Riga, Latvia’s Latgale Tirgus Flea Market

Riga, Latvia has many beautiful characteristics, particularly around its historic center. While the Latgale Tirgus flea market is not one of them, it is one of the quirkiest markets we’ve come across in our travels. Here’s why you may want to pop in for a short visit when traveling to Riga.

What to Expect when Port Tasting in Porto, Portugal

Porto is a beautiful town in the North of Portugal and is the second largest town in the nation. Portugal’s second city is most famous for, of course, its ports. The grapes to produce these fortified wines grow well in the Douro Valley, thanks to its idyllic climate. This making port tasting in Porto the perfect destination to explore the depths of sweet fortified wines!

Syros, The Best Greek Cyclades Island to Visit in Winter

Last updated on December 14th, 2021 at 10:24 pmFew people visit the Greek islands in winter because it’s typically cold. But the lack of tourists presents great deals and a different kind of romantic feel. Many businesses shudder their doors for the season, often heading back to the mainland or focusing on renovations. A hotel…

sunset in Syros, Greece

Budapest Parliament: Architectural Wonder of Europe

Last updated on March 6th, 2019 at 05:23 amBudapest is divided into two sections that are separated by the famed Danube river. Not surprisingly they are named Buda and Pest and were once completely separate towns under different rule. The seat of the current Hungarian government, the Országház, was completed in 1904 and built to showcase the grandeur…