Dubrovnik is one of the best places to visit in Croatia. It unfortunately can be terribly crowded because overtourism is a serious issue in the city. When you visit you will generally try to stay away from all the tourists, but there’s one thing you will want to do when you are there: Walk the Dubrovnik City Walls. Walking the Dubrovnik wall is without a doubt one of the best things to do in Dubrovnik. History of the Dubrovnik City Walls Dubrovnik’s Old Town is entirely surrounded by its City Walls, which were used to protect the city for centuries.…
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Budapest Travel Guide
When visiting Eastern Europe, Budapest is a top city to travel to, and rightfully so! Budapest is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and is rich in history, architecture, and culture. It has something to offer almost any traveler at a slightly cheaper price than its western European counterparts. This Budapest Travel Guide will help you plan your trip and tell you everything you need to know about visiting Budapest. If want help planning your trip to Budapest, check out our Travel Planning Services where we will work with you to design your dream trip and do all…
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Renting a Boat in Dubrovnik
When visiting Dubrovnik, the clear blue waters of the Adriatic Sea make for a gorgeous backdrop to any view or photo of the city. It’s also hard to resist getting out there and exploring the sea and all the islands that surround Dubrovnik. Luckily, renting a boat in Dubrovnik is very easy, affordable, and is one of the best day trips from Dubrovnik. While it may not be a yacht, almost anyone can rent a boat in Dubrovnik, which gives you the ultimate freedom of island hopping for the day. There are lots of great islands and spots around Dubrovnik…
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Is Bratislava Worth Visiting?
When planning your Europe travel itinerary, you probably won’t even consider traveling to Bratislava because you’ll be sticking to major cities throughout the continent. Even if you are traveling in Eastern Europe, you might not even visit Bratislava as it’s easily skipped over. That begs the question: Is Bratislava worth visiting? Bratislava is the capital of and largest in Slovakia, which is a small, landlocked country in Eastern Europe. It’s a former Soviet country that’s surrounded by Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Ukraine. Tons of travelers visit these surrounding countries, especially the Czech Republic, Austria, and Hungary. So,…
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One Day in Zagreb
Zagreb is underrated when it comes to travel as most travelers flock to the cities on Croatia’s coast, like Dubrovnik and Split. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t visit Zagreb though! There is plenty to do in Zagreb even if just for a day. This itinerary will give you what to do for one day in Zagreb. Breakfast Once you’re up and awake, head to the Dolac Market to grab something for breakfast. There are a host of vendors selling cheap, local produce and food. You are bound to find something that will be cheap, fresh, and fill you up. Keep…
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Dubrovnik Travel Guide
Croatia has become one of the most popular places to visit in Europe, with Dubrovnik being its crown jewel of tourism. It’s picturesque Old Town surrounded by castle-like walls set against the azure waters of the Adriatic Sea make it one of the most beautiful cities in the world. How could you not want to visit Dubrovnik? This Dubrovnik Travel Guide will help you plan your trip to this incredible Croatian city. Something to keep in mind when traveling to Dubrovnik is that it has become such a huge tourism spot that it now suffers from overtourism. The overtourism in…
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Bratislava Travel Guide
Bratislava is typically skipped over when people are planning an Eastern Europe travel itinerary. It’s easy for it to get lost with all the other great cities in the area, but there are plenty of reasons to visit Bratislava and Sloavkia. If you choose to visit Bratislava, even if just for a day trip, this Bratislava Travel Guide will help you get the most out of the Slovakia capital. If you are debating Is Bratislava Worth Visiting?, read our post about it before continuing with the Bratislava Travel Guide. How to Get to Bratislava You can get to Bratislava by…
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6 Programs to Teach English in Europe
Living and working abroad is a dream for many people, and Europe is a place that many want to live. One of the most popular ways to live abroad is to teach English abroad. Teaching English abroad, whether it’s a career or simply as way to live abroad is a route many people go. These 6 programs to teach English in Europe offer a bunch of different ways that you can live in Europe while making a decent salary. Spain Auxiliares de Conversación Program in Spain The Auxiliares de Conversación Program in Spain is also known as the North American…
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Day Trip from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes
You will never be at a loss for what to do in Zagreb. However when planning your trip, make sure you plan an extra day in the Croatian capital. This way you will be able to take advantage of one of the best things to do in Zagreb, and Croatia: Take a day trip from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes! Plitivce Lakes National Park is an incredible national park—one of the best in the world—with 16 terraced lakes that cascade into each other with remarkable waterfalls. The clear, turquoise colored water is unlike anything you’ve ever seen before and the natural…
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Zagreb Travel Guide
Croatia is a very popular spot for travelers, but most don’t visit Zagreb. While it’s the capital of Croatia and its largest city, Zagreb is land-locked and doesn’t have the stunning beaches and azure waters of Dubrovnik, Hvar, Zadar, or Split. However, there are still plenty of things to do in Zagreb. This Zagreb Travel Guide will help you plan your trip to this underrated city and give you ideas for where to stay, where to eat, and what to do in Zagreb. Where to Stay in Zagreb Zagreb is the biggest city in Croatia by population, but for travelers,…
