I was hesitant to visit Lake Como because of its popularity and thought it was probably over-hyped and crowded with tourists, but I was so wrong, and Lake Como became one of my favorite destinations. With charming towns, natural beauty, and a laid-back lake vibe, Lake Como is a dream destination. I’ll give you some travel tips about where to stay and how to get around.
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Dining out in a foreign country can be difficult when you don’t speak the language. This post gives you some advice and tips for reading a menu, ordering, and tipping in Germany. [continue reading]
I love unexpected travel! I was doing my usual airfare sale research (Have you subscribed to get my airfare deals?) and I found a fare to Madrid from Austin for $405 round trip! Yes, $405 with Delta from Austin to Madrid with only one quick stop in Atlanta. Unbelievable! The fare sale happened to line up with J’s birthday, so it would be the perfect way to celebrate.
Check out some of our favorite discoveries in this magnificent Spanish city, and add Madrid to your travel list. [continue reading]
Even though traditional Biergartens are self-service and allow you to bring in food, you’ll find snacks and full meal options in most Munich Beer Gardens. The choices are delicious, particularly after many liters of beer, so I recommend you grab of few of these tasty bites during your Biergarten visit.
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Many travelers are looking for an authentic travel experience, a thing found or personal encounter that will connect them more deeply to a destination, an event or a place that will feel like a new discovery. I’m asked often for travel advice, and many times folks start by saying that they’re “looking for things off the beaten path” or “something non-touristy”. First, let me say that there’s nothing wrong with the “touristy things”. Would you skip the Louvre in Paris because there are too many tourists? There’s a reason “touristy things” are full of tourists – they’re awesome! But, I also understand wanting to find unique experiences and to discover things tucked away that aren’t written about in tour guides, and there are ways to help you find those experiences that are personal to you and to create incredible travel memories.