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Best Day Trips from Lisbon

Best Day Trips from Lisbon

Portugal is a nation full of contrasts: sandy beaches against towering cliffs, sprawling vineyards meeting colorful castles, and bustling city centers calmed with warm pastries. If you’re based in Lisbon, it would almost be a crime to leave Portugal without seeing what else it has to offer. So, if you’d like to experience Portugal to the fullest, don’t miss the best day trips from Lisbon.

Eating Like a God: The Ultimate Guide to Greek Food

Eating Like a God: The Ultimate Guide to Greek Food

When you think of Greece, you likely picture breathtaking coastal scenes, like those straight out of “Mamma Mia.” But Greece offers so much more than sunny beach days and lovely panoramas. A country rich in cultural and historical heritage, Greece connects us to the past in a tangible and powerful way. And what better way to discover a country’s culture and history than through its cuisine? After all, what we eat tells us a lot about a place. Feasting on Greek food makes that all too obvious.

Traveler Review: A Romantic Couples Trip in Cinque Terre

Traveler Review: A Romantic Couples Trip in Cinque Terre

Cinque Terre was all that Donna Baird-Horne and her husband dreamed of — and maybe even a little more. Between the cooking classes, train journeys, hikes, and wine tastings, their couples trip was an unforgettable adventure. Donna recently sent us an email saying how much she loved the trip, and we thought we’d share it with you, too.

What to Pack for Greece

What to Pack for Greece

Known for its exotic islands and mainlands, bright blue water and white stone, modern and ancient architecture, and bustling cities and laid-back countryside, Greece is an easy country to venture to — and a difficult one to leave. That said, it can also be difficult to know what to pack for Greece! Luckily, this guide is here to help.

Top Things to Do in Florence

Top Things to Do in Florence

Florence is one of the most popular travel destinations in all of Italy. But it can be challenging to decide what to do in Florence — after all, there are so many buildings, restaurants, artworks, and gardens that are worth your attention! This guide will help you make the most of your time in this gorgeous Tuscan city.

What to Do in Budapest: 10 Ideas for Your First Trip to Hungary

What to Do in Budapest: 10 Ideas for Your First Trip to Hungary

A vibrant cosmopolitan city in the heart of central Europe, Budapest holds something spectacular for every type of traveler. From its famous thermal baths to its world-class museums and UNESCO World Heritage sites, the historical Hungarian capital has many layers; in fact, travelers could spend months in this lovely city without exhausting their list of things to see. But to help you plan your visit, here are several ideas on what to do in Budapest!

InterRailing: How to Tick Off Europe Countries in One Trip

InterRailing: How to Tick Off Europe Countries in One Trip

Europe’s answer to budget travel? It’s Interrailing. In essence, it’s backpacking, but with a pass to use trains linking up to 31 countries in Europe, including Italy, France, and Switzerland.

10 of the World's Most Otherworldly Landscapes

10 of the World's Most Otherworldly Landscapes

In these 10 locations, you’ll find some of the planet’s most otherworldly landscapes. From the salt flats of Bolivia to the sunken caves of the Yucatan Peninsula, you won’t want to skip a visit to these destinations!

Cities in Portugal that You Cannot Miss

Cities in Portugal that You Cannot Miss

Nestled along the Atlantic coast of the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal is a highly underrated destination in southwestern Europe. Historically overshadowed by high-profile neighbors like Spain and nearby France, Portugal has just recently sparked major tourism interest within the past decade, and for a good reason! The country is full of beautiful coastlines, quaint beach towns, and historic architecture. Yet, it’s not just the beaches that are drawing people in, but also the charming metropolitan areas. Portugal’s cities are some of the most beautiful (and least overcrowded with tourists) in Western Europe. With over 100 “cities” in Portugal, we narrowed down the list to the 7 cities you should not miss during your trip to Portugal!

Top 10 Destinations on Every Woman's Travel List

Top 10 Destinations on Every Woman's Travel List

Women love to travel. With incredible adventures, stunning scenery and delicious food around every corner, we have compiled a list of destinations that top the travel bucket lists of women around the globe. These places are culturally rich and generally easy to venture to as a woman- whether with your lady friends or flying solo!  

Norwegian Nature-A Guide through Norway's Famous Fjords

Norwegian Nature-A Guide through Norway's Famous Fjords

It is no secret that Norway has a multitude of fjords, each one with its own unique characteristics. A fjord is a long, narrow, deep inlet of sea wedged between high cliffs, formed by a submerged glacial valley and are found mainly in Norway, Greenland, Canada, Chile, and New Zealand. You could spend weeks just exploring Norway’s vast array of fjords! Read below for a guide to Norway’s famous fjords!

Guide to Norway's Most Popular Cities

Guide to Norway's Most Popular Cities

The idea of ‘Norway’ often invokes images of reindeer herds, dazzling Northern Lights, igloo hotels, and the impossibly beautiful Fjords. Yet, did you know that Norway also holds some of Europe’s prettiest cities and villages?As you can imagine, the people of Norway enjoy their nature year around. Yet, Norway has more to offer than its gorgeous natural sights. In fact, Norwegian cities are bursting at the seems with cultural beauty and activity, including breathtaking museums, architecture, and delicious culinary traditions. As travelers often note, Norwegians are serious about their food! So, if you are planning a trip to Norway, you may want to consider a visit to some of these lovely cities. Let’s take a look at some of Norway’s most popular ones!

Portugal Food and Drink

Portugal Food and Drink

The cuisine in Lisbon centers around seafood, which comes as no surprise as the capital city sits at the mouth of the Tagus River and the Atlantic Ocean!  This city is also well-known for its delectable cheese and wine, and, of course, the famous pasteis de nata – the egg custard tarts. Let’s take a look at some of the popular dishes to eat and what to drink while in Portugal!

Tips on Culture and Etiquette for Your Spain Vacation

Tips on Culture and Etiquette for Your Spain Vacation

Spain, a welcoming country full of vibrant history, is home to over 44 million people. As with every culture, the Spanish have their own cultural values and norms that dictate their behavior and ways of life. So, a little pre-trip research always goes a long way Here are some things to know about Spain's culture and etiquette before your next trip!