I’m going to admit that when I first wrote this “Things to do in Berlin” post 3 years ago, I didn’t include everything I should have. But, after visiting Berlin again this past May, I have the urge to revamp this post into everything that it should have been. So here is my list of things to … Read more
When I first booked my trip to Poland, I thought I would spend my 3 days in Krakow eating pierogies and partying. I’ll be honest and admit that I planned my trip based on the food and the bar scene. And by mostly, I mean that’s really all I knew about Krakow. Actual screen shot… After all, … Read more
A 2 week road trip across America is full of all kinds of adventures. Picture seeing beads fall from the sky in New Orleans, watching the sunrise over the rock faces of Monument Valley or experiencing the most notorious hike in Utah. You’ll be eating BBQ in Nashville and stopping in wineries you’ve never heard … Read more
Bourbon Street made me do it. Get ready for round-the-clock nightlife, spicy Cajun food, and a whole lot of nudity. New Orleans is a must see for everyone, it really is a world of it’s own. It’s own personal history, its own culinary staples, and even it’s own rules (or so it seems). If it’s your first … Read more
I have to admit that before visiting Austin, I didn’t know much about it. And now that I do, I wish I had more than 2 days in Austin. My brother visited Austin a few times over the years and assured me I would fall in love with it… and I did. Why is Austin … Read more
From beautiful beaches to sky high mountains, Maui has a lot to offer. If you are only blessed with 3 days in Maui, you may be wondering where to start. Here is my complete 3 day itinerary for Maui (tried and tested): Day 1: BEACHES Start off by checking into your hotel and renting … Read more
I had a tough time planning my 5 days in Bali since there weren’t many itineraries online, and the ones I did find didn’t include the information I needed or all of the places I wanted to visit. So, voila! I created my own itinerary and put it to the test last November. Since … Read more
Seoul, a mega city where sky scrapers collide with ancient palaces and Buddhist Temples. A city where tiny teahouses and narrow alleyways make you forget that you’re right in the middle of the action. Seoul has some of the best nightclubs and the best food around. With so much going on, how do you narrow down what … Read more
If you only have 2 days in Tokyo, you may be feeling a little overwhelmed. Tokyo is one of Asia’s mega cities, and with a city this size, it may seem hard to zone in on what to do and see while you’re here. Here is our complete guide for 2 days in Tokyo: Day 1 … Read more
Shanghai, a city defined by it’s large scale international business, florescent skyline and fast paced society. A city inhabited by a mix of unimaginable wealth and forgotten maze-like alleyways. With a place as enormous and diverse as Shanghai, it may be quite hard to narrow down a list of things to see, so we’ll do it for … Read more
Walking around the Prague is comparable to being in a fairytale: except for one minor detail: it’s real. Truth be told, I wouldn’t mind spending a couple months in Prague, but if you only have one day in Prague, here’s how you want to spend it. Start your morning by grabbing something to eat … Read more
Even those limited to a quick visit find it easy to fall under the beguiling spells of Old San Juan’s cobblestone streets, pastel-painted colonial buildings and grand fortresses. -Nate Cavalieri San Juan is one of the most desirable destinations for US tourists: beautiful beaches, charming historical neighborhoods, and no passport needed! If you … Read more
What I love most about Singapore are the sharp and constant contrasts: smoky temples in the shadow of skyscrapers, luxe condos backing onto jungle, old-school shophouses housing secret cocktail dens. -Cristian Bonetto With a city so diverse, what could you (or what should you) do with one day in Singapore? Here’s a list … Read more
Bangkok, like Las Vegas, sounds like a place where you make bad decisions. Bangkok is a major travel hub for those backpacking or traveling throughout Thailand. So, chances are, if you book a trip to Thailand, you will probably spend a few days here. 2 days in Bangkok is enough to get a feel for this busy city and … Read more
In the midst of planning my trip to Southeast Asia, I began to search for a useful itinerary for 2 weeks in Thailand that would help me piece together my vacation. I was really looking for a dummy proof guide that included detailed information on places to visit and transportation from one place to … Read more
Copenhagen is clean, safe, and relatively easy to get to know. All of the locals speak superb English and the town seems small and easy to get around. Many people don’t know the first thing on their agenda when they book a trip to Copenhagen, since it doesn’t have near the popularity as many other European … Read more
In Brussels, everything is easy. It’s not a very big city, and the people are very quiet and warm. – Eric-Emmanuel Schmitt Only have one day in Brussels? No worries! Although Brussels is the capital of Belgium and the capital of the entire E.U., it still has a small town feel. Most of the … Read more
I’ve got two places I like to be. Portugal is one. -Cliff Richards In this day and age, we all get a little overwhelmed trying to narrow down the sights we want to see and the activities we want to experience when visiting a new foreign city. If you’re visiting Portugal soon and looking for the … Read more
Although we would love to spend more than 2 days in Rome, this is the hand we were dealt. Obviously 2 days in Rome is a little short, since Rome is one of those cities that you can spend 6 months in and still feel like you haven’t seen it all. There’s an … Read more
One large demanding fortress with an alpine backdrop sets Salzburg apart from other cities, attracting more and more tourists every year. Unfortunately I only had 1 day in Salzburg, but between touring the fortress and eating as many sausages as possible, I really did stay busy. Here’s my 1 day itinerary for Salzburg below: 1. … Read more