Quite honestly, before researching where I wanted to go on this trip around the world I wasn't sure where Bulgaria was. Now, I can confidently say it's one of my favorite countries. It has everything you could possibly be looking
Macedonia is not a well known country by US standards, but that should (and probably will) change soon! Rick and I spent a few days in Ohrid, an amazingly small, but lively town right by a lake. Lake Ohrid is
Lake Ohrid straddles the mountainous border between Macedonia and Albania, and is (in my opinion) one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. The strikingly majestic mountains surround the crystal clear waters of Lake Ohrid, which boasts the title
After 11 hours on an overnight and very uncomfortable ferry from Italy, we were thrilled to finally see land ahead. Albania was our first stop on our two month journey through the Balkans, and what an incredible beginning to our
When I hear the word Italy, my mind immediately conjures up vivid images of pizza with a thick layer of cheese, romantic canals of Venice, freshly made pasta, the historical Colosseum of Rome, and of course, the picturesque Amalfi Coast
If you have ever been to the U.S. Virgin Islands (or any of the Virgin Islands, for that matter) you know they are spectacularly beautiful and incredibly relaxing – a perfect getaway from the hustle of everyday life. This summer I
The 4-day, 3-night trek on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu certainly makes the top five list of the most rewarding and challenging things we’ve ever done, but there’s also......
Ladies and Gentlemen. We had, hands down, the best meals of our lives in Lima, Peru. Maido is ranked number 13 out of the world’s best restaurants and is considered......
I spent 4 months living in Strasbourg, France while studying abroad in college and just like everyone else says, studying abroad was one of the best things I did during......
The Bloukrans Bridge is the highest bridge in Africa, and provides a remarkably stunning view of the river and dense green foliage. Some would describe the visit as tranquil, at......
South Africa was our first experience of summer in December. Coming from the US, particularly Colorado, where December means it’s cold, snowy, and the fun thing to do on weekends......
When we booked our flights to South Africa, our 44 hours of travel included an 8-hour layover in Istanbul. We immediately thought AWESOME; let’s cram as much sightseeing as we......