I have decided not to write a post about the travel day from Belgrade as it was a single flight on Air Serbia. Flying time is just over two hours and it was beautiful at sunset to see the landscape change from arid and brown to dark rich green. I am visiting this city for …
This capital city housing over 1.3 million residents is a huge and vibrant municipality. Having only gained independence in 2008, the country is young but that doesn’t mean there are limited things to do in Belgrade. Quite the opposite in fact, there are many interesting sites to discover and investigate. Here are 5 free things …
I have spent a considerable time in the Balkans over the past few years. These big cities can feel like dated concrete jungles. But within those jungles are gems, places the locals know about, hideaway spots that are full of bohemian flare. Walking around to discover these takes time and can be exhausting. But once …
The Republic of Serbia only gained its full independence when it split with Montenegro in 2006. That makes it one of the newest countries in the world. What better place to begin exploring then, from one of the oldest places in the city. Beautiful Belgrade Fortress, the park and rivers is where I am heading …
I have spent a considerable amount of time in the Balkans over the past few years of full-time travel. The similarities across these former Yugoslavian countries comes as no surprise anymore. The jarring culture shock that does arise right now, is a result of where I have just departed. Arriving from Tallinn Estonia, the two …
This should be a relatively simple travel day, two legs flying on LOT Airways for the first time. While I am sad to be leaving Estonia, I am looking forward to a new adventure and this time its back into the Balkans I go. Here is my travel day Tallinn to Belgrade via Warsaw, the …
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time visiting this UNESCO World Heritage city and exploring the nature that surrounds it. From climbing medieval towers and exploring the subterranean bastions, to wading in the Baltic Sea and everything in between. There is so much to see, experience and learn and I can’t wait to return again soon. …
Being in this northern European capital city for such a short time, I give myself free reign to walk around and enjoy everything. With no pre-conceived ideas or plans, anything is on the menu. After a not so hearty hotel breakfast I decide to begin my day at the beach, park and marina. Helsinki day …
One of the things that intrigues me about Tallinn is its proximity to Helsinki. A short trip across the sea and you find yourself in the Finnish capital. I’ve been blessed with a few sunny days in a row, somewhat of a rarity in this part of northern Europe. A sojourn in a new city …
Having never visited northern Europe in adulthood, I am curious and excited to see what this part of the continent has in store. I have preconceived ideas of fashion, architecture and nature, whether those hold true remains to be seen. Here are my first impressions of Tallinn Estonia as I get out and begin to …
After a very short jaunt in Vienna, its now time to head to my next destination, somewhere I am extremely excited to see. I am flying with Finnair again, and it will be the last time I do so. The reason being, continuing to charge a high price for a seat, even when checking in …
Since I am flying from Vienna to my next destination, I though it would be fun to spend a few days here. The train from Bratislava is only one hour long, cost €19 and I would have had to take this trip regardless, on my actual travel day. So let’s jump right in and see …
Always trying to find unique ideas to pass along to my fellow travellers, I have been successful here. It almost seems like every time I turn a corner, something crosses my path that makes me pause and take note. Here are 10 free things to do in Bratislava Slovakia that I hope you find as …
What an interesting place to have arrived in. The city has loads of history including when it was the capital of Hungary and called Pressburg. I’m excited to get out and explore the old town and the newer sides, to see what I can find. Here are my first impressions of Bratislava Slovakia. Graffiti I …
This is one country where you definitely need preparation and research before your arrival. I have visited twice now, to Chengdu and Shanghai, flown with China Eastern & Southern and spent a week in Hong Kong. There are many tips and tricks I can provide and that is exactly what this post is designed to …
There is absolutely no shortage of things to do in this incredible city. Having such limited time to visit only so much ground one can cover. It’s a destination you could spend months in and still feel like there is much to be seen. Here are 6 free things to do in Shanghai China that …
I have decided again, not to cover the travel day from Hong Kong to China, simply because it is one single flight and in the darkness of night. Leaving HK the plane was delayed on the tarmac for almost 1.5 hours because of a rain storm, but the remainder of the flight was uneventful. Here …
My visit has been interesting to say the least. This part of the city has a special breed of magic, one that cannot be duplicated but must be experienced. Walking the streets is going to be your best way to discover that. If you don’t have time for a languid and lengthy walk, here are …
I am in an area of the city that is actually a peninsula of the mainland, as opposed to the island itself. What was once fertile farmland, is now one of the most densely populated places on the planet. The streets and alleys are full of character, vim, illicit activity and chaos. Come get lost …
Where to start? Wow I was not expecting to see a market every few blocks, but that is exactly what I encounter exploring these gritty old streets of Kowloon. From raw food to souvenirs, antiques, jade and clothes, let me show you what I discover amongst this chaotic and lively metropolis. There are so many …