If you only have one full day in Edinburgh, we have some tips on how to make the most of Scotland’s capital. The city is compact and walkable, but some attractions may require a short Uber ride. This itinerary includes iconic sights such as Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, a detour to the beautiful Royal Botanic Garden, and a mix of local cuisine and…
Glasgow often flies under the radar for visitors heading to Scotland, but if you spend even a single day here you’ll see why it’s worth your time. When we were walking around it felt like the New York City of Scotland. It has grit and charm, mixing Victorian architecture with urban energy, a vibrant food scene, and plenty of green spaces to balance out the…
Eating in Edinburgh turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip. The city is full of lively pubs, quirky cafes, and casual spots. While we also sampled some fine-dining options on this trip, this post is all about trying traditional Scottish dishes and comfort food while exploring the Old Town on foot. We’ll also tell you where to go for the best…
Copenhagen is beautiful, walkable, and full of character, but it is not a cheap city. Even before we landed, our flight attendant warned us that food and drinks would be shockingly expensive. He was right. With a bit of planning fueled by wanderlust, however, it was totally possible to see many of the highlights in one day without spending excessively. Here is how we structured our…
I wanted to visit Andorra because I am fascinated by tiny countries, how they maintain independence, and how they became micro-nations in the first place. So, on our most recent visit to Barcelona I jumped at the opportunity to add the small mountain nation of Andorra to our list of UN countries. Now that the trip is complete, I have to say the experience absolutely…
Over the last decade, we’ve dreamed of traveling to Southeast Asia together, but the distance and price of airfare always held us back. My budget journeys to the other side of the world over a decade ago involved a lot of slow travel that we just aren’t able to do these days. So we saved our pennies and finally started planning the Big Trip when…
Dining in Copenhagen is shockingly expensive, but it is possible to taste many of the city’s best bites in one day by creating a self-guided walking tour. We sampled pastries, traditional Danish specialties, and a few international options on a route that allowed us to explore this beautiful city on foot. Everything was so good, no exaggeration, all expectations were exceeded. Here are the 10…
When you book a business class ticket, you expect a premium experience that feels consistently better than economy or premium economy. Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) offers an upgrade bidding process that sometimes makes business class super affordable. But does it deliver enough to justify the extra cost? We recently flew SAS business class on the Airbus A350 from Washington Dulles (IAD) to Copenhagen (CPH). We’ll tell…
Are you dreaming of visiting storybook old towns in Northern Europe? This one-week Baltic itinerary is designed for travelers who want to explore four unique capital cities in just one week in Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Each city is walkable and filled with history, culture, and great food. We’ve included practical tips and honest suggestions based on our own experiences in the region.
If you’re planning a trip to Riga and wondering where to stay, we found a hotel with a central location, walkable access to the city’s top attractions, a top-rated spa, and one of the best rooftop bars in town. The Radisson Blu Latvija Conference and Spa Hotel should definitely be on your radar, but while we’d definitely stay here again, it wasn’t perfect. Here’s our…
