Independent Travel, Thoughtfully Planned
This tag gathers our favorite places by the water — seaside towns, quiet beaches, clifftop walks, and stretches of coastline where the sea sets the pace, along with what makes each of them worth the trip.
Cinque Terre might be the most screenshot corner of the Italian Riviera, and that’s precisely the problem. The five once-remote fishing villages—Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso—have become a global symbol for “Italy in pastel,” thanks to guidebooks, Instagram, and the ease of hopping on a train from Florence or Milan. The question is no …
Is Cinque Terre Worth Visiting? What to Know Before You GoRead More
If you are headed to Lake Garda for a visit, the most important decision you’ll have to make is choosing a good town to explore the area. Lake Garda is the largest and arguably most beautiful lake in Italy, but it’s precisely because of its size that it’s important to choose the right place to …
Where to Stay in Lake Garda: Best Towns & Hotels for First Time VisitorsRead More
Not many people have heard about the Republic of San Marino, but believe me, this tiny state of only 61 km2 (23.5 square miles) is truly worth visiting! It is definitely one of Europe’s most underrated destinations, which is all the more reason to visit it. San Marino may be small and often overlooked by tourists, …
Best Things to Do in San Marino, Europe’s Oldest RepublicRead More
I have to confess that I was a little skeptical about Santorini before deciding to spend 3 days there. Given the popularity of this island and the hype that surrounds it, I was sure we’ll be faced with crowds and overtourism that will kill the joy of visiting it. But I was wrong. The island’s …
Mykonos and Santorini are two of the most popular Greek islands; both are easy to visit, close to each other and well connected to Athens, which explains why most people visit them together. But if you can see only one and need to decide between Mykonos vs Santorini, you’ll most likely face a difficult decision.
Mykonos vs Santorini: How to Decide Which One to ChooseRead More
Crete is the largest and most diverse of the Greek islands. It has something of interest for everyone: history and culture galore, beaches aplenty, soaring mountains, canyons, historic towns and interesting archeological sites. With so much to see and do in Crete, you’ll need a well planned itinerary if you want to explore the island …
Crete Itinerary: How to Visit the Island in 10 DaysRead More
If this is your first time in Mykonos and you are not sure whether it’s worth visiting, keep reading. You may have heard a lot about this island and maybe not all of it was good. Yes, Mykonos is one of Greece’s most popular islands, yet people have very mixed feelings about it. Some say …
Is Mykonos Worth Visiting, or It’s an Overrated Island?Read More
If you are planning to visit some of the Greek Islands and need to decide which ones to include in your itinerary, this post is for you. Our journey takes you to the most popular islands in Greece, which I’m sure you will enjoy as much as we did. Ever since our road trip in …
The Best Greek Islands Itinerary for 3 Weeks in GreeceRead More
If you are planning a road trip to the Basque Country and wonder whether it’s worth including San Sebastián into your itinerary, this post is for you. We recently returned from a three-week to Spain, so in this article I’ll get into the pros and cons of visiting San Sebastián. Based on our experience, there …
Is San Sebastián Worth Visiting? An Unbiased OpinionRead More
