Travel Dates: December 2025 Things to do in Lagoa, Algarve Praia do Carvalho – This is a scenic spot, especially for sunset. From the parking lot, it’s just a short walk down a set of steps. If you turn left and pass through a short tunnel, you’ll reach the beach. If instead you continue straightContinue reading “Algarve, Portugal”
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Madeira, Portugal
Travel Dates: December 2025 Things to do in Madeira Pico do Areeiro – No trip to Madeira is complete without visiting Pico do Areeiro, one of the island’s most stunning mountain ranges offering breathtaking views. If you’re up for an adventure, consider catching the sunrise here, but only if the weather is clear, which canContinue reading “Madeira, Portugal”
Vienna, Austria & vicinity
Travel Dates: October 2025 What to do in Vienna Belvedere Palace – The palace is actually an art museum divided into three main sections: We only visited the Upper Belvedere as we were really only interested in Klimt’s The Kiss and some of the other classic pieces from Monet and Van Gogh. For art enthusiasts, I definitely recommend visiting here. Continue reading “Vienna, Austria & vicinity”
Salzburg, Austria & vicinity
Travel Dates: October 2025 What to do in Salzburg Aussichtspunkt des Museums der Moderne – The best view of Salzburg is right in front of the Museum der Moderne (the Modern Art Museum). It’s a bit of a trek to get there since you’ll need to walk uphill, but it’s worth it for the panorama.Continue reading “Salzburg, Austria & vicinity”
Salzkammergut Lakes, Austria
Travel Dates: October 2025 TLDR: If you’re in Salzburg or Hallstatt and looking for a nearby day trip, visiting one of the many Salzkammergut lakes is a great choice. We only had time to see a few, but I highly recommend Wolfgangsee, a large lake with plenty of activities and charming lakeside towns. For somethingContinue reading “Salzkammergut Lakes, Austria”
Prague, Czechia
Travel Dates – September 2025 What to do in Prague Prague Castle (Pražský hrad) – Walking uphill to Prague Castle can be tiring due to the many steps, but the stunning views make it well worth the effort—or you can opt for public transportation instead. The castle grounds and gardens are free to explore andContinue reading “Prague, Czechia”
Bohemian Switzerland National Park and Bohemian Paradise, Czechia
Travel Dates: September 2025 TLDR: If you love hiking and the great outdoors, you’ll want to add Bohemian Switzerland National Park and Bohemian Paradise to your travel list. These stunning regions in the Czech Republic offer dramatic landscapes, sandstone rock formations, lush forests, and scenic trails. For adventurous travelers ready for a full-day hiking experience,Continue reading “Bohemian Switzerland National Park and Bohemian Paradise, Czechia”
Mallorca, Spain
Travel Dates: April 2025 Things to do in Mallorca Mirador Es Pontas – This natural arch is easy to reach with just a short walk. From the end of the road (as shown on Google Maps), it’s about a 5-minute walk. Follow the main path until you reach a fork; take the left trail, markedContinue reading “Mallorca, Spain”
La Spezia & vicinity
Travel Dates: December 2024 What to do outside of La Spezia Cinque Terre – I don’t believe there is much to do in La Spezia. Most visitors stay in La Spezia as a gateway to Cinque Terre, which is what we did. Check out our blog post on Cinque Terre for more details. Porto VenereContinue reading “La Spezia & vicinity”
Cinque Terre, Italy
Travel Dates: December 2024 TLDR: Cinque Terre is comprised of 5 coastal towns: If you are looking for a beach town, Monterosso is for you. My favorite towns were Manarola and Riomaggiore for their beautiful views. Visiting these two were similar to Vernazza, but weren’t as crowded. Monterosso al Mare Enjoy the stretch of sandyContinue reading “Cinque Terre, Italy”
Globe Trotter 