Roads of Andorra Driving through the mountain roads of Andorra was an exhilarating experience that tested both my driving skills […]
Driving In Andorra – The Ultimate Guide
Touring the Vineyards of Khaketi Touring the Vineyards of Khaketi An unforgettable journey through Georgia’s ancient wine country Nestled in the heart of Georgia’s wine country, our base in Telavi provided the perfect gateway to the renowned Khaketi Wineries. The journey through rolling vineyards, with the majestic Caucasus Mountains as […]
Touring Khaketi Wineries Georgia – Travel Stories Recently updated!
Three Weeks in Sofia: Bulgaria’s Charming Capital Three Weeks in Sofia: Bulgaria’s Charming Capital Golden cathedrals, ancient Roman ruins, serene parks, and surprisingly excellent international food We spent three unforgettable weeks in Sofia, Bulgaria, and quickly fell in love with the city’s perfect blend of old-world charm and modern vibrancy. […]
Stories from Sofia Bulgaria – Travel Stories
Istanbul Misadventure: A Tale of Rain and Regret Istanbul Misadventure: A Tale of Rain and Regret Why Istanbul and I Don’t Get Along Returning to Istanbul after a decade, I hoped for a fresh perspective. Despite some challenges, we experienced moments of beauty and charm, offering a new glimpse into […]
24 Hours In Istanbul – Travel Stories
Catching The Doğu Express From Kars To Ankara Catching The Doğu Express From Kars To Ankara A 30-Hour Adventure Across Eastern Turkey When researching the easiest overland route from Georgia to Eastern Europe, I discovered the most straightforward path was through Turkey. During my search, I came across vague references […]
The Dogu Express Across Turkey – Travel Stories
Traveling from Hopa to Kars in Far Eastern Turkey Traveling from Hopa to Kars in Far Eastern Turkey A Spectacular Mountain Bus Journey I wasn’t sure what to expect on this journey, but we traveled through the most spectacular countryside, with towering mountains and deep gorges housing rushing rivers. We […]
Kars | A Few Days In Kars Turkey – Travel ...
Georgia to Turkey (On a Bus) – Chaos at the Border & Torrential Rain Georgia to Turkey (On a Bus) Chaos at the Border… and Torrential Rain In a perfect world we would have taken the direct route from Tbilisi to Kars through Armenia, but relations between Turkey and Armenia […]
Georgia To Turkey On A Bus – Travel Stories
Exploring Georgia: The Oldest Wine Country in the World Exploring Georgia: The Oldest Wine Country in the World The Oldest Wine-Producing Country in the World (and ChaCha!) In any country that uses minibuses to ferry people around, there is a general rule — there is always room for one more. […]
Exploring Georgia – Travel Stories
Travelling in Azerbaijan: A Country of Contrasts and Extreme Wealth Travelling in Azerbaijan A Country of Contrasts and Extreme Wealth We landed at Heydar Aliyev International Airport in Baku in the afternoon, and our Airbnb host had arranged a car to collect us — a nice change from the usual […]
Travelling In Azerbaijan – Travel Stories
Visiting Moscow, Russia: Red Square, The Kremlin & Soviet Weirdness Visiting Moscow, Russia The weirdest apartment we’ve ever stayed in and non-stop rain We caught the night train from St Petersburg to Moscow, our last train trip on the great train journey across Russia. We arrived in Moscow at the […]
Visiting Moscow Russia – The Ultimate Guide
St Petersburg: Russia’s Most Beautiful City St Petersburg: Russia’s Most Beautiful City Palaces, canals, White Nights and the magnificent Hermitage — one of the world’s most sophisticated cities I’ve never really had a bucket list, but St Petersburg has fascinated me since I was 15 years old. My high school […]
The Best 6 Days In St Petersburg: Stories From Russia
Across Russia on the Trans-Siberian Railway Across Russia on the Trans-Siberian Railway In June 2019 we crossed two thirds of Russia — over 6000 kilometres, nearly 4000 of those on the legendary Trans-Siberian Railway We entered Russia from Mongolia at Khyagr and our first major stop was Irkutsk and the […]
Across Russia On A Train – Travel Stories
Five Days in Listvyanka: Lake Baikal’s Stunning Shores Five Days in Listvyanka: Lake Baikal’s Stunning Shores Stunning Scenery, Delicious Fresh (and Smoked) Fish, Cute Freshwater Seals, and Dodgy Accommodation Listvyanka is a small village on the banks of Lake Baikal, about 1.5 hours from Irkutsk. Thanks to its proximity to […]
Beautiful Lake Baikal Russia – Travel Stories
48 Hours in Irkutsk: Wooden Architecture and Siberian Life 48 Hours in Irkutsk: Wooden Architecture and Siberian Life Cold showers, beautiful decaying wooden houses, and first impressions of Eastern Siberia By the time we reached the hostel in Irkutsk, we were hot and exhausted. Our rooms were downstairs with almost […]
48 Hours In Irkutsk Russia – Travel Stories
A Night Train to Irkutsk: 23 Hours on the Trans-Siberian Railway A Night Train to Irkutsk: 23 Hours on the Trans-Siberian Railway From Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia to Irkutsk, Russia 23 Hours • 1,029 KM The day dawned bright and warm on our last morning in Ulaanbaatar. We enjoyed a final coffee […]
Irkutsk | A Night Train To Irkutsk Russia – The ...
