I love visiting Split in December. There is something about arriving in the morning and finding the entire city glowing under a cloudless blue sky. This weekend getaway felt like stepping into a pocket of early summer. From my room at the Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, the views stretched endlessly across the Adriatic. Below me, the marina was dotted...

Copenhagen is a city that won’t leave you unfazed. It’s a city where the feeling of happiness seeps over into every fiber of your being. In a lot of ways the Danes live a superior quality of life than other countries so whether you enjoy food, design, architecture or culture, there is lots to be impressed by. We spent a...

There’s something magical about autumn light in Mostar, that gentle warmth that softens the stones and deepens every color. Today, I wandered through the old town as the sun lingered above the Neretva, bathing the cobblestones in warm light. Kriva Cuprija, translated the “Crooked Bridge”, looked especially beautiful beneath its canopy of amber leaves. Smaller and quieter than the famous...

There are few places where a simple lunch feels like a moment of pure serenity, and WIPPL’s Hofbergstub’n, perched on a hillside overlooking Riegersburg Castle, is one of them. I visited with my family on a crisp autumn afternoon, and from the moment we arrived, the view took center stage. The terrace opens to a sweeping panorama of rolling valleys,...

Ever found yourself melting into a puddle on vacation, wondering if those TikTok hacks actually work? Trust me, I’ve been there. From sweltering Southeast Asian markets to scorching European summers, I’ve endured enough heat to know what’s pure marketing fluff and what actually saves you from heatstroke. So, let’s talk about beating the heat when you travel, not with vague...

As my summer vacation continued, I found myself enjoying Umag where i was stationed, more and more. While Umag is known for its laid-back vibe, scenic promenade, and summer festivals, one place stood out and truly shaped my experience: a beachside restaurant called La Capannina. This wasn’t just any restaurant, it became a little happy place for me. I dined...

I am back from vacation. This summer, I set out to recharge by the sea, and I found the perfect place to do just that in Umag, Croatia, which i had visited just recently. Nestled on the Istrian coast, Umag was my peaceful home base, offering crystal-clear waters, delicious seafood, and laid-back Adriatic charm. But one hot summer day, I...

A common belief holds that swimming during midday, specifically between 10 AM and 4 PM, is inherently dangerous due to peak sun exposure. Many people avoid the water entirely during these hours, or restrict themselves to shaded areas, missing out on what can be a truly refreshing and often less crowded experience. While the sun’s intensity is indeed highest, dismissing...

It is always a challenge to escape the summer season here in Mostar. It is also a challenge to find new places where you can escape to when the heat in the city just gets a little bit too much.luckily we found such a place south of Mostar this past weekend. It is a restaurant called Laks and is also...

My sister and her family took a little adventure to one of northern Italy’s most picturesque spots, Miramare Castle, just outside of Trieste. I wanted to share some of her images from this place. Perched above the sparkling blue Adriatic Sea, this 19th-century castle is the kind of place that looks like it was pulled straight from a fairy tale,...