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Beatles, Boats, and New Beginnings in Hamburg, Germany

by Toccara & SamGermany September 9, 2016January 3, 20204 comments

Hamburg is Germany’s second largest city, but truth be told, I didn’t know much about it before my visit. Normally, we focus on small town experiences and outdoor adventures, though having fallen in love with pretty much every other German town I’ve ever visited, I was excited about the possibility of discovering a bustling city …

The Mystical, Magical, Medieval Town of Sintra

by Toccara & SamPortugal, Small Town Adventures September 2, 2016July 12, 20216 comments

Less than an hour’s train ride from the heart of Lisbon is the uniquely enchanting town of Sintra. Not only will you be enthralled by its captivating architecture, you’ll also find that you are completely mesmerized by its lush and colorful surroundings. Sintra is a must-visit destination on your visit to Portugal. Allow us to …

Berlenga Grande, Berlengas: Portugal’s Secret Island

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, Portugal August 31, 2016April 19, 20182 comments

Portugal is a vast country made up of diverse landscapes. Its scenery is one of the many reasons we fell in love so quickly and why we’ve already been back twice since our initial visit. Due to its location on the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal has a seemingly endless coastline. This coastal country also boasts several …

Obidos Portugal – A Guide to Portugal’s Most Charming Walled City

by Toccara & SamPortugal, Small Town Adventures August 31, 2016September 10, 20214 comments

An hour away from the hustle and bustle of Portugal’s capital city lies the medieval village of Obidos. With direct bus service from the Campo Grande bus station in Lisbon offered several times a day, getting to this delightful town is a cinch. In this post, we’ll share with you how to get to Obidos …

Swimming with Seals on a Swedish Archipelago

by Toccara & SamSweden August 6, 2016August 2, 20180 comments

There is an island at the end of an archipelago not far from Karlskrona in the south of Sweden. This island is known to many sailors and to the locals, to some diving fanatics and some edge-of-your-seat thrill-seekers. Before my visit to Sweden, I knew nothing about the island of Utklippan. Now I can list my …

The Underground Military Bunkers of Karlskrona Sweden

by Toccara & SamSweden August 5, 2016April 22, 20180 comments

There are over 5,000 square meters of secret underground military bunkers hidden beneath the city of Karlskrona in Sweden. The city is rich with a fascinating history, especially with regard to their history of defense. The entrances to the bunkers are everywhere; you simply need to know where to look. I recently took a tour …

Best Costa Brava Towns – Beautiful Views and Unique History

by Toccara & SamSpain August 4, 2016August 3, 20180 comments

Just a short drive from Barcelona is the stunning region of Costa Brava, Spain. With beautiful views and unique history found throughout the region, there are several Costa Brava towns you’ll want to add to your Spain itinerary! This, of course, is not an exhaustive list of all of the Costa Brava towns, but it’s …

Tranquility in Tamariu, Costa Brava

by Toccara & SamSpain July 8, 2016August 3, 20182 comments

Located less than two hours from the bustling city of Barcelona is the sleepy coastal town of Tamariu in the beautiful region of Costa Brava, Spain. A curvy drive is required to reach this Spanish paradise, but the solitude and tranquility you will experience once you get there makes every effort completely worth it! We …

Catalan Food – A Taste of Catalonia in Costa Brava

by Toccara & SamSpain, Try Local Food July 8, 2016July 12, 20210 comments

We’ve always said ‘to get the to heart of a culture, you’ve got to start with the stomach’! Culture and cuisine go hand-in-hand, and sampling local delicacies is one of the best ways to truly immerse yourself in the history and tradition of a given destination. It is also something you take with you as …

Things to Do in Costa Brava Along the Coast

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, Spain July 8, 2016August 2, 201821 comments

Costa Brava is a beautiful region in Spain, whose name literally translates to rugged or wild coast. Though there is still plenty to see and do inland, the coastline is definitely its greatest attraction. With that said, there are plenty of things to do in Costa Brava along the coast. Our family loves being near …