Falling Under Rome’s Spell Again: Rediscovering the Eternal City Falling Under Rome’s Spell Again: Rediscovering the Eternal City Trastevere apartment, iconic sights, authentic trattorias, and perfect gelato It had been quite a few years since I last visited Rome, and once again, I fell completely under her spell. The Eternal […]
Rome Italy – Travel Stories
Rediscovering Lucca: From Winter Memories to Springtime Charm Rediscovering Lucca: From Winter Memories to Springtime Charm Our return to the charming Tuscan city in 2021, with memories from our 2017 visit Lucca Revisited – Summer 2021 We returned to Lucca for a week in the summer of 2021 on our […]
Lucca Tuscany Italy – Travel Stories
Discovering Corsica: Bastia’s Blend of French and Italian Charm Discovering Corsica: Bastia’s Blend of French and Italian Charm From Napoleon’s statue to cobbled streets and an unexpected Laotian meal Corsica, a Mediterranean island with a unique blend of French and Italian influences, has a fascinating history. Having been under Italian […]
Discovering Bastia Corsica France – Travel Stories
Escaping to Burgundy: A Peaceful Retreat in the Morvan Escaping to Burgundy: A Peaceful Retreat in the Morvan 16th-century chateau living, gourmet home-cooked meals, and ancient Celtic history Feeling the need to escape the growing tourist crowds in Sarlat, we decided to spend a few quiet days in the Parc […]
Escaping To Burgundy France – Travel Stories
Exploring the Cinque Terre: Italy’s Timeless Coastal Paradise Exploring the Cinque Terre: Italy’s Timeless Coastal Paradise Third visit to the rugged Ligurian coast, staying in charming Corniglia with sea views and local delicacies Italy has an irresistible pull for me, so when friends invited me to join them in the […]
Exploring The Cinque Terre Italy – Travel Stories
AVIGNON FRANCE Exploring Uzès, Avignon & Pont du Gard: A Journey Through Medieval Charm, Roman Engineering, and Papal Grandeur in France’s Scenic Heart France Travel Guides Avignon Travel Guide Uzès, Avignon & Pont du Gard, France We started our day early, leaving Millau after breakfast. Our route took us […]
Uzes, Avignon & Pont du Gard France – The Ultimate ...
Exploring Millau, France: The Millau Viaduct and Southern French Countryside Exploring Millau, France: The Millau Viaduct and Southern French Countryside Crossing the tallest bridge in the world with friends on the way to Italy Joining our good friends Jen and Rob, we left Sarlat in the afternoon and drove toward […]
Exploring Millau France – Travel Stories
Lisbon, Portugal: Hills, History, and Heartwarming Flavors Lisbon, Portugal: Hills, History, and Heartwarming Flavors Steep cobblestone streets, Moorish castles, and unforgettable Angolan food in the Portuguese capital We caught the bus from Mérida to Lisbon — a pleasant 4-hour journey through the countryside. We arrived mid-afternoon and took the efficient […]
Lisbon Portugal – Travel Stories
Discovering Mérida, Spain: A Roman Treasure on the Road to Lisbon Discovering Mérida, Spain: A Roman Treasure on the Road to Lisbon Roman ruins, peaceful days, and excellent tapas in the ancient city of Emerita Augusta From Córdoba, we took a pleasant 4-hour bus journey through picturesque Andalusian countryside, dotted […]
Discovering Merida Spain – Travel Guide
Exploring Córdoba: A Journey Through Spain’s Rich Tapestry of History and Culture Exploring Córdoba: A Journey Through Spain’s Rich Tapestry of History and Culture From the magnificent Mezquita-Catedral to whitewashed alleys and unforgettable tapas After a scenic train journey from Seville, we arrived in the historic town of Córdoba, a […]
Cordoba Spain – Travel Stories
Seville, Spain: A Journey Through History, Architecture, and Culinary Delights Seville, Spain: A Journey Through History, Architecture, and Culinary Delights Escaping the snow of France for sun-soaked streets, cathedrals, and Moorish palaces In a bid to escape the biting cold and snow of southwest France, we seized the opportunity to […]
Seville Spain – Travel Stories
