From the second you arrive in Athens, Greece and get your first glimpse at the Acropolis, we promise you will already be in love. At least we were. We stepped off the train and immediately saw the ruins towering above us in the distance, beckoning us to come explore. Basic…Continue reading Guide to Visiting the Acropolis
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20 Photos to Inspire Your Trip to the Azores
The Azores are quickly becoming a hot destination for travel in Europe. They’re affordable, more relaxing, and less crowded than many other spots and that’s only 3 of the reasons to visit! If you’re even considering a trip, we hope these 20 photos from the Azores will help seal the…Continue reading 20 Photos to Inspire Your Trip to the Azores
15 Things You Must Do in Madrid
Madrid, much like Athens, Greece, is one of those cities that just blew away our expectations. We were fortunate to have a good friend living there who was able to give us a bit of the “locals” tour, but besides that we were delighted by the variety of things to…Continue reading 15 Things You Must Do in Madrid
Our Favorite Miradouros (Viewpoints) on São Miguel Island
Once you grab your rental car on Sao Miguel Island, it won’t take long before you start noticing road signs for “miradouros.” You’ll see A LOT of them. Miradouro means “viewpoint” and they’re kind of like scenic overlooks in the U.S. The island is really well marked with signs and…Continue reading Our Favorite Miradouros (Viewpoints) on São Miguel Island
Montserrat Monastery: A Day Trip from Barcelona
Santa Maria de Montserrat (or more simply referred to as Montserrat or Montserrat Monastery) is about an hour’s drive from Barcelona on the mountain Montserrat. The monastery dates back to the 11th century and still operates today. It is the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city and…Continue reading Montserrat Monastery: A Day Trip from Barcelona