3 Reasons to Visit Isle of Mull in Scotland

by Toccara & SamScotland May 28, 2016May 14, 20196 comments

While Scotland’s Isle of Skye gets a lot of attention, and rightfully so, we’d like to share with you another stunning island just off the west coast of Scotland that deserves some recognition as well! Encompassing 338 square miles (875 sq km), Isle of Mull is the second largest island of the Inner Hebrides, after …

Exploring Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park

by Toccara & SamScotland May 20, 20160 comments

We’ve been to Scotland twice now and both times we visited Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, once in the summer and once in the early spring. The summer brought about warmer temperatures and more greenery, but also more visitors. In April, we were met with much cooler temperatures, a brown-hued landscape and many …

Where To Get High in Europe… It’s Not What You Think!

by Toccara & SamLandscapes May 17, 2016April 19, 20190 comments

So, here’s the truth… I’ve never been high. At least not in the way that you’re probably all thinking. Though our life of travel has certainly taken me to new heights, both figuratively and literally! Over the past few years, we’ve made several trips to Europe and have visited some of the world’s most incredible …

Things to Do in the Scottish Borders

by Toccara & SamScotland May 12, 2016May 14, 20160 comments

So you’re planning a trip to the Scottish Borders, are you? Well even if you’re not, you will be by the end of this post! (And then you’ll want to take a look at our Scottish Borders Destination Guide.)We’ll share with you many incredible things to do in the Scottish Borders, including small towns to …

The Ultimate North Coast 500 Guide

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, Scotland May 6, 2016August 19, 201718 comments

North Coast 500 – Scotland Road Trip of a Lifetime Buckle your seat belts! We’re about to take you on the ultimate road trip adventure along Scotland’s North Coast 500 route! Starting and ending in Inverness, this 500-mile circular drive takes you along stunning coastlines and countless lochs. You’ll navigate through winding mountain passes and …

Driving the North Coast 500 in a Campervan

by Toccara & SamScotland May 6, 201622 comments

We spent a week in Scotland last summer and couldn’t wait to return. In order to really experience everything this beautiful country has to offer, it’s best to hire a car so you can explore the highlands as you please. For this trip, we wanted to take it a step further, so instead of hiring …

Wild Camping in Scotland

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, Scotland May 5, 2016June 16, 202136 comments

Recently, we set out on an epic 12-day campervan road trip through some of the most beautiful regions in Scotland. With our Aero model campervan from Bunk Campers, we drove the award-winning North Coast 500 route, visited the Isle of Skye, and explored Cairngorms National Park. Prior to this adventure, we hadn’t heard much about …

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Most Beautiful Places on Isle of Skye

by Toccara & SamScotland May 5, 2016May 26, 20168 comments

We had high expectations for the Isle of Skye, given that it is pretty much Scotland’s most talked about island. Having been enticed by countless accolades and magical pictures in magazines and on the ‘net, we made it a priority to visit on our second trip to Scotland. Transportation to the Isle of Skye wasn’t …

Exploring Cairngorms National Park in Scotland

by Toccara & SamExplore The Outdoors, Scotland May 5, 20160 comments

Cairngorms National Park in Scotland is the UK’s largest national park. With over 1,700 sq miles (4,500 sq km) to discover, you could spend weeks here and not see it all. We had a delightful time during our short April visit and wanted to share with you a few of the highlights! Though you can …

Self Catering Ireland – Sykes Cottages Cottage Rentals

by Toccara & SamIreland April 17, 2016May 10, 20184 comments

Self Catering Ireland Cottages Dreaming of visiting Ireland, Scotland, England, or Wales, and wondering where to stay? Allow us to introduce you to the idea of renting a self catering cottage through Sykes Cottages. For the purposes of this post, we’re going to focus on self catering Ireland cottage rentals, but do know that Sykes …

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