Celebrating King’s Day in Amsterdam was such a fun and unforgettable experience. The festivities kicked off on Friday night and lasted all through Saturday, with the entire city turning into a massive party. Everywhere you looked, people were dressed in orange—the national color—and the streets were packed with music, dancing, and endless energy. We spent
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Visiting the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam was one of the highlights of our time in the city. It’s massive—spanning several floors and centuries of Dutch and global art—and we spent hours wandering through its halls. The museum’s layout takes you through the Dutch Golden Age with masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Frans Hals. Rembrandt’s The Night
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Driving around the Snæfellsnes Peninsula was like stepping into another world—beautiful, dramatic, and absolutely freezing. We hit all the classic stops: Kirkjufell and its waterfall, the black church at Búðir, the cliffs at Arnarstapi, the jagged basalt at Londrangar, and the lava fields that stretch endlessly across the land. Each spot felt like something out
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The Blue Lagoon was the very first thing we did after getting off the flight, and honestly, we can’t think of a better way to kick off a trip to Iceland. After a long flight, stepping into the warm, mineral-rich waters surrounded by black lava rocks and rising steam felt like the ultimate welcome. The
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Split was the perfect place to slow down and enjoy a more relaxed pace after weeks of constant travel. We loved that we weren’t in the thick of tourist season yet—no big crowds, just locals going about their day and a calm energy around the city. We walked everywhere, winding through the narrow stone streets
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Sarajevo is a city unlike any other, where East meets West in a blend of Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, and Slavic influences that shape its streets, architecture, and culture. Walking through the city felt like stepping into different time periods all at once, from the cobbled alleyways of Baščaršija, the old bazaar filled with shops selling copperware
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Dubrovnik is one of the most stunning coastal cities we’ve ever visited, with its perfectly preserved medieval walls, red-roofed buildings, and breathtaking Adriatic views. This historic city, known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” has a fascinating past as an independent maritime republic that once rivaled Venice in power and influence. Walking along the massive
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Podgorica may not be the most famous capital in Europe, but it was interesting to explore and gave us a unique glimpse into Montenegro’s history and daily life. The city has a long and complex past, having been influenced by the Romans, Ottomans, and Yugoslav rule before becoming the capital of an independent Montenegro. As
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Tirana was a fascinating city to explore, full of history, colorful streets, and a unique blend of architectural styles. Albania’s capital has transformed dramatically over the years, shaking off its communist past to become a lively and dynamic destination. As we walked around the city, we admired the mix of Ottoman, Italian, and brutalist communist-era
Andorra was an incredible destination, offering a mix of natural beauty, history, and charm. Our time in Andorra la Vella, the capital city, was a great introduction to the country. We spent a lot of time exploring the narrow streets and unique shops, but the highlight of the day was definitely our visit to the
