If decadent cuisine (think truffle mashed potatoes), local Croatian wine varietals (like orange wine) and spectacular scenery sound like your ideal components for a perfect vacation, then you’re going to love Istria, Croatia.  Often referred to as “The New Tuscany,” I prefer to think of Istria as a similar yet unique region that’s distinctly Croatian—and […]

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Many Portugal road trip itineraries only make it as far north as the lovely (yet undeniably touristy) city of Porto. Don’t make this mistake. Continue on a bit further and you’ll discover the historic region of Minho Portugal. Here, rolling vineyards, charming towns, and golden sand beaches combine to set the scene for a romantic […]

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What do you do during long layovers or delays at the airport? While we try to get in some airport yoga or a short walk through the terminal, the reality is we end up at a mediocre bar where we spend too much money on fatty food and overpriced beer. Actually doing yoga at the […]

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The Douro Valley immediately shot to the top of our travel bucket list the moment we decided to celebrate our six-year anniversary in Portugal. Luckily, this spectacular wine region did not disappoint—not did the ultra-luxurious hotel The Vintage House.      From the rolling green hills to the rushing Douro River to the lush vineyards […]

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If you’re planning a road trip through Croatia, then chances are Plitvice Lakes National Park is high on your bucket list. This fairytale setting of aquamarine water, dazzling waterfalls, colorful dragonflies and scenic woodlands is one of Croatia’s most renowned tourist attractions—clearly for a good reason.     You’ll have to share the picture-perfect scenery […]

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If you’re planning a visit to Croatia, then chances are Dubrovnik has a spot on your travel itinerary. Considered by many to be one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Dubrovnik offers stunning views, picture-perfect beaches, fascinating medieval architecture and plenty of adventure activities. Dubrovnik is also home to many locations used to film […]

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  It’s no secret that, given our travel lifestyle, we’ve stayed in countless hotels, hostels, resorts and apartments of all shapes, sizes and prices around the world. Throughout this time, we’ve learned that our favorite kind of accommodation is the small luxury hotel. The type of place that’s more like a friend’s guesthouse than a […]

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The Douro Valley makes a dramatic first impression. With its rolling green hills, a mighty river, and lush vineyards and olive groves, it’s hard to imagine a better backdrop for sipping fine Douro Valley wines. The world’s oldest demarcated wine region, Douro Valley wines are extraordinary—despite the unmerciful environment in which they grow. Yes, the […]

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Road trips are one of our favorite ways to explore a new destination. Yes, it’s easy to get around much of Europe with public transportation, but having four wheels offers another level of freedom and flexibility—while also making off-the-beaten-track gems more accessible. Our Portugal road trip marked our fourth Europe road trip, so we decided […]

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India is one of those destinations that we think every traveler should visit at least once in their lifetime. For starters, it’s a country that makes you feel just about every emotion all in one day: stress, wonder, joy, overwhelm. It’s a place overflowing with mouthwatering cuisine, exotic smells, mesmerizing monuments, and friendly Indians who […]

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