Sao Miguel – A Guide to the Largest Island in the Azores
Guide to São Miguel – Azores, Portugal At 287 square miles (744 sq km), São Miguel is the largest island in the Azores archipelago and is home to more than half …
Things to Do in Terceira – Azores, Portugal
Terceira was the second and final island we visited during our time in the Azores. We quickly found out that there are plenty of things to do in Terceira Portugal. With …
Cascade Loop Scenic Highway: Best Washington Road Trip
The Ultimate Washington Road Trip The Cascade Loop Scenic Highway quickly became one of our favorite road trip adventures to date! We’ve embarked on some pretty incredible road trips throughout our …
Washington Nature Abounds in North Cascades National Park
North Cascades National Park in Washington North Cascades National Park is one of three national parks in the state of Washington; the other two being Olympic National Park & Mount …
Things to Do in Manson WA – Our Top 5 Recommendations
Given that we love getting off the beaten path and exploring small towns along the way, we found the village of Manson along the shores of Lake Chelan in Washington …
Maple Pass Loop: One of the Best Hikes in Washington
Jagged and majestic, the Cascade Mountain Range in Washington is one of the state’s most iconic images. Now imagine you’re breathing in that fresh mountain air while gazing upon an endless …
Leavenworth Events and Activities: Bavarian Fun in Washington
Break out the dirndls and lederhosen and put away your passport (if you’re from the U.S., that is)… there’s a little slice of Bavaria right here in the U.S. of A! …
Things to Do on Whidbey Island
A few years back, we visited the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State and have been dying to get back to the Pacific Northwest ever since! There is so much to explore in …
Orcas Island Getaway – Things to Do
After an exciting few days of whale watching and exploring on San Juan Island, we took a ferry to Orcas Island, the San Juan Islands’ largest island. (For information on how …
San Juan Island Whale Watching: Orcas in the Wild
Heading to Washington State? San Juan Island Whale Watching is definitely an experience you’ll want to have on your itinerary! No visit to the San Juan Islands is complete without …
Things to Do on San Juan Island: Top 10 Experiences
For as long as we can remember, we’ve always had the desire to see orcas in their natural habitat. As such, San Juan Island Washington has been high on our …
Fascinating Towns to Visit in the Douro River Valley in Portugal
About the Douro River – Portugal’s River of Gold At 557 miles (897 km), the Douro River is one of the major rivers flowing through the Iberian Peninsula, crossing from …
8 Reasons to Take a Douro River Cruise in Portugal with Viking
When the country of Portugal came up on our radar, it was only after a quick research session that we made the definitive decision to visit the Douro River Valley. …
Beatles, Boats, and New Beginnings in Hamburg, Germany
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 …
The Mystical, Magical, Medieval Town of Sintra
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 …
Berlenga Grande, Berlengas: Portugal’s Secret Island
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 …
Obidos Portugal – A Guide to Portugal’s Most Charming Walled City
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 …
Swimming with Seals on a Swedish Archipelago
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, …
The Underground Military Bunkers of Karlskrona Sweden
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 …
Best Costa Brava Towns – Beautiful Views and Unique History
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 …
