“Wild Atlantic Way” is a great marketing slogan and an accurate descriptor of Ireland’s west coast, but is so broad a term that it can be confusing for prospective Ireland road trippers.
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Three Delightful Days in Dublin
Dublin’s weather mirrors the larger experience of traveling in the Irish capital: Bipolar but not quite schizophrenic, fierce both in its beauty and in more occasional bouts of unpleasantness.
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4 Surprising Spots on my Switzerland Bucket List
I’ve spent a lot of time in Switzerland, and probably understand the country on a deeper level than the average non-Swiss person, but there are still tons of well-known places I need to visit.
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Three Superb Days in St. Petersburg
Here’s how to make the most of three days in St. Petersburg, no matter where you’re coming from before you get there.
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Three Marvelous Days in Moscow
Three days in Moscow provided me a nuanced impression of the city, albeit one I want to build upon with future visits.
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How to Get a Russia Visa
One of the many reasons I held off visiting Russia as long as I did was the complicated visa process.
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Russia and Rubicons
“Triumphant” is a good word to sum up my impression of Russia.
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Three Breathtaking Days in Bergen
Europe’s supposedly wettest city is a constant source of sunshine as I look back on my travels.
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Iceland’s Diamond Beach
Iceland aptly-nicknamed “Diamond Beach” is not one in the same with the glacier lagoon, even if both share the same icebergs.
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Three Days in Belgrade
Belgrade is one of the most talked-about cities in Europe, and although I’m not normally one to believe hype, I had a good feeling about it.
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