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The Ultimate Guide for Driving in the Balkans

Last Modified: July 24, 2025 //  by the Authors //  20 Comments

Driving in the Balkans and along the Adriatic Coast is one of the most beautiful routes in Europe. If you come well prepared, you’ll have a blast on this journey. However, there are a few things you need to consider before starting your Balkan road trip itinerary.

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Category: Croatia, DESTINATIONS, Europe, TRAVEL GUIDESTag: Destination Guides, Travel Tips

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California Super Bloom – Where and Where to See It

Last Modified: July 7, 2025 //  by the Authors //  25 Comments

Spring is undeniably a perfect time in Southern California, when even the arid desert comes to life. And as spring is approaching, so is the potential for wild flowers and even a vibrant California “super bloom” in some areas. But what is a super bloom? The “super bloom” is a phenomenon where California’s deserts get …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, United StatesTag: Travel Tips

Pasadena Rose Parade

The Ultimate Guide to the Pasadena Rose Parade

Last Modified: July 7, 2025 //  by the Authors //  3 Comments

The Rose Parade, also known as the Tournament of Roses Parade, is an annual tradition in Pasadena, California. The event takes place every year on New Year’s day, rain or shine. If New Year’s Day falls on a Sunday, the parade will take place on Monday, January 2nd. The Rose Parade in Pasadena is one …

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Category: California, DESTINATIONS, United StatesTag: Travel Tips

8 Tips for Surviving a Long Haul Flight

Last Modified: August 23, 2023 //  by the Authors //  27 Comments

Those of you who travel across the world know how brutal a long-haul flight can be. From bloating and swelling, to migraines and fatigue, you are likely to experience a wide range of unpleasant sensations when you are on a plane. Unless you are one of the few lucky ones who can afford First or Business Class, a long flight may be …

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Category: TRAVEL GUIDESTag: Travel Tips

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How to Dress Like a European – Packing List for Europe

Last Modified: April 18, 2026 //  by the Authors //  112 Comments

Ready to spend a couple of weeks in Europe but still struggling with your packing list? Most of us care how we look and how others perceive us. But even if looking sharp is not your main priority, blending in with the locals and not being labeled a tourist is always a good idea when …

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Category: EuropeTag: Travel Tips

Visiting the Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington D.C.

Last Modified: June 15, 2025 //  by the Authors //  12 Comments

Our visit to the Basilica of the National Shrine in Washington, D.C. was totally unplanned and unexpected. We were on our way to New York City but missed our connecting flight. As the next connection wasn’t until next morning, we decided to spend the night with friends in D.C. and continue on our way the …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, United StatesTag: Travel Tips

What You Should Know About Romanians Before You Visit Romania

Last Modified: May 28, 2026 //  by the Authors //  67 Comments

Forty years after leaving Romania, I can still spot it across a room: the face a foreigner makes the moment they realize they’ve broken a rule no one warned them about. And I always know exactly which rule it was. It happens because when visiting Romania you may easily feel at home and forget that you are …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, RomaniaTag: Travel Tips

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Best Places to Eat on Maui (from Big Restaurants to Small Food Trucks)

Last Modified: June 5, 2025 //  by the Authors //  19 Comments

There are so many reasons to fall in love with Maui and the abundance of delicious restaurants is one of them. When you plan your dream vacation in Maui you are probably more concerned with where to stay and where to go than where to eat. Nonetheless, knowing beforehand what are the best places to …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, FOOD & WINE, Maui, Pacific IslandsTag: Restaurant Reviews, Travel Tips

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10 Lessons I Learned from Traveling the World

Last Modified: May 29, 2025 //  by the Authors //  24 Comments

If you type “lessons learned from traveling” into Google search, you’ll come up with enough reading material for an entire week! It’s interested to read how travel influences people perspective about the world. One thing you’ll probably notice if you read through some of these articles is that people who travel don’t remain stuck in …

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