Independent Travel, Thoughtfully Planned
Budapest is undeniably one of the most popular cities in Europe, guaranteed to make the top list of any European itinerary. But if this is your first time in Budapest and don’t know where to stay, you are most likely faced with a difficult choice: Buda vs Pest. So which side of the river is …
Buda vs Pest: Where to Stay in Budapest as a Tourist?Read More
Explore Florence in one day? No way, right? Well, yes and no! Florence is one of the most fantastic cities in Europe, filled with iconic landmarks and historic monuments, the cradle of the Renaissance. Thinking that you can exhaust a city like that in just 24 hours, would be unrealistic, but with this itinerary you’ll …
Florence is one of my most favorite destinations in Europe, a place that I would return to time and again. The first time we visited the city we were on a bigger European tour, so we did only spent only 2 days in Florence. However, we were able to see a lot in these 48 hours, …
Taormina is one of the most attractive and sought after towns in Sicily. Perched up on a high promontory overlooking the Ionian Sea, the city enjoys a spectacular location and a dramatic coastline. Unlike Siracusa which is a historic town, Taormina is more of a resort town, with beautiful beaches and quite a few fun …
16 Fantastic Things to See and Do in Taormina, SicilyRead More
Ljubljana, Slovenia’s capital, is one of the friendliest cities I ever visited. Unlike other European capitals, Ljubljana is small and easy to walk, which makes it easy to explore in one day. Although there are many attractive places to visit in Ljubljana, they are all within walking distance from each other.
By virtue of its location –on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea– Tel Aviv makes a great base for easy day trips along the coast of Israel. In fact, you can pretty much cover the entire country from Tel Aviv, but some destinations may be more difficult to reach than others because of traffic. Nonetheless, …
5 Amazing Day Trips From Tel Aviv for History LoversRead More
A visit to the Dome of the Rock and the Temple Mount was at the top of my list when I was planning our our trip to Israel. Temple Mount is one of the biggest attractions in Jerusalem, so I didn’t want to miss it. The site has been the most contested piece of territory …
How to Visit Temple Mount & Dome of the Rock as a TouristRead More
For many travelers, Petra is the reason to visit Jordan in the first place. But despite its fame, very few of those who flock to the mysterious city truly know what to expect or arrive fully prepared for the experience. Petra is far bigger, more physically demanding, and more layered than most people imagine before …
How to Visit Petra Like a Pro – Complete Guide & TipsRead More
If you are planning to visit Bethlehem on a day trip from Jerusalem, you’ve come to the right place. This post contains some useful information for crossing over to the West Bank from Jerusalem, as well as places to visit in Bethlehem. The town of Bethlehem has always been considered the birthplace of Jesus Christ. …
