Seeing signs advertising an inexpensive boat trip from the public pier in Budva, I was curious to explore this potential adventure. Usually taking a boat anywhere is costly. The best day trip to Hawaii from Budva is not only affordable but fun too! Galeb Tours Walking along the esplanade at Slovenska, visitors will see numerous …
Bosnian Talgo Train from Sarajevo to Mostar
I am changing locations now, staying within the country but wanting to experience a smaller city. Having read great reviews about this journey, I decided a train trip was going to be fun. The Bosnian Talgo Train from Sarajevo to Mostar wasn’t exactly as great as it was touted to be. Sarajevo Train Station The …
My Hike up Mt. Nakkerd to the Big Buddha!
Oh jeez, I thought I had bitten off more than I could chew this morning. This was a steep one, and one that I had to constantly encourage myself to keep continuing. My hike up Mt. Nakkerd to the big Buddha was both exhausting and exhilarating. Location Past Kata Beach on Phuket Island, if one …
Beautiful Promenade at Konyaalti Beach
I have been walking away from my house in a different direction each day, to try and see what is available around this area. I am deep in a residential neighbourhood and I walk about 20 minutes before I see anything besides apartment buildings. One place I have found that I adore is the beautiful …
Beautiful Scenic Views Around Modica
I have an increasingly large number of picturesque landscape photographs on my phone of this gorgeous city. More than any other city in fact. There is something so completely ancient and charming about Sicily. More specifically, the beautiful scenic views around Modica are next level. Two Sides There are actually several different parts to Modica. …
First Impressions of Modica Italy
I have never been to this part of Italy before, meaning Sicily. Arriving late at night, in the dark, I didn’t have any time to form an opinion before I crashed into a deep slumber after a long day of travel. When I awoke, I arose into an Italian fairy wonderland, something I was not …
6 Free Things to Do & See in Salerno
As a budget traveller, I am always on the look out for free things to do in every city I visit. It is amazing what is available all around us that costs nothing, just time. Having spent a little less than two weeks in this city, here are my ideas for 6 free things to …
Great Hike up to Arechi Castle
Having had a not so good hiking experience in Tivat, I was anxious to try my luck again. This time I decided a great hike up to Arechi Castle in Salerno was definitely worth the effort. Turns out…it was amazing! Trails I googled and searched for trails before beginning. I had read that there was …
6 Beautiful Beaches of Tivat
The coastline around Tivat is a swimmer’s paradise. The water is crystal clear and oh so warm and places to have a dip are numerous. While these 6 beautiful beaches of Tivat are not sandy, they are indeed amazing places to sunbathe and enjoy all the Adriatic coastline has to offer. Belane Beach Starting with …
First Impressions of Tivat Montenegro
After arriving into Tivat airport and heading for my flat for the next week, I had to go out and explore. I was on the lookout for the necessary groceries and drinks, and I needed a SIM card too. Here are my first impressions of Tivat Montenegro. Friendly Oh wow, what a breath of fresh …
Lovely River Walk in Plovdiv
Spending the last few days down near the river, exploring this part of the city, I was able to find a really lovely river walk in Plovdiv. Maritsa River The Maritsa River flows through the city of Plovdiv and is the longest river in the Balkans. There are 6 bridges that cross the river of …
Flying SPU to MRS on Volotea
It’s travel time again friends! I have had a great visit in Split but the time has come to explore a new destination. I’m on route today, and the first leg is flying SPU to MRS on Volotea. Marseilles here I come. Leaving Split I decided to take the bus to the airport. I looked …