Trailing Away – Blog Roll
Tivoli Gardens at Halloween: The Best Copenhagen Date Day
Copenhagen's historic amusement park is one of the most charming and fun around. But, Tivoli Gardens at Halloween is even better! Walt Disney even used this iconic park for inspiration.
Helsinki Sauna: 8 Hours in Finland from Tallinn via Ferry
Ever dipped in the frigid Baltic Sea? We didn't know we'd want to until an awesome Helsinki sauna day trip complete with Finnish spa visit. It's all possible on a quick ferry from Estonia!
Must-Do in Estonia: Free Walking Tour of Tallinn with Tales of Reval
The free 90-minute walking tour of Tallinn is a great introduction into the history of this amazing UNESCO World Heritage City. This is a can't miss experience when visiting the capital of Estonia.
12 Best Things to Do in Riga, Latvia in Autumn
One of the most beloved features of a long-term European vacation is the ability to experience so many different cultures, languages, foods, and history during one trip. There are also many beautiful, unique cities that haven't been hit as hard by tourism - making...
Hill of Crosses in Lithuania: Unique Religious Experience
The Hill of Crosses in Lithuania is unlike anything we have ever experienced. It is truly a spectacular place, not just because it is such a unique sight, but because it's message is one of hope, faith, and love. While we've been in many awe-inspiring churches and...
Gdansk Museum & City Walk for a Much-Needed History Refresher
Did you know that Gdansk, Poland, is where World War II began or that it was also the place the solidarity movement started, which led to the end of communism? Us either. That's because we never took a strong interest in history as kids or as adults. Until recently....
4 Tips for an Amazing Santorini Sunset at Santo Winery
The cliff-side city of Oia is known to be the best place to watch the famous Santorini sunset – known around the world for its epic display. But, if you do more than two minutes of research about this place, you’ll find out that it is a madhouse at sunset. During the...
9 Days in Transylvania: Romania Road Trip Highlights & Guide
Our nine-day visit to the Transylvania area (including an epic Romania Road Trip) is something that will definitely stand out in our travels. From wandering the quaint, medieval streets of Brasov and Sighisoara to driving the twisty-turny Transfagarasan Highway – and...
Driving the Famed Transfagarasan Highway in Romania & Staying on Balea Lake
Often listed as one of the best roads to drive in the world, the Transfagarasan Highway in Romania is filled with scenic views, interesting stops, and even possible wildlife viewing. On our 130+-km journey, we were blessed with perfect weather, an amazing spontaneous...
Salina Turda: Romania’s Underground Amusement Park in a Salt Mine
Originally our road trip through Romania was going to be focused between Brasov and Sibiu. Then I saw a photo of Salina Turda and couldn't resist the urge to see it in person. So, we decided to pick up and drop off our car in Cluj-Napoca instead, so that we could...
7 Reasons Visiting Bratislava Needs to Be on Your List!
For many, like us, visiting Bratislava means a short stop on a Eurotrip en route to places like Budapest or Vienna. While you could definitely see the major highlights of the city on a one-day trip, we highly recommend taking a bit longer to really soak it all in –...
Wandering & Wine Tasting in Budapest: A Memorable First Visit
We were never much into drinking in public settings before we started traveling. But, it has become very apparent that places with alcohol are often the same places where we can learn the most, have the best conversations, and find awesome food as well. Our experience...