To travel by train or not to travel by train. That is the question. Okay. So I’m kinda stealing Shakespeare’s lines. But really it’s a great question. Should I travel by train on my trip to Europe? And the answer? It depends. And the next question: How do I navigate all the tickets, passes, timetables,…
While I don’t believe there are truly any off the beaten path places in world any more, I do still believe you can travel to less-visited and less touristed destinations — even in well-discovered Europe. All it takes is a little know how — and a sense of adventure. Let’s take a look at some…
I have a confession: I had only taken one walking tour until this year. And the only reason I did that one is because it was offered free with my hotel stay in Istanbul. I always encourage my travel clients to take some sort of walking tour in the city they are visiting. It’s a…
Where are some of the most beautiful places you’ve been? I’m talking about take your breath away, jaw dropping destinations. I’m inspired to write about some of my “most beautiful places” thanks to Travis and Jason from Location Indie. Travis has his own Extra Pack of Peanuts website and podcast. Jason has Zero to Travel.…
Welcome back to Charming Places — a series in which I talk about the places I stay. From B&B’s, hotels and guesthouses to apartments and farm stays, I’ll give my honest thoughts on these spaces. I’ve found that the accommodation I choose to stay often directly affects how I feel about a particular destination. And how I…
Have you walked on history? Not through it or around it — But ON it. Think about this for a moment. Have you been somewhere where people – 100, 500 or even 1000 years ago — walked on the same surface you were walking on? I have. And it’s mind-blowing! Now I know that…
