5 Reasons to Take Your Significant Other to the Alps

Last updated on March 25th, 2024 at 04:15 pmWhen it comes to romance in Europe, there are a few things that immediately come to mind. Gondoliers in Venice, riding the London Eye and gazing over Paris from the Eiffel Tower. But there are some often-overlooked destinations that deserve discussion. When it comes to perfect places…

Reasons to Experience more than just Amsterdam during a Visit to the Netherlands

Last updated on February 28th, 2025 at 04:36 pmAmsterdam was a place we called home for three and a half years. It is a beautiful city with an easily walkable UNESCO World Heritage historic center. Unfortunately, these days it suffers from over-tourism, particularly during the summer. During our previous visit, we were shocked at how…

Amsterdam Singel canal and 17th century guild houses

Koh Yao Noi: Most Romantic Getaways in Thailand

While looking for the perfect tropical vacation to escape with my wife, I decided on Koh Yao Noi because it’s one of the most romantic and secluded islands in Thailand. When considering your next trip to a beautiful destination, there are a few reasons that Koh Yao Noi can be one of the most romantic getaways in the world.

7 Great Places to Visit in Central Mexico

Last updated on December 3rd, 2025 at 08:28 amMexico has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country in North America. The Meso-Americans already had great civilizations before the Spanish conquered and plundered their gold. But Spain left behind some beautiful European-esque towns like Puebla, Queretaro and San Miguel de Allende. If you’re only…

Bratislava, Worth a Day Trip?

Thinking about a day trip to Bratislava? Slovakia’s capital is probably most famous in the US for the fictitious movie Hostel, a ridiculously graphic film about a secret organization that kidnaps tourists and murders them for fun. Certainly the Slovakian tourism board was thrilled to be featured! While Bratislava’s rough communist past contributes to mixed reviews from travelers, it has a beautiful historic center and Bratislava Castle, perched high above town, offers fantastic views for miles. So is Bratislava worth a day trip or a weekend getaway within Europe?