Perks of Visiting Rocky Mountain National Park in the Off-Season
Rocky Mountain National Park is a Colorado highlight on the doorstep of Denver. Off-season travel offers great value on rental and hotels.
Author: Alex Kallimanis
Alex Kallimanis is an award winning travel journalist who has visited 67+ different countries, including all 27 European Union countries, across all continents except Antarctica. He has resided around the world, living in countries like Australia, the Netherlands and Ireland for over 7 years combined. Currently residing in the Tampa, Florida, area with his wife Bell, he still spends much of his time in Europe as he also holds Greek citizenship, thanks to his father. Alex is a graduate of the University of Central Florida with a bachelor of arts degree in history, and was the president of Phi Alpha Theta (Honors History Society) during his senior year there. He was working on an MBA at UCF, before leaving it to reside in Australia on a one year working holiday visa, many moons ago. Alex enjoys covering wellness, gastronomy, outdoor adventures, craft beverages, history, sports and culture during his travels.
Great Divide, a Denver Brewery That Ranks Among the USA’s Best
Great Divide brewery crafts excellent beers like Yet imperial stout in a lively brewery housed in a previously abandoned milk plant in Denver.
One of the best breweries in the USA has been the recipient of many World Beer Cup Awards in a region considered the “Napa Valley” of beer.
Belfast Murals and Political Monuments
The Belfast murals evoke controversy. During your travels in Ireland, its best to avoid discussing them with strangers. They have become symbols of Northern Ireland, depicting past and present religious and political divisions. Belfast and Derry are home to arguably the most famous political murals in Europe. Some 2,000 murals have been documented since the 1970s.
Eating Reindeer in Stockholm: Is it Worth It?
Contemplating eating reindeer meat in Stockholm? Be wary of tourist trap restaurants in the Gamla Stan (old quarter). Reindeer meat tends to be gamey and is traditional served with boiled potatoes.
7-Eleven in Sweden: What to Expect
Swedish 7-Eleven’s are similar to American 7-Eleven’s but have some notable differences. Swedish 7-Eleven’s sell fresh fruit, whereas the American version typically does not. Swedish 7-Eleven’s also feature large bins containing a varieties of loose candies, which are popular. You can get slurpees and big bites at Swedish 7-Eleven’s, among other favorites of the chain convenience store.
