Few travel destinations engage so many passions as does Crete Greece. Dramatic scenery, distinctive vernacular cuisine, and centuries of cultural influence persuade many visitors to this Greek island to extend their stays far longer than intended. [...]
Unforgettable cuisine. World-class wine from ageless, heirloom vines. Tangible links to centuries of history. Sicily's warmth, from its temperate climate and its friendly residents, bids welcome to its guests. Long a destination for winter-weary mainland Europeans, most [...]
The south of France is arguably one of the most stunning regions in the world, and the French Riveria has rightfully earned its title as one of the jewels along the coast. While Nice is often [...]
French food is famous around the world for its simple elegance. Yet, the cuisine of Nice is probably not what most people have in mind when they think of French food. Located on the southern [...]
If you've never been to Barcelona, we'll forgive you if you're thinking that Barcelona is all about mouthwatering tapas washed down with Sangria wine. We're here to assure you that Barcelona is much more than that. It's [...]
If you checked out our Santorini overview post, you may have thought the gorgeous views of the Aegean Sea can't get any more spectacular...until you learn about hiking in Santorini. This hike along the Caldera is [...]
Nothing conjures up glamorous and romantic images more than the French Riviera. As you probably figured after reading our overview of Nice, Nice France is the undisputed Queen of the Riviera, the major destination on [...]
Well-designed buildings stand out no matter where in the world they're located. Some iconic structures practically define a city or region, and are destinations you just have to see during your travels. Barcelona is no [...]
Barcelona, the capital of the Catalonia region of Spain, is known for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, modernist architecture, and art museums dedicated to great Spanish painters such as Picasso and Miro. Barcelona is a city that's [...]
The famous volcanic eruption of Thera not only created the impressive caldera and steep cliffs that support the gorgeous villages of Santorini, it also created Santorini's velvety black, sandy beaches and stunning rock formations. On [...]
