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
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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
Experiencing Gaudí in Barcelona
The second you begin planning your trip to Barcelona, your Google searches will be filled with many colorful buildings, thanks to the creative and inspiring architect Antoni Gaudí. Experiencing Gaudi in Barcelona will be top-priority on your to-do list and for good reason. His mark on the city is one-of-a-kind…Continue reading Experiencing Gaudí in Barcelona
10 Things You Must Do on São Miguel Island
São Miguel Island is one of the – if not the most – naturally beautiful places we’ve ever visited. Still relatively new to receiving tourists, the Azores remain very untouched and you’ll be in awe of the shades of greens and blues all over the island. If you’re heading to…Continue reading 10 Things You Must Do on São Miguel Island
Eating Your Way Through London
One of the best parts about traveling is eating! We love to try local foods wherever we go, even if they’re unusual to us… we once ate guinea pig for Thanksgiving dinner in Peru and tried minke whale in Iceland. While the foods in London are all pretty “normal,” there…Continue reading Eating Your Way Through London
