Croatia is a country with picturesque landscapes, vibrant cities, towering mountains, and a crystalline coastline. It’s a hidden gem, with incredible diversity and so much to see and do. The unique geography of the country means that you can go from shopping in a bustling city to swimming in an emerald lake in no time…
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Best of Ireland Adventure 2019
An Adventure Sparked by a Surprising DNA test Earlier this year, my entire family did our DNA tests. Before mailing my tube to the lab, I wrote down what I predicted my genetic makeup to be. All of my life, I was told that I was German and Norweigan with a little bit of French and…
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Best Adventure Travel Tips Ourense Spain – Thermal Baths, Bridges, and Tapas Galicia
I fell in love with Spain twenty years ago when I lived in Madrid. I rekindled that love after this fall with another adventure on the Camino de Santiago. After my second Camino Frances, I decided to treat myself to two days of R&R in a jewel of a town, Ourense, located on the Miño River…
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Camino de Santiago Spain – The French Way Video Recap
Camino de Santiago Spain - The French Way Video You may have heard of the Camino de Santiago (St. James Way) in Spain whether it was from the famous author Paulo Coelho and his book, The Pilgrimage, or via the movie 'The Way' featuring Martin Sheen. Over the last six months, I have had the…
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Alpine Summer Adventure in Switzerland
Experience the beauty of hiking through a real-life fairytale in the Swiss Alps. Hiking the Swiss Alps and experiencing its natural beauty is something that never leaves you. From the wildflowers in bloom and soaring peaks to goats, marmots, and glaciers, there are so many ah-ha moments in Switzerland that will take you to new…
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Three New Adventures in Madrid Not to Miss – Seeing Madrid With New Eyes after 20 Years
Have you ever returned to a special place and witnessed it with new eyes? I’m sure I’m not alone in this unless you are a hermit crab. No offense hermits out there, but come on. It is healthy to get out of the house, your norm, and experience a new place or even a familiar…
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Adventure Guide for the Camino de Santiago – 6 Travel Tips for the Camino
Why the Camino de Santiago? Listed as one of seven secular pilgrimages that will change your life by CNN, the Camino de Santiago (St. James Way) in northern Spain has been on my adventure list for years. This spring, a group of adventurous Camino Amigos and I joined forces to do the French Way. Summary…
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5 Outdoor Adventures in Scotland You Must Not Miss
Although I have had the opportunity to travel to Scotland, I cannot call myself an expert. So, I've asked my peer intrepid traveler and writer, Kathi Kamleitner, to give us her advice on the 5 outdoor adventures that no one should miss. Scotland Adventures with Kathi Ahoy! Scotland is an incredibly diverse holiday destination. While many…
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3 Hidden Gems in Russia
Where does someone begin with a country as large as Russia, especially if you want to see its hidden gems? Because I prefer seeing the lesser-known, off-the-beaten-track places of a culture rather than ONLY the top-ranked on TripAdvisor, I've asked travel bloggers, Campbell and Alya of StingyNomads.com, to assist. They will highlight three hidden gems…
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3 Hidden Gems in Germany
Although I have traveled to Germany and my name is Heidi, I'm not qualified to give you travel tips or off-the-beaten-path recommendations. However, I knew exactly the right woman for the job. My peer travel writer and photography, Varsha Kulkarni-Gawai, will share with us her top three hidden gems in Germany. Time to discovery Germany with…
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