Europe

Vigeland Sculpture Park Norway is a remarkably beautiful country, and one of the most incredible cities I have ever been to is Oslo. Oslo has wonderful museums, architecture, and fantastic cultural experiences that are hard to come by for an American. If you are looking to spend 2 Days in Oslo, here are some of my favorite things to do in the city! Being the capital of Norway, Oslo has quite a mixture of city life and culture that you can find right at your fingertips. If y

Looking to explore Norway but are limited on time? Norway in a Nutshell is a great way to experience two cities via the scenic route. There are so many different ways to explore Norway, and this is a great place to start and to experience two amazing cities: Bergen and Oslo, while still having time for excursions to view a lot of amazing nature walks along the way. Brekkefossen Waterfall in Flam How to Book the Tour: There are a few ways to book Norway in a Nutshell. You can

Belgium is rumored to be one of the "sleepiest cities" in Europe, but I found Belgium to be a great stop along the way. I would recommend spending 2-3 days exploring Brussels and taking a day trip to the nearby towns. If you have a moment, I think Brussels is worth exploring, and here is why! 1) Witness the iconic Mannekin Pis and his plentiful outfits If there is one thing to see in Brussels, you have to visit the famous Mannekin Pis. The Mannekin Pis is a statue of a young

Amsterdam is a small city in Europe where walking or biking is the best remedy. Here are some wonderful things to do in Amsterdam! If you are going to be doing many things on this list, I would recommend purchasing the Go City Pass. I purchased the Go City Pass (Essentials Pass), which allowed me to visit 3 top attractions. I chose: Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam Canal Cruise, and Bike Rental Amsterdam. It saved me some time and money. 1) Bike the streets of Amsterdam One of the most

One of the most magical places I have ever been to is Edinburgh, Scotland. As the original place that inspired the story of Harry Potter, Edinburgh has everything from castles, churches, beautiful hikes, unique eats, literary monuments, and free museums! It is a place that I could find myself returning to again and again just to experience the magic one more time! 1) Edinburgh Castle Our first site on this list is the Edinburgh Castle. Although I do admit that the castle is n

Berlin is rich in culture with diverse foods, sites, languages, and expats. I truly enjoyed wandering the streets of Berlin. Here are my top 10 things to do in the city! 1) Go on a walking tour with the Famous Insider's Walk The Insider's walk was one of my favorite things to do in Berlin. It was fascinating to learn about the city's history. You will get to see the Berliner Dom , Nazi Book Burning Site at Bebelplaza, Hitler's Bunker Site (a parking lot), Memorial to the Murd

Are you looking for fun in a magical winter wonderland? Vienna is the right place for you :) Here are some fun things to do during winter in Vienna. 1) Christmas Markets Let's face it. When you are traveling to Europe in Winter, the best thing to see and do is definitely to visit Christmas Markets. There are numerous locations to find Christmas Markets in Vienna, e.g., in front of Maria Theresien Square, Belvedere Palace, and Rathaus. Christmas markets are a fantastic place t

Ready for a road trip in beautiful Iceland? The Golden Circle is a perfect day trip for those who may be short on time but still want to see the beauty and wonders of Icelandic nature. Driving in Iceland Iceland is a fairly easy country to get around in. Since there are more animals (like sheep) living on the island than there are people, the stress of traffic is not much of a concern. For my fellow Americans, you should be cautioned to know that like most countries in Euro

Got a layover? Or looking to explore the capital of Iceland? Reykjavik is a city of wonder and exploration. Although it is a smaller city, it has a charm to it even in the fall/winter. Here are my favorite things to do and discover in the capital city of Reykjavik! 1) Visit the tallest church, Hallgrimskirkja View from the top of Hallgrimskirkja One of my favorite landmarks in the city is Hallgrimskirkja. Hallgrimskirkja is the largest church in Iceland. It also contains the

Ireland and Northern Ireland, two regions where nature, folklore, and adventure meet. These beautiful regions have a wide variety for nature lovers and everyone alike. Here are some of my favorite experiences I got to have in Ireland! 1) Explore an Ancient Irish Castle and Kiss the Blarney Stone The Blarney Castle and Gardens is one of my favorite places to see in Ireland. This unique castle was finished in 1446 and contains the legend of the Blarney Stone. For over 200 year

Whether you are on your way to the ancient city of Athens or visiting the beautiful islands of Greece, Greek Food will be an ongoing and gracious experience for anyone visiting the gorgeous country or wanting to try new food! 1) Souvlaki: Type of Food: Main Entree Souvlaki (Beef or Chicken) is a traditional fast food dish (typically served on a skewer) with slices of meat. It varies from place to place how they serve it, whether it be with French fries, tzatziki sauce, or

Obsessed with Greek mythology? Ready to explore the places where ancient philosophers and other Ancient Greeks roamed the streets? Here is a list of our favorite sites to explore in ancient Greece! 1) Athens: Athens, the beautiful and ancient capital city of Greece, has an intriguing history and the most incredible historical sites. The most popular and well know of these sites is called the Acropolis. The Acropolis (seen in the first picture) is an archaeological site whe