You've probably seen Photos of the Iceland DC3 Plane Crash on the black sand beach in Iceland and you've been wanting to know. How Can I visit it? What's the story behind it? Well We are here to answer those questions. And help you get there too! Nearly everyone we know wants to visit it on their first trip to Iceland. Well, it's super easy and … [Read more...]
Category: Europe
Visiting Auschwitz II – Birkenau
This post is a continuation from part one on Auschwitz I. If you are looking for how to visit Auschwitz, check out my Tips for visiting the Auschwitz Concentration Camps Getting out of the museum we opted to try to get a bite to eat before continuing our visit to the camps. There are a few options available in the area for food, but generally … [Read more...]
Touring the Museum of Broken Relationships
Maybe love isn’t always grand. Occupying the other spectrum of relationships is the Museum of Broken Relationships in Zagreb, Croatia. A tribute to the love that was and then for reasons many was no longer… So as I hobbled along through Zagreb in my time there, I happened upon this museum as I was descending one of the hills. … [Read more...]
10 Must-do Activities in Krakow
There’s no denying that Krakow is one of the most beautiful cities in Poland or really anywhere. Coming up with a list of must do things was easy, trying to pare it down was the hard part. But here’s our take on 10 must visit destinations in Krakow. * * * * * Market Square Market Square is the bustling heart of the UNESCO designated … [Read more...]
Places to visit in Northern Cyprus
As places go Northern Cyprus is still one that seems to be a mystery for a lot of people. With an interesting history, it has been off-limits for many years that often people these days don’t know how much more accessible it is. Separated in the 70s following a Military Coup the island has seen tension between the Greek and Turkish sides that … [Read more...]
Five Sights to Visit in Stockholm, Sweden
Stockholm is a beautiful city. I really enjoyed myself here, and I have been to a lot of places by now and that says a lot. I could definitely see myself living in Stockholm. Ok wait, I suppose I should first go visit it in the winter before I really say that. There are also a lot of things to see and do in the city, so it was tough coming up … [Read more...]
14 Incredible Things to Do in Belgrade Serbia
If you find yourself in Serbia and looking for things to do Belgrade, you certainly won’t want for activities to do in this dynamic city. The city is also larger than I expected with the “New Belgrade” on the west side of the river. This part had some of the more socialist “brutalist architecture” buildings. It is also the less popular place for … [Read more...]
Top Places to Visit in Baku Azerbaijan
When I said I was going to Azerbaijan, most people just looked at me with a blank look in their face. I was lucky to find someone who even knew it was a country. But there is so much in Azerbaijan and in Baku as well from history, to food, to culture. So I wanted to put together a list of the top things to do in Baku, Azerbaijan. Maiden Tower One … [Read more...]
Photo Essay: Brutalist Architecture in Belgrade Serbia
I have always been fascinated by Brutalist Architecture. I don’t know what it is. Maybe the combination of form, function, and ideology that created something both ugly and beautiful. What is Brutalist Architecture? I know when I mention the term “brutalist architecture” it makes a lot of people wince at the idea. Like, what is that? The term … [Read more...]
Exploring the Westfjords – Iceland
One of the most beautiful but least visited parts of Iceland, the Westfjords invoke the feeling of remoteness and adventure. Iceland is probably one of the hottest destinations right now, but surprisingly while some places get a horde of tourists, many others still feel really rather remote. Of all the folks that visit Iceland per year, only a … [Read more...]
Gas Stations in Iceland
Driving seems to be the way to get around Iceland. We found the options for public transportation to be lacking, especially in further to reach destinations, so to get where we wanted to go, we knew we needed to drive. Things to should know about getting gas in Iceland. 1. Most Gas Stations are Self Service Many of the gas stations you’ll pass … [Read more...]
Visiting Europe’s Oldest City – Plovdiv Bulgaria
“It’s the most beautiful city in all of Bulgaria” Orlina stated as we were making our way to Plovdiv Bulgaria. That seemed a lot to live up to for sure and as one of her favorite places I was excited to share this with a friend. Orlina while from Bulgaria was living in Jordan at the same time as I was so it was lovely to get to visit her in her … [Read more...]