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You have a passion for travel but don’t want to feel like a tourist. You don’t just visit a destination; you experience life there for one day — or forever….
Lake Bled, Slovenia: Top 5 Things to Do All Year Long
Lake Bled, Slovenia is gorgeous at any time of year. But this sparkling alpine lake, with its island church and clifftop castle, is no longer a hidden gem. To avoid…
Lake Constance Untersee: Hidden Gem in Switzerland
Lake Constance is one of Switzerland’s hidden gems. I spent two perfect days here, taking in the peaceful views and fascinating history. In this post: Where to stay near Lake…
Top Sights in Milan: DaVinci’s Last Supper and the Duomo
It’s possible to see the top sights in Milan in one day, including DaVinci’s Last Supper and the Duomo, Milan’s awe-inspiring cathedral. With a bit of planning ahead, you can…
Opera Trip to Italy: Teatro alla Scala in Milan and Arena di Verona
Going to an opera at Teatro alla Scala in Milan should be on every opera-lover’s wish list. And the summer opera festival in the Arena di Verona is a massive…
Visit Padua: Saint Anthony, Patron Saint of Lost Things
The charming Italian city of Padua rewards visitors with a day of prayer and pilgrimage, devoted to one of the most beloved saints in the Catholic Church: Saint Anthony, patron…
Crow’s Flight: The Greatest Escape of WWII
The Greatest Escape of World War II was a secret for decades. Now, a new book tells the heroic story of The Crow’s Flight. And a hiking tour allows travelers…
Idrija Mercury Mine: UNESCO world heritage in Slovenia
A day trip to the town of Idrija in Slovenia will take you through more than 500 years of UNESCO world heritage: the Idrija mercury mine, lacemaking and delicious dumplings…
Meeting Mountains in Soča Valley, Slovenia
The mountain landscape of the Soča River Valley rewards visitors with breathtaking views at every turn. This region of Slovenia is packed with so much history and farm-to-table food. But…
Planning A Trip to Slovenia
If you are planning to visit Slovenia and its charming capital, Ljubljana, you’ve come to the right place. Here are my top tips for booking air travel, reserving hotels and…
How to Search for your Ancestors in Slovenia
After more than a decade of searching for my ancestors in Slovenia, I found help in a most unexpected place: Facebook. In this post, I’ll share what I’ve learned about…
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