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Army of Men

by Toccara & SamNotes From The Road August 1, 2015April 22, 20180 comments

July 2015 The shoes on the Danube in Budapest. My God, what a stirring monument. I didn’t want to go. I knew I would see the suffering of those who lost everything near that calm water. I knew the scenes would play out in my head like a movie, and I would feel what it was …

Mondsee Austria – A Delightful Lakeside Town

by Toccara & SamAustria, Small Town Adventures July 26, 2015June 8, 20188 comments

Lake Mondsee is one of 76 lakes within the beautiful Salzkammergut region of Austria. Its crystal clear turquoise water surrounded by magnificent karst peaks sets a picturesque scene. The nearby towns of St Gilgen, Fuschl am See, Bad Goisern, and Hallstatt are also definitely worth a visit in this stunning region not too far from …

Bad Goisern: A Peaceful Austrian Town

by Toccara & SamAustria, Small Town Adventures July 25, 2015May 7, 20182 comments

Before booking a 3-day hiking holiday through the Salzkammergut region in Austria, we had never even heard of the small town where we would be starting our adventure. Bad Goisern is a charming and peaceful Austrian town that deserves a visit as part of your visit to the Salzkammergut region. Bad Goisern Austria With a …

The Peaceful Hike from Bad Goisern to Hallstatt in Austria

by Toccara & SamAustria, Explore The Outdoors July 25, 2015June 8, 20184 comments

The first day of our hiking holiday in the Salzkammergut Region of Austria began in the sleepy little town of Bad Goisern. Our journey that day led us on a peaceful walk from Bad Goisern to Hallstatt. Following the correct signs out of town was a little bit of a challenge, as a few of …

The Harrowing Hike from Hallstatt to Gosau

by Toccara & SamAustria, Explore The Outdoors July 25, 2015August 8, 20150 comments

Following a fairly long hike from Bad Goisern to Hallstatt the day before and knowing that we would be facing an even longer hike throughout the course of the day, we started our hike from Hallstatt to Gosau with a shortcut! Using the discount provided by the Salzkammergut Card, we took a 3-minute ride on …

A Hiking Holiday in the Salzkammergut Region of Austria

by Toccara & SamAustria July 25, 2015August 26, 20152 comments

The idea of a hiking holiday has always intrigued us. We absolutely adore small towns, so the premise of hiking from one small town to the next seemed like just the kind of adventure we’d enjoy! Having visited Austria just last summer and instantly falling in love with its beauty, we couldn’t wait to get …

Rafting the Vltava River in Cesky Krumlov

by Toccara & SamCzech Republic, Explore The Outdoors July 20, 2015August 26, 20152 comments

The fairytale town of Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic is a perfect spot to take a short river trip in a raft, kayak, or canoe. The unique layout of the meandering Vltava River means you can hop in the water to the south and hop out just north of the downtown area without having …

Exploring the Enchanting Cesky Krumlov Castle

by Toccara & SamCzech Republic July 20, 2015August 26, 20154 comments

What would a fairytale village be without a castle? Just another town, and Cesky Krumlov is anything but. With their larger than life castle dominating the small village’s skyline, it comes in as the second largest in the entire Czech Republic, behind the complex in the capital city of Prague. Exploring the Cesky Krumlov Castle …

Royal Views at Cesky Krumlov Castle Gardens

by Toccara & SamCzech Republic July 20, 2015August 26, 20152 comments

The enormous castle complex in Cesky Krumlov can easily take half a day to explore by itself, so those who choose to only visit this romantic fairytale village for just one day will surely miss out on everything the charming town has to offer. You simply shouldn’t visit the castle without climbing the winding stairs …

Cesky Krumlov: A Fairytale Medieval Czech Village

by Toccara & SamCzech Republic, Small Town Adventures July 20, 2015July 12, 202130 comments

Cesky Krumlov is a charming small town located in the Czech Republic about 2.5 hours from the capital city of Prague. We arrived via private transportation with Czech Shuttle (you can also arranged an even more affordable option by using their shared shuttle service.) Though most people just visit for a day or two, we …

