October in the Baltics: Latvia, Estonia and a little bit of Finland
If you’re going to visit one Baltic capital, you might as well visit two. Or even three. Here’s our 7 day itinerary for October in the Baltics
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Europe | Portugal | Travel | Travel Planning
Is the Lisboa Card worth it?
If you’re looking to save a few pennies on your visit to Lisbon you might want to consider picking up a Lisboa Card. But is it really worth it?
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Lisbon: The Second Time Around
Lisbon captured our hearts for the second time – although this time was thankfully much drier! We got to stroll along the riverfront, take in sunset views from the miradouros and tackle the many stairways of Lisbon without being encumbered by raincoats and umbrellas. Is there enough left to do to return for Lisbon Part 3? I think there just might be…
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Three Days One Backpack – the September City Break Edition
Want to know how we packed for our September Lisbon city break using only an under-seat bag to avoid luggage fees? Here are my handy tips for packing light!
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Sail Away Stories: A Day Ashore in Charming Cádiz
Charming Cádiz was the final stop on our 2 week Mediterranean Cruise. Known for its rich European and Moorish heritage, Cádiz offers bustling plazas, a cathedral, and Mercado Central for local food. We soaked up the sunshine, sights & sangria on our day ashore in Cádiz
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Sail Away Stories: A Gaudi-Inspired Day in Barcelona
With just one day in Barcelona, we focused on two iconic Gaudi attractions: Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Here are my handy tips for visiting Barcelona on a cruise stop. Oh, and how NOT to get to Sagrada Familia…
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Sail Away Stories: Exploring Marseille, from Le Vieux Port to La Panier on a Free Walking Tour
Marseille, France’s oldest city, offers a vibrant mix of history, culture, and Mediterranean charm. We took a free walking tour to learn more about the city’s fascinating past
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Sail Away Stories: Exploring Cinque Terre in One Day from La Spezia
Nestled atop the rugged cliffs overlooking the Ligurian Sea lie the five vibrant towns of Cinque Terre. However, can they be thoroughly explored in just one day? Here’s how we did it after arriving by cruise ship at nearby port La Spezia
