The ultimate budget travel guide for Transylvania, Romania - A gorgeous area of Eastern Europe! Transylvania sounds like a fictional place. Like Madagascar or Tasmania, it sounds like the name of a fairy-tale land from a book or a movie. Believe it or not, Transylvania is a real place that you can travel to! (As …
While traveling in Eastern Europe, here are the best places to visit in Croatia! Lokrum Island, Croatia As a relatively small nation in southeast Europe, Croatia is often overshadowed by more well-known Mediterranean destinations like Italy or Greece. But the breathtaking natural beauty and rich cultural history of this country have started to attract more and …
Hidden gems, local secrets, off-the-beaten-path destinations, or whatever you choose to call them, here are 20 of my favorite non touristy places in Europe! Europe is very high on many people's travel wishlist. As it should be! Physically, it is quite small compared to other continents. You can fly from one side to the other …
The best things to do in Sofia, Bulgaria for budget travelers. Sofia may not be at the top of many travelers' bucket lists, but it should be. As the second oldest capital city in Europe, Sofia has a rich history and a thriving sense of culture. As a relatively poor nation near the Balkans, Bulgaria is …
From my personal experience, here is how to spend a weekend trip to Riga, Latvia in the middle of a bleak winter. On a whim, I booked a round-trip flight from London to Riga, the capital city of Latvia. I was on school holidays and had no plans. Photos of Riga intrigued me, though I …
My experience in the charming town of Sibiu, Romania. The best love is unexpected love. When something new just appears out of nowhere and snatches up your heart, there is simply no greater joy. That is why I love traveling to unexpected destinations. Popular tourist cities are so well-known that however stunning they may be, …
A list of the best places to visit in Romania, plus some extra Romania travel tips like how to get around and when to visit. Romania is honestly one of my favorite countries I’ve visited in Europe. It has some of the most beautiful scenery, including ancient castles and charming villages. The people are nice, …
As one of the most visited cities in Croatia, chances are Dubrovnik has a spot on your Eastern Europe travel itinerary. The hype is worth it. Dubrovnik is easily one of the best places to visit in Croatia. This famous walled city has a charming Old Town full of impressive architecture, historic sights, and modern …
How to visit the breathtaking Bay of Kotor Montenegro on a budget! The little Balkan country of Montenegro is often overlooked by travelers. Its neighbors, Croatia and Greece, seem to get all the attention. So if you're backpacking through southeast Europe and looking for a gorgeous travel destination with few tourists, Montenegro is an amazing …
The beautiful city of Warsaw, Poland is the place that made me love traveling. In June 2014 I was lucky enough to visit Poland for the first time with my dad and his girlfriend, MJ. My dad's Polish friend, Marcin, had invited us to explore Warsaw and spend some time at his home in the …