Category: Travel Stories

Travel stories & ideas for adventures near and far – road trips, weekend getaways, budget trips and epic vacations.

Mount Srd & Fort Imperial – Best View of Dubrovnik

If you have ever looked into Dubrovnik, or Croatia for that matter, I'm sure you have seen the photos of Dubrovnik Old Town from above. These photos are often taken on Mount Srd Dubrovnik, the hill where Fort Imperial sits. You can see the fort as well as a large... Read more

Tivoli Gardens at Halloween: The Best Copenhagen Date Day

About a century before Disneyland was constructed, Tivoli Gardens was welcoming its first visitors to this idyllic Denmark amusement park nestled into scenic Copenhagen – with Hans Christian Anderson himself in attendance! The gardens and classic rides bring up... Read more

Helsinki Sauna: 8 Hours in Finland from Tallinn via Ferry

Sometimes I get an idea in my head that is absolutely ridiculous. In these cases, I always give Buddy veto power and if he doesn't take that opportunity, then all bets are off. This is how we ended up in a Helsinki sauna during an eight-hour day trip to Finland (which... Read more

Must-Do in Estonia: Free Walking Tour of Tallinn with Tales of Reval

Have you ever traveled to a new city and had absolutely no idea about its history? Well, that is us much more often than we should probably admit. However, during our travels, we have found that many cities offer free historical guided walking tours – which is... Read more

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 –... Read more

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... Read more

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.... Read more

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... Read more

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... Read more

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... Read more