The Opinionated Travelogue of a Photo Maniac
Family Christmas traditions create memories that seem to last the longest for most of us. We care about them because they define our culture and give us a sense of belonging. Christmas is a magical time of year filled with traditions like no other holiday! Although many Christmas traditions are common to the entire Christian world, …
10 Family Christmas Traditions That Make the Holidays SpecialRead More
Visiting Europe in winter may not sound very appealing to some people. There are fewer hours of light, chilly temperatures and many attractions are closed. But depending on what you are looking for, winter may be a fantastic time to visit Europe. Besides, many European cities are best to visit in December.
The Most Beautiful European Cities to Visit in DecemberRead More
If this is your first time in Sicily and you are still not sure which way to go and what towns to visit, you’ve come to the right place. You may have heard a lot about this island at the toe of Italy’s “boot.” And maybe not all of it was good! Well, forget everything …
10 Amazing Towns in Sicily That Everyone Should SeeRead More
There are very few places in the world as diverse and rich in history and the Valley of the Temples, in Sicily. We have seen many ancient ruins during our road trip in the Peloponnese, but very few of them can compete with the alley of the Temples (Valle dei Tempi) archeological site. Along with …
Valley of the Temples, Sicily – the Ultimate Guide to Agrigento TemplesRead More
One of the biggest attractions in Sicily is the town of Siracusa and its historic center – Ortigia Island (spelled both Ortygia and Ortigia). Of all the towns we visited in Sicily, I loved Siracusa the best. It’s one of the most fascinating places I have ever seen. “The biggest and most beautiful Greek city” – …
Ortigia Island: the Ultimate Guide to Visiting Siracusa, SicilyRead More
Visiting Sicily by car is a good decision, but not one to be taken lightly. I am a huge advocate for self-drive vacations and after spending 10 days on this unusually beautiful island I am convinced that a road trip through Sicily is the best way to explore the island. However, driving in Sicily is …
Driving in Sicily – The Thrills and Challenges of Visiting Sicily by CarRead More
No visit to Romania would be complete without seeing the beautiful city of Sibiu, the jewel of Transylvania. There are quite a few colorful sites and historical landmarks in this town, so in this post I’ll give you a list of the best things to do in Sibiu, as well as a few tips on …
6 Fun and Entertaining Things to Do in Sibiu, RomaniaRead More
You wouldn’t expect to see farmsteads, barns and rural homes in a bustling metropolis like Bucharest. And yet nestled right in the heart of Romania’s beautiful capital lies one of Europe’s oldest ethnographic collections: the Bucharest Village Museum. An entire settlement with all the appropriate buildings, designed to give you an insight into the rural Romanian life across time.
Bucharest Village Museum – a Fascinating Insight Into Romania’s Rural LifeRead More
Sighisoara citadel is one of seven Saxon walled cities in Romania built by the Saxons in the 12th-century. Romania is home to many beautiful medieval towns, like Brasov, Cluj, Târgu Mures, and Sibiu. But perhaps the most charming one of them is the citadel of Sighisoara, a perfectly intact 16th century gem with plenty of things to see …
Sighisoara Citadel – Best Things to do in the Medieval TownRead More
