Is Sofia, Bulgaria worth visiting? If you haven’t seen very much of Europe, you may be better off planning visits elsewhere. But if you enjoy off the beaten path destinations, with fewer tourists, then a visit to Sofia might be ideal. It’s also the European Union’s cheapest capital city, so that’s certainly appealing if you’re looking to maximize your budget!
Summer is a time of great outdoor activities in most major cities, and Melbourne is one of the best for great outdoor festivals and events like Moonlight Cinema. While summer highs can occasionally reach 110 fahrenheit (42 celsius), there are also plenty of balmy nights to enjoy being outside. During our February visit to Melbourne…
Last updated on February 8th, 2024 at 10:45 pmLike many countries, Romania was on our travel radar for years. I nearly visited Romania in 2002, on the several month European backpacking trip I met Bell, after finishing university. At the time I was staying at a hostel in Budapest and a few people I met…
Last updated on March 25th, 2024 at 04:27 pm Located in the Lombardy region, Bergamo is a charming city less than an hour by train northeast of Milan. Città Alta, Bergamo’s older upper district can is encircled by Venetian walls and features cobblestone streets. Its home to the Romanesque Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore and…
Last updated on August 4th, 2025 at 07:31 pmAfter previously residing in Amsterdam for 3 and 1/2 years, we often reflect on the beauty of the Netherlands. We also miss some tasty quintessentially Dutch dishes. Now that we live in the USA, the pace of life is generally faster and excellent cheese is more expensive….
