Europe

Beyond Lisbon: A Scenic Hike to Praia da Ursa

Hiking to Praia da Ursa is the perfect little side adventure away from Lisbon’s urban tourist spots. I’m not suggesting that you skip the city’s popular highlights, but this coastal...

Hiking Kleine Reibn: An Amazing Full-Day Trek in Berchtesgaden, Germany

An airport strike in Lisbon stranded us in Munich, Germany instead of the Azore Islands — without an itinerary or reservations. After exploring Munich + enjoying Mike’s Bike...

A Great Little Hike in Salzburg, Austria

Discover an incredible bird’s-eye view of Salzburg, Austria that shouldn’t be missed. While the Hohensalzburg Fortress offers stunning city vistas, the Moenchsberg hike provides an...

Tips to Make the Most of Your Sagrada Familia Visit

No trip to Barcelona is complete without a visit to the Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudi’s architectural masterpiece. The Sagrada Familia is one of the most unique churches I have ever visited. Get...

Visiting Salzburg’s Sound of Music Sites without a Tour

Are you a fan of 1960’s classic movie, The Sound of Music? If so, discovering many of the iconic sites without a guided tour can be an adventurous and rewarding experience. Recently, I shared...

A Visit to the Augustiner Bräu – Kloster Mülln Beer Garden in Salzburg, Austria

Here is a quick review on Augustiner Braustubl, a great place to visit while you are in Salzburg, Austria. The beer is really good, but visiting this historic beer restaurant in Austria is overall...

A Must-Do Iceland Glacier Hike

This glacier hike was one of the highlights of our amazing four day trip to Iceland. You never know what that AH-HA is going to be when you embark on your vacation. I knew this was going be good, but...

Quick Tips For Your Paris Trip

Here are some tips I shared with a friend traveling to Paris this winter. Our trip was in the spring, so you will see some comments regarding the weather. I elaborated and added photos for this blog...