For most Americans, Brussels is not a top-tier European destination. Heck, Belgium as a whole often gets completely skipped over. But while Brussels does not have the volume of sights as a city like London, Rome, or Paris, or the allure of Barcelona or Amsterdam, it is a truly incredible city. Consider, for instance, that…
Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. It’s a small city, and unimportant in modern Italy, but a hub for tourism. Along with Rome and Venice, Florence is one of the places on nearly every Italian trip itinerary. And rightfully so. The city is beautiful, and has a lot to do. It also makes a great…
It is impossible to overstate just how overwhelming Rome is. There is so much to do and see, both in terms of sights we all know about, and just in walking around and stumbling across something amazing. The city is chaotic, fast-moving, unpredictable. There are tourists everywhere in the center, and navigating around them physically…
Montevideo, Uruguay is a city of just under two million, containing roughly 60% of the country’s population. Located on the northern shore of the vast Rio de la Plata, it has seaside vibes with sandy beaches and wide waterfront promenades lined with luxury condos. It is not a tourism hot spot, which is both good…
Where do I even start? I loved this city, more than most. It is easily in the top five for me of my personal favorites in the world, and after having spent a full month living there, I can’t wait to come back. I’d even consider moving to Buenos Aires. High praise, I know. But…
When most travelers visit the Dominican Republic, they choose beaches and resorts in a place like Punta Cana or Puerto Plata. If they come to the capital of Santo Domingo, it is for a day, or even less, on one side or the other. Well, I am not most travelers. The last thing I want…
Some places just stick with you. They are so unexpectedly wonderful that they become a part of you, a part of your soul. Such is the case for me with Calaveras County in Northern California. After making my first trip to this small rural county that stretches from the foothills to the Sierra Nevada mountains,…
Munich is one of the largest cities in Germany, and the de facto capital of the southern part of the country. It sits along the Isar River, near the foothills of the Alps. It also has one of the largest airports in Germany, making it a reasonably likely entry point for visitors to both Germany…
Vienna is my favorite city in Europe. That was only reinforced after my most recent visit, my third time in the Austrian capital. It is a city of culture, of history, of food, and of beauty. It is a place that should be at the top of every traveler’s wish list. Magnificent buildings like this…
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic, and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Central Europe, especially with other European travelers. It is known for its incredibly well-preserved old city, beautiful architecture, good beer, and a party environment that attracts young people from all over. What a beautiful city! The partying doesn’t…