Welcome to the mystical Scottish Highlands, where rugged landscapes and natural beauty await at every turn. We spent six days exploring this incredible area and could have easily enjoyed another week. The scenery is amazing, the food is delicious, and you are bound to meet friendly people wherever you stop.… Read More »Scottish Highlands
Edinburgh is a historic and picturesque city. From stunning castles to breathtaking natural landscapes, there are plenty of things to see and do in this Scottish gem. Even if you visit Scotland for the scenery like we did, we recommend spending at least a couple days in this great city.… Read More »Edinburgh, Scotland
Croatia is one of our favorite places we have visited, and Zagreb is a hidden gem there. The capital city may get overlooked since it doesn’t have the coastal appeal of other Croatian destinations, but it has a great combination of culture, attractions, and basement-level prices. We highly recommend visiting.… Read More »Zagreb, Croatia
Referred to as “Europe’s Hawaii”, the Azores are an island chain sitting ~1,000 miles west of mainland Portugal. São Miguel is the largest island of these islands, and it offers a great combination of outdoor adventure, beach life, and charming towns with a traditional European feel. It’s a hidden gem.… Read More »São Miguel, Portugal
Because Spain has so much to offer, it can be difficult deciding where to spend your time. For our October trip, we opted to avoid the beach and focus on visiting historic cities due to the cooler weather. This itinerary details our path and offers some tips for your trip.… Read More »10 Days in Spain
Seville may have been our favorite city in Spain. The food wowed us, and there was an endless supply of things to do and places to see. You’ll fall in love with the warm weather and culture, and you’ll leave wishing you had more time to explore the colorful streets.… Read More »Seville, Spain
Barcelona is a foodie’s paradise. In addition to the tapas, paella, and sangria, the city offers some of the most interesting architecture in the world. Barcelona sits atop most Spanish vacation wish lists for a reason – incredible cities like this, perched on a beach, don’t come around too often.… Read More »Barcelona, Spain
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a great day trip from Madrid. Since Toledo is only an hour away by train, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the historic town, learn about the religious intersections present, and grab a bite before making your way back to Madrid for dinner.… Read More »Toledo, Spain
Granada is largely defined by the Alhambra, and for good reason. However, there are plenty of additional ways to spend your time while visiting this beautiful city in southern Spain. From great views to great food, you won’t forget your time exploring this historic town – and, yes, the Alhambra.… Read More »Granada, Spain
Madrid is an urban escape with a surprising amount to offer tourists. While the city may not have the same glamorous reputation as Spain’s coast, islands, or Southern countryside, that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth a visit. You’ll leave Madrid reminiscing about the delicious tapas, beautiful parks, and various museums.… Read More »Madrid, Spain