Lanzarote, one of the Canary Islands, wins everyone over with its beautiful beaches, black lava fields, and living volcanoes that offer magical views. If you enjoy great weather and love beautiful beaches, Lanzarote is your spot. If you want to go to a magical place, where the land radiates peace, warmth,…
Whitsunday Island and Whitehaven Beach, welcome to paradise
Have you heard of Whitsunday Island and Whitehaven Beach? A paradise on Australia's East Coast that you simply can't leave off your itinerary. Ready to dive in? The 100+ islands of the Whitsunday archipelago make up one of the most stunning national parks along the Queensland coast. Even though it's not directly…
Cairns: A gateway to Australia's Great Barrier Reef
If you want to experience all the wonders of Australia's Great Barrier Reef, I know the ultimate base camp for you: Cairns. But wait, there's more… Just north of Cairns, two titans meet: the largest living organism on the planet, the Great Barrier Reef, and the oldest tropical rainforest on Earth, the 'Daintree Rainforest'. A…
Magnetic Island: The best way to spot wild koalas
If you want to see wild koalas and kick back on stunning white-sand beaches, don't miss Magnetic Island on Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Why Magnetic Island: In search of Koalas. One of our main goals on our trip to Australia was spotting wild koalas. This famous marsupial, well known across…
The Great Barrier Reef at Lady Elliot Island: You'll never want to leave the water
Discover the sheer size of the Great Barrier Reef by snorkeling or scuba diving around Lady Elliot Island, a tiny, remote island in Australia. During our road trip along Australia's East Coast, many locals we chatted with asked about our itinerary. And almost every single one, upon hearing we'd be wrapping up our…
Strolling through Florence: What to see and where to eat like a true Tuscan
Whether you're into art or not, Florence is an absolute must-see for your bucket list. The birthplace of the Renaissance and the tastiest Tuscan dishes are waiting for you. In Florence, you can wander along narrow cobblestone streets, soaking up the shade on hot summer afternoons, all while looking up to take in…
Tuscany Road Trip: Siena and Val d'Orcia
Discover the real Tuscany road trip you've seen in the movies, right from your own car. Siena, San Gimignano, and the Val d'Orcia won't let you down. When you type “Tuscany” into Google Images, you find rolling green meadows with gentle curves. Like turtle shells layered one after another until the horizon fades from view, dotted with…
Ilha Grande: Trekking and Dream Beaches off the Coast of Rio de Janeiro
If you love pure, untouched nature, enjoy trekking, and love the feeling of white sand between your toes, don't think twice. This Brazilian island, just off the coast of Rio de Janeiro, offers the perfect blend of paradise beaches and stunning trails through the Atlantic forest for everyone…