We absolutely loved our trip to Penang Island in Malaysia. Learn about our experience and all of the unique things to do there so you can start planning your own trip to Malaysia! Penang Island Is One Of My Favorite Places In Malaysia One of my favorite places we went in Malaysia was the island […]
After three sunny days in Singapore, we continued our 7-week adventure in Asia and made our way north to Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur is the rapidly-expanding capital city of Malaysia. If you’re planning a trip to Kuala Lumpur and want to make sure you see all the highlights, here are our recommendations for the best things […]
This fall I had the incredible opportunity to spend 7 weeks traveling in Asia. I started in Singapore and worked my way up through Malaysia and Thailand before heading on to the Maldives and Japan. I’ve been very lucky see many parts of the world, but besides 2 weeks in Bali, I’d never been to Asia. […]
County Cork is located on the southern tip of Ireland has some of the cutest, most colorful towns in Ireland. On our way from Portmagee back to Dublin, we spent a night here exploring this beautiful area. Here are our recommendations for which towns are worth making a stop, where to stay in this area, and […]
Kerry Cliffs, Portmagee The famous Ring of Kerry is a popular scenic drive along the western coast of Ireland. Another lesser known, but just as beautiful scenic loop is the Dingle Peninsula. Both are beautiful, but from what we heard, the Ring of Kerry can get crowded during the summer months. We were there in […]
If you’ve seen Star Wars: The Force Awakens, you will definitely recognize this view. The final scene of the movie was filmed on an island so beautiful I wondered if it was a real place. Were these dramatic views and steep stone pathways just CGI and movie magic? I was thrilled to discover Skellig Michael […]
The Cliffs of Moher are one of Ireland’s most recognizable landmarks. Finally seeing them in person was one of my favorite parts of our trip to Ireland! Hiking the Cliffs of Moher The Cliffs of Moher stretch over 8 miles along the western coast of Ireland. They tower above the Atlantic Ocean, reaching over 702 […]
I had one of my most unforgettable experiences in Ireland at The Ashford Castle. The Ashford Castle is a medieval castle that is now a five star luxury resort near Galway. It was previously owned by the Guinness family. There are so many fun activities you can do at the castle, like archery, clay shooting, […]
Giant’s Causeway is a spectacular rock formation on the coast of Northern Ireland. It is an area of about 40,000 hexagonal columns rising out of the sea. The unique look of the causeway was formed by an intense ancient volcanic eruption. Or if you’d prefer to believe the legend, the columns are the remains of […]
Belfast is right in the middle of two of Ireland’s most popular tourist attractions — Dublin and Giant’s Causeway. On the way from Dublin to Giant’s Causeway, you may want to spend a night in Belfast. I had an unforgettable and eye-opening experience learning about the history of this city. I’m so glad we didn’t […]
This fall I had the opportunity to spend 2 amazing weeks in Ireland. From stunning landscapes, friendly people, lively cities, and some of the most colorful, charming towns I’ve ever visited, Ireland is such an incredible country to explore. Ireland may look small, but don’t let that fool you. I could’ve easily spent 2 more […]
If you’re visiting Croatia, chances are you’ll fly in and out of the capital city of Zagreb. Zagreb is located at the northern border of Croatia. Dubrovnik, Croatia’s most popular city and tourist attraction, is located at the southern tip. In between these two cities are miles and miles of stunning coasts with crystal clear, vibrant […]
Hopefully after seeing the majestic national parks and the historic city of Dubrovnik I have you thinking about adding Croatia to your bucket list! If you’re flying to Croatia, you’ll probably fly in and out of Zagreb, which is at the norther border of Croatia. Dubrovnik is on the southern tip. In between are dozens of […]
Dubrovnik is Croatia’s most popular, most visited city. This small, medieval city is surrounded by massive stone fortification walls and nestled serenely between scenic mountains one side and the brilliant turquoise waters of the Adriatic sea on the other. Just walking through the pedestrian streets of this charming city, it’s easy to see why this […]
After chocolate and waffles in Belgium, and colorful tulips in the Netherlands, I hopped on a planed and landed in the modern Mediterranean paradise of Croatia. What’s in Croatia, you might ask? Plitvice National Park Stunning, breathtaking, out-of-this-world natural landscapes. When I started telling people I was going to Croatia, I was met with a lot […]
While we were in Belgium, Stephanie and I took a day trip to The Netherlands to see the tulips. We were there at the perfect time — late April — peak season for tulips. We definitely didn’t want to miss the opportunity! I’ve always dreamed of seeing the tulips in Holland. Taking the train was a […]
Last month we spent a fun crazy day at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. We went to both parks (Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure), rode as many rides as possible (thanks to the Express Pass!) and tried all the fun food we could find. Find out what we think are the best things to […]
If you are looking for the most amazing place to stay in Zurich, with spectacular views of the Alps, surrounded by a peaceful park on the shores of the lake, yet still right in the heart of Zurich, look no further than the Baur au Lac. For over 170 years, the Baur au Lac has […]
Last summer I absolutely fell in love with Zermatt. It was one of my absolute favorite places we visited on our 2-week tour of Switzerland. It is so, so beautiful — a charming Alpine village with incredible mountains, breathtaking glacier-fed lakes, and endless hiking trails… So much to do and see. I could definitely see myself living there. […]
Last summer I had the amazing opportunity to spend 2 gorgeous weeks traveling around Switzerland. I absolutely fell in love. Switzerland is hands down one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been. It’s honestly like being in a fairytale. The combination of vibrant, turquoise lakes against the majestic Alps is unlike anything I’ve seen anywhere else. Everyone […]