Discover Tranquility & Tradition at the Mai Chau EcoLodge
Vietnam has quickly become one of our favorite countries. Part of this newfound affection is because of the wonderful people we have met during our travels. The other aspect of …
Cooking & Culture at a Sapa Homestay
Sapa Homestay in a Village Untouched by Tourists Tucked away between saturated rice terraces and a panorama of mountains is the small village of Lao Chai. Close to 1,000 Black …
Au Co Cruises: A Luxurious Choice in Halong Bay
Located in the Gulf of Tonkin in Northern Vietnam is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay. Experience Luxury Having the option of taking a day trip, a one-night …
Korcula, Croatia – An Explorer’s Wonderland
Korcula (Korčula) was the final island stop on our self-made Croatian island hopping itinerary, following visits to the islands of Vis and Hvar. It is the 6th largest, but the …
Heavenly Hvar – A Picturesque Croatian Island
It’s Hard to Resist Hvar! Hvar is one of Croatia’s most popular islands, and with over 1,000 islands to choose from, that’s quite the accomplishment! Though, truth be told, only …
Practical Gifts for Travelers
Looking for a gift for someone who loves to travel? Here is a great list of practical gifts for travelers! These are all items we have personally used that have …
Game of Throngs in Dubrovnik: An Overcrowded Gem
Dubrovnik is one of those towns I so desperately wanted to fall in love with, but the problem was… so did everybody else! Given its position along many popular cruise …
Don’t Miss Vis Croatia- A Peaceful Island
Getting to Vis Croatia Vis is the farthest inhabited island off the Croatian mainland, but don’t let the distance scare you; it is easily reachable by ferry from the port …
Experience Natural Beauty in the Mekong Delta
Its trade ports date back to the 1st Century. Tens of thousands of animal species call it home. The rivers and canals are its lifeline. Welcome to the Mekong Delta …
Nui Sam Lodge- The Perfect Place to Unwind in South Vietnam
Located close to the Cambodian border and set into the hillside of Sam Mountain (Núi Sam in Vietnamese), Victoria Nui Sam Lodge provides the perfect atmosphere to relax, unwind, and …
The Grand European Tour with Viking River Cruises
Viking River Cruises offers a wide variety of cruise options in Europe, Asia, Russia, and Eygpt with tours ranging anywhere from 7 to 23 days. Because Europe has an abundance …
100 Days on the Road
Though it doesn’t exactly feel like “just yesterday” when we boarded a plane in Los Angeles headed to Europe, it’s hard to believe that today is our 100th day on …
Vrsic Pass: A Drive Through the Julian Alps in Slovenia
Step aside Switzerland and back off Bavaria… there’s a new region of Europe that has stolen our nature-loving hearts! A drive along the Vrsic Pass in Triglav Naitonal Park got …
Rafting in Slovenia on the Soca River in Bovec
The Soča River- The Emerald Beauty The Soča River, characterized by its vibrant emerald-colored water, flows through western Slovenia and into northeastern Italy. It becomes known as the Isonzo River …
Piran Slovenia: A Colorful Little Town Along the Slovenia Coast
Slovenia isn’t typically a country most people think of when they think of beautiful Mediterranean coastline and beaches. While visiting the capital city of Ljubljana, we realized the Slovene Riviera …
Brda: The Tuscany of Slovenia
Brda, the land of hills, is nestled midway between the Alps and the Adriatic. It has been given the nickname the ‘Tuscany of Slovenia’ for its countless vineyards, rolling hills, …
Tolmin Gorge: A Gorge-ous Natural Attraction in Slovenia
Tolmin Gorge is located at the southern-most portion of Triglav National Park at the confluence of Tolminka and Zadlaščica streams in beautiful Slovenia. Not surprisingly, it is Tolmin’s most appreciated …
Find Beauty & Tranquility at Lake Bohinj
Lake Bohinj may be the lesser-known lake in the northwestern part of Slovenia, when compared to Lake Bled. However, we found Bohinj to be just as beautiful and much more …
Vintgar Gorge: A True Slovenian Gem
Escaping the Crowds at Vintgar Gorge Following the picture perfect morning watching the sunrise over Lake Bled, we quickly made our way to Vintgar Gorge to beat the crowds! After …
Radovljica: A Sunny Medieval Village in Slovenia
It’s no secret… we LOVE small towns! So, when we read about the small town of Radovljica, located just a short drive from Lake Bled, we made sure to check …
