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…
Tranquility in Tamariu, Costa Brava
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…
Catalan Food – A Taste of Catalonia in Costa Brava
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…
Things to Do in Costa Brava Along the Coast
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…
3 Reasons to Visit Isle of Mull in Scotland
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…
Exploring Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
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…
Where To Get High in Europe… It’s Not What You Think!
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…
Things to Do in the Scottish Borders
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…
The Ultimate North Coast 500 Guide
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…
Driving the North Coast 500 in a Campervan
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…
Wild Camping in Scotland
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…
Most Beautiful Places on Isle of Skye
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…
Exploring Cairngorms National Park in Scotland
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…
Self Catering Ireland – Sykes Cottages Cottage Rentals
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…
Best Things To Do in Copenhagen
While Copenhagen remains a go-to weekend destination for Europeans, many Americans are now making their way to the historical and hipster capital city of Denmark. As international flights on airlines…
