Many Washingtonians, yours truly included, have done the Seattle to Spokane drive a dozen times or more. While the Emerald City is undoubtedly the state’s crowning jewel, there is also a variety of things to do between Seattle and Spokane, the state’s second-largest city, making this road trip one that never gets old. Here are some tips for an awesome cross-Washington adventure itinerary. Planning a Seattle to Spokane Road Trip … Read More
There is no city in the world quite like Barcelona. This vibrant, coastal city in the Catalonia region of northeastern Spain has long been a source of inspiration, experimentation, and refuge for some of the world’s greatest artists, writers, and creatives, so it is no surprise that today, Barcelona is a top tourist destination with so many completely unique points of interest. However, oftentimes travellers aren’t quite sure how many … Read More
One of the most incredible aspects of visiting the vibrant and bustling city of Barcelona is how well connected it is to other parts of Spain. Because Barcelona (and Spain as a whole) has a great public transportation system, possibilities of places to go and things to do, both within and outside the city itself, are endless. One of the most incredible options is a Montserrat day trip from Barcelona … Read More
We first visited Plovdiv in 2016 and were immediately taken by Bulgaria’s second-largest city. As one of the oldest cities in all of Europe (some say the oldest continuously inhabited city on the continent), Plovdiv is packed full of ancient history, a charming old town, and a thriving arts district with new things popping up all the time. Picked as one of the European Capitals of Culture in 2019 (the … Read More
Bulgaria is quickly becoming a sought-after destination in Europe, with travellers eager to explore its metropolitan cities, high mountain peaks, ancient history, and beautiful Black Sea coastline. And not only does Bulgaria have a lot to offer tourists in terms of natural and historical sites, but it is also known to be an affordable destination to visit. However, if you’re planning a trip through this Balkan nation and are curious … Read More
The Balkan nation of Bulgaria has long been overlooked on standard European travel routes, where traditional tourists rarely travel farther east than Hungary or Croatia. However, for those more intrepid visitors keen to see the delights that southeastern Europe has to offer, planning a Bulgaria itinerary is a fantastic idea. Though relatively small in size, Bulgaria has a lot to offer visitors and really can appeal to almost every personality. … Read More
Sofia is a city that is often overlooked, too frequently shunted and added to “skip it” lists without a second thought. And, to be honest, it might be understandable at first sight of Bulgaria’s capital city. Sofia is not beautiful and the few architectural gems it does have are often hidden by functional communist-era housing blocks, connected by a drab, sometimes crumbling pavement. However, this does not mean that Sofia … Read More
Spain is one of the most popular countries to visit in the entire world and sees some of the highest tourist numbers in Europe. There are many areas of interest to plan a Spain itinerary, including its vibrant capital of Madrid, the Gaudi architecture of Barcelona, the beaches and nightlife of the Balearic islands, and the gastronomy of the Basque country. However, one of the most popular and sought-after regions … Read More