For many, tiny (similar in size to New Jersey) Slovenia is way under the travel radar, often overlooked in favor of its more popular neighbors Italy and Croatia. Its tiny stretch of Adriatic coast which is picturesque and historic, and…
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The three Baltic States – Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, are among Northern Europe’s best-kept secrets. These former Soviet republics regained their independence in 1991 and are now attracting visitors with their medieval towns and castles, historic yet youthful and vibrant…
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With over 1 million international visitors each year, Dubrovnik – once called ‘the Pearl of the Adriatic’, seems to be on everyone’s bucket list. Its sturdy medieval walls have protected it for centuries, but now face a new peril –…
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Planning your first trip to Croatia and wondering what a ‘Best of the Dalmatian Coast’ trip should look like? Ultimately, your vacation should focus on your own interests and needs, but the itinerary below includes the highlights of the region…
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Thanks to Bram Stocker and the omnipresent pop-culture image of Dracula the vampire (and all his reincarnations), this is usually the first thing that people inquire about when planning a Transylvania trip. Transylvania (meaning ‘land beyond the forest’) has in…
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Planning a trip to Slovenia? If you will be spending a few days on Lake Bled (which I strongly recommend), make sure to include a trip to the Triglav National Park! What better way to escape the crowds and explore…
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With some European hotspots like Venice, Barcelona, and Prague looking for ways to counteract tourism overcrowding in the peak summer months, why not head for the little gem of a country called Slovenia and spend a few days on a pristine…
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A trip to Meteora in Greece offers a unique blend of spectacular landscapes, dramatic history, awe-inspiring architecture, and admiration for man’s resilience and ingenuity. Never heard of Meteora? You are not alone… Most travelers to Greece focus on Athens and…
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Albania might be one of Europe’s best-kept secrets, but it certainly has the potential to be your next vacation destination. In the last decade, it has become increasingly popular with adventure seekers, foodies interested in unique traditional cuisine, and history…
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The Old Continent has been a popular adventure travel destination because of the great variety of landscapes, the chances it offers for authentic cultural immersion, and the ample opportunities for activities like hiking, biking, kayaking, and sampling local food &…
