Sunset is a fantastic time of day to see Trieste in Italy, all lit up, and can be a photographer’s dream. One of the best places to see the sunset is along the coast, especially on the pier at Molo Audace, which extends into the Adriatic Sea. Molo Audace is a 200 m-long stone pier…
After reading a local guide for things to see near Ruse, Basarbovo Monastery jumped out. The pictures were stunning, and it seemed different for a monastery. This is a unique place and the only cave monastery in Bulgaria’s modern history. Our day trip was great, creating some good stories and helping us relearn some life…
Central Market Hall, or Nagy Vásárcsarnok, is a fantastic place to visit in Budapest, the capital of Hungary. It’s not one of the city’s big-box tourist attractions; however, it is well worth visiting. Sadly, it isn’t dog-friendly; thus, Henry stayed at home. A visit is especially handy if you are backpacking or on a self-catering…
There are many options for dining out in Ljubljana, including fantastic bars and restaurants. This includes trendy eateries, posh restaurants, and some serving traditional Slovenian cuisine. Ljubljana has a cool bar and cafe scene with many options, including some by the river with outside seating. We found many establishments to be dog-friendly and serve nice…
Celje Castle in Slovenia is a must-visit attraction in the city and is rather quiet during the autumn months. The walk through the forest to reach Celje Castle is very nice, and the views from the towers of the medieval fortress are spectacular. This is especially true when the autumn leaves are changing. The castle…
Overlooking Lake Bled in Slovenia is Bled Castle, an interesting place to visit with fantastic views of the lake below. Bled Castle is a popular sightseeing spot and can get busy, especially the viewpoints. The castle’s museum mainly covers the history and geology of the lake. This is the oldest Slovenian castle and is currently…
The Royal Hospital Chelsea in London is a fantastic place to visit for a tour or an event. Royal Hospital Chelsea was founded as an almshouse, in the ancient sense of the word “hospital”. The grounds are 66 acres in size on Royal Hospital Road in Chelsea. Royal Hospital Chelsea History and Chelsea Pensioners Residents…
Sighișoara, Romania, offers many bars and restaurants, many of which serve traditional Romanian cuisine. There are many nice eateries inside Sighișoara Citadel, so you can enjoy the views of the old town. However, there are also some just outside the fortress walls. There are also some nice bars and cafes to stop at for a…
St Michael’s Church is one of Cluj-Napoca’s iconic buildings, located in Unirii Square in the city’s heart. It took me a while to visit the Catholic church properly, as it had been under repair during all my previous visits and was wrapped in scaffolding. The church is known locally as Catedrala Romano-Catolică Sfântul Mihail. It…
The River Severn is the longest river in the UK, and I’ve been lucky enough to live within miles of it for lots of my life. I’ve also visited or rowed along the river in many places, including towns and cities. It’s a fantastic place to walk the Severn Way or relax on the banks….
After nearly five years of usage, I decided to review my OEX Vallo EXP 70:80 rucksack/backpack, as it is rather good. I purchased the OEX backpack in the summer of 2020 for a camping trip to Cornwall with my dog. However, since then, the rucksack has covered quite a few miles; it has visited 13…
London is a brilliant city to visit in the run-up to Christmas, with lots going on. You’ll find plenty of Christmas markets, festive decorations, Christmas lights, and special events. I’ve visited London over the festive period a few times, including most recently and when I lived in the city. The lights and decorations throughout the…
Croatia offers many beer options, including refreshing Croatian beers. These include mainstream beers and craft beers. I’ve enjoyed the popular beers in Croatia, including Karlovačko, PAN, and Ožujsko. There are also some small craft beer producers in Croatia which offer something different. I found these to be harder to find in the bars I visited….
There are many nice places to visit on the River Danube, including some fantastic cities, capitals and smaller towns. It is Europe’s second-longest river, after the Volga in Russia. It meanders through lots of countries in Central and Southeastern Europe. I’ve been lucky enough to walk along parts of the River Danube. It runs through…
One of the most spectacular places to walk to in Mali Lošinj is Tematski Vidikovac Providenca. Tematski Vidikovac Providenca is a fantastic viewpoint above the town of Mali Lošinj in Croatia. It is near the top of a peak called Umpiljak, which overlooks the town, the nearby sea, and other islands in the archipelago. Where…
One of the most popular places to visit in Rome is the Pantheon, an ancient church. It is easier to visit on weekdays; however, there is often a queue to go inside this splendid church. It is one of the top attractions in Rome because of its history and how well preserved it is. The…
Vatican City is a fantastic place to visit, with many lavish buildings and a fascinating history. There are quite a few free tourist attractions to see while exploring the area. St Peter’s Square is an enjoyable place for a walk amongst the sights. Vatican City, the smallest country in the world, is a country within…
The Altar of the Fatherland, or Altare della Patria, in Rome, is a fantastic place to visit, and the highlight is the viewpoint. This is a mostly free attraction in Rome, unless you want to ride the elevator to the panoramic viewing platform at the very top. The Altar of the Fatherland is a grand…