Puglia, Italy was the third weekend trip I took during my month-long stay in Bulgaria, and let me tell you, it’s an absolutely stunning region of Southern Italy that you have to visit. Its iconic towns highlight the best of Puglia’s history, culture, natural beauty, and incredible …
Romania was the second side trip that I took during my month-long stay in Sofia, Bulgaria. I spent a long weekend exploring the vibrant city of Bucharest with a memorable day trip to Transylvania to visit the charming city of Brașov and the legendary Bran Castle, …
During my 6-week adventure through Europe this year, I took a 3-day trip to Thessaloniki, Greece, for my first long weekend getaway from my home base in Sofia, Bulgaria. Greece has always been one of my favorite destinations, and I was thrilled to explore new …
In 2024, I had an epic trip to Europe planned as I would be visiting multiple countries for 6 weeks while having a home base where I’ll be staying for one month – and that was the capital city of Sofia, Bulgaria. The reason we …
During one of my multi-country trips to Europe, I started with a 21-hour layover in Frankfurt, Germany so I took the opportunity to explore the city and have a quick stay overnight in the smallest, bustling metropolis in the world. The Frankfurt airport is a …
The Finger Lakes region in New York is a picturesque area renowned for its stunning natural beauty, charming small towns, and sophisticated wine industry. Named for its long, narrow lakes resembling fingers, the Finger Lakes region offers diverse activities. Visitors can explore historical sites, savor …
As a seasoned traveler, the key to a smooth journey often lies in what you pack in your personal item bag when flying. From essential documents and personal items to those little comforts that make a flight more bearable, packing the right contents can make …
Now that I’ve exhausted most of the exciting road trips I can take in Toronto and the surrounding areas, I’ve decided to venture further to explore our neighbors in New York State – and this time, Lake Placid, for a long weekend getaway. Lake Placid is located …
I’ve delayed writing this specific blog post because even though I was born and raised in Toronto, Canada, I know there are still countless hidden gems waiting to be discovered and I worry that maybe I won’t be doing my city justice. But if you …
Achieving a seamless travel experience involves years of trial and error, extensive research, and personal experiences. Alternatively, you can leverage these essential travel hacks from my blog – learned through my 20+ years of travel – to streamline your adventures without the initial struggle and …
