Krakow, Auschwitz and Riding the Night Train
Visiting Krakow was a favorite stop on our trip to Eastern Europe. With tons of culture and history packed into this scenic city, there’s a lot ot love!
All Over the World
Our trips to foreign countries no matter how we got there.
Two Great Side Trips from Prague
While Prague is certainly a must-see city when visiting the Czech Republic, we absolutely fell in love with the smaller towns of Kutna Hora and Cesky Krumlov. These side trips from Prague will get you out of the big city and into a quirky Bone Church and relaxing along the Vltava River.
Exploring Prague in Two Days
Prague was the jumping off point for our exploration of Eastern Europe and what a great first stop. This vibrant city is full of beautiful architecture, delicious food, good beer and great people.
Tips for Your First Visit to Italy
Traveling overseas can be daunting when you encounter different language, currency and customs. Here, we share 14 tips to help you prepare for your first visit to Italy, one of the most-visited countries in the world. We cover everything from what to expect in hotels and bathrooms to staying connected.
Transportation in Italy: Getting Around the Country
When it comes to gettting around Italy, there are lots of transportation options: trains, buses, ferries, airplanes to consider.
Exploring Tuscany: Side Trips from Florence
Some of the best sites in Italy may be in the big cities, but the charm is often found in the small towns. Here, we explore several small towns in Tuscany. Each of these towns can be visited as a day trip or a one- or two-night stay on your way to or from Florence.
Let Florence Capture Your Heart in Three Days
Florence is one of our favorite places on Earth, not just in Italy. There is just so much culture, art, history, not to mention beautiful scenery and some our favorite cuisine. We have been multiple times and still can’t wait to go back.
Hiking the Coast of the Cinque Terre
The Cinque Terre, both a National Park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the Italian Riviera at its best. These five small towns, connected by a trail, may be filled with tourists, but it is still laid back and enjoyable. Hike the Sentiero Azurro for heart-pumping views and exercise.
A Taste of Northern Italy – Venice and Lake Como
Northern Italy has several wonderful places to visit including Venice, Milan, Lake Como, the Dolomites and Turin. We enjoyed spending several days touring the northern part of the country.
Naples, Pompei and Sicily
Visiting Naples, the ruins at Pompei and the island of Sicily… Seeing amazing history, dodging crime on the streets and flying to the wrong airport.