First time in Amsterdam – 10 things you must do

view of the canal in Amsterdam from Centraal train station

Amsterdam is a vibrant and unique European city, and definitely one of my favorites. Even though it’s most famous for its tolerant approach of using soft drugs and legal prostitution, Netherlands’ capital has much more going for it than just coffeeshops and Red Light district. Amsterdam has incredible architecture, over 70 museums and 165 canals, […]

Visiting the Alhambra in Granada, Spain

When I decided to travel to Granada in Spain, I knew that visiting the Alhambra will be on top of my Granada itinerary. The famous Moorish Palace complex is one of the most popular attractions in Spain. It’s estimated that each year close to 2 million people visit the Alhambra. For many, it’s the main […]

Tips for a great road trip with a dog

dog standing in front of the seven mile bridge in florida

Leaving my dog Penny behind, is the only thing I dislike about traveling. With flying out of the question, I try to include her in most of my smaller trips, which in some way made me quite experienced at doing a road trip with a dog. We’ve had many weekend getaways over the years, and […]

Island hopping in Belize with Raggamuffin Tours

straw huts on a tiny island Randezvous Caye in Belize

I first learned about the 3 day/2 night sailing trip with Raggamuffin Tours in Belize, when I considered it my next destination. I heard great things about it, and this small Central American country was one of the destinations we considered for our next winter getaway. That’s when I came across an article from one […]