Lisbon’ s typical: trams, cream pastries, Gubelkian Foundation, Convento do Jeronimos, Belém tower, Fado music,….Been there, done that? You can then either stay in your Lisbon apartments or keep on strolling around the city and discover some of the city’s best kept secrets, walking through Alfama and Chiado quarters, stop in their charming cafés, or…
We all know one. Perhaps you’re one yourself. A fearful flier. Just the idea of arriving at the airport makes you clench your fists and sweat profusely. However, let’s face it pretty much everyone has some level of fear when it comes to flying. Personally while I loathe the airport check-in process, I am a…
Wild for wine? Crazy for Cognac? Psyched for cider? Then France is your country – and the best part is, you get to combine sightseeing with drinking, which frankly is the best of both worlds. Champagne – Sparkling Paris Day Trip: Unlike other wines, Champagne can only be called as such if it’s made in a…
The world’s most coveted sunsets? The earth’s most awe-inspiring destinations? We’re probably never going to agree. I’ve already accepted that. But that’s fine, because a sunset is personal to each traveler, each individual. Which is why this list will never be an objective piece. My travel boots have taken me to so many amazing places…
If you have visited this site before, you know I am a big fan of time-lapse videos. Especially ones involving amazing travel destinations. Below is another example of how a simple video can move you and perhaps motivate you to get up, pack your bags and get on the next flight to anywhere. The videographer,…
Travel is a lot of things to a lot of people. But for most of us these days, it is pretty expensive. With gas prices over $4 a gallon and airfares pricier than the same time a year ago, travelers have to be both savvy and frugal if they plan to getaway this summer. Fortunately…
On a 2009 trip, I climbed (via a lift) the 6,500+ foot high Kasprowy Wierch in Poland’s Western Tatras on an absolutely beautiful summer day. If you plan to make your way to Poland, I highly suggest adding a visit to the city of Zakopane to your itinerary. While this resort town is mostly known…
What is it about time lapse videos that make people go crazy with “oohs” and “aahs”? Well for starters they often times showcase a travel destination most people want to visit badly. But for me they are just really, really pretty. Yes I used “pretty” to describe a travel video (I’m secure enough in my…