Be a Medieval Cesky Krumlov Blacksmith

by Toccara & SamCzech Republic July 20, 2015August 26, 20150 comments

Cesky Krumlov is a small medieval town in the South Bohemian region of the Czech Republic. And no visit to a medieval village would be complete without a visit to the local blacksmith! Included in our Český Krumlov card was a free visit to the Castle Forge (Zámecká Kovárna). The free entry was only valid during …

Czech Shuttle: Affordable Transfer in Central/Eastern Europe

by Toccara & SamCzech Republic July 3, 2015April 21, 20186 comments

Following a wonderful week in Prague, it was time to move on to our next destination in the Czech Republic. While there are many options to choose from when traveling about Europe (plane, train, bus, shuttle, etc.), each has its own advantages and disadvantages. For the 2.5 hour ride from Prague to Cesky Krumlov, we …

Where to Find the Best Hot Chocolate in Prague

by Toccara & SamCzech Republic, Try Local Food July 2, 2015July 20, 20172 comments

Often there are posts about where to find the best coffee in a given city. Well, that information is of no use to non-coffee drinkers like myself. Unlike many coffee addicts, like Sam, who need a cup o’ joe every freakin’ day, I usually seek out hot chocolate on a cool winter’s night… or in …

Prague Beer: Everything You Need to Know about Drinking Beer in Prague

by Toccara & SamCzech Republic, Try Local Food July 2, 2015July 12, 20216 comments

Did you know that the Czech Republic consumes more beer per capita than any other country in the world? Therefore, it should come as no surprise that drinking beer is a popular pastime in the capital city of Prague. We’ve put together this first timer’s guide to Prague beer, so you too can partake in …

Prague Festivals

by Toccara & SamCzech Republic July 1, 2015April 22, 20184 comments

There’s no doubt about it, Czechs like to have a good time. This often comes in the form of gathering together, enjoying some delicious beer, and listening to music. And when you can do all three of these things together, then it’s a good day! It seems like there is always something going on at …

6 Spots for Stellar Views of Prague

by Toccara & SamCzech Republic June 26, 2015July 19, 20174 comments

Prague is a fascinating and stunning city with spectacular views everywhere you look. During our week in the Czech Republic’s capital city, we came across several locations and attractions which provided incredible views of Prague! 6 Best Views of Prague Letná Beer Garden Letná Beer Garden is located inside Letná Park (Letenské Sady), a large …

Karlovy Vary: A Colorful Czech Spa Town

by Toccara & SamCzech Republic, Small Town Adventures June 24, 2015August 26, 20158 comments

From the moment we first saw a picture of Karlovy Vary, we knew we had to make it a stop on our summer trip through the Czech Republic. Since we were based out of Prague for a week, we hopped on a bus for the comfortable 2.5 hour ride to Karlovy Vary. Student Agency offers …

Riomaggiore: A Classic Village in Cinque Terre

by Toccara & SamItaly, Small Town Adventures June 24, 20150 comments

Riomaggiore is the southern-most village in Cinque Terre, located on the western coast of Italy in the beautiful Italian Riviera. Trains run between the 5 villages and beyond. Travelers can also hike between the villages on the famed coastal path. Like Manarola, visitors must walk through a short pedestrian tunnel in Riomaggiore to get from …

Manarola: An Iconic Cinque Terre Village

by Toccara & SamItaly, Small Town Adventures May 27, 2015May 27, 20152 comments

Though the sky was slightly overcast the day we visited the small village of Manarola, the colorful buildings were vibrant as ever! Following Corniglia, Manarola is Cinque Terre‘s 2nd smallest village, yet it still packs all of the charm and charisma found in the 4 other villages. We would argue that it’s probably one of …

Corniglia: Cinque Terre’s Smallest Village

by Toccara & SamItaly, Small Town Adventures May 25, 2015August 24, 20154 comments

Given that we LOVE small towns, it should come as no surprise that we chose to base ourselves in the smallest of villages during our visit to the Cinque Terre region. Situated on a promontory overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, Corniglia encompasses the vibrancy and charm indicative of the villages in Cinque Terre, with one main …

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