Munich: Bavaria’s Beautiful Capital City
Some cities impress you with a single landmark. Munich impresses you with an entire lifestyle. Elegant yet relaxed, historic yet modern, Munich effortlessly blends royal palaces, leafy parks, world-class museums, traditional beer gardens, and a vibrant city atmosphere. It’s a…
Day trip from Munich – LEGOLAND
If you’re looking for a family-friendly adventure just outside Munich, LEGOLAND is one of the best day trips in Bavaria. Packed with colorful rides, detailed LEGO creations, and enough brick-built magic to entertain both kids and nostalgic adults, it’s the…
Hustopeče: South Moravia’s Almond Blossom Secret
Tucked away in South Moravia, less than an hour from Brno, lies one of the country’s most surprising destinations: Hustopeče, a charming wine town famous for its almond orchards, rolling hills, and spectacular spring blossoms. The town is home to…
Peschiera del Garda and camping Bella Italia
During summer we spent several days in the campsite by the lake Garda called Bella Italia. The camping is situated in a small town Peschiera del Garda, which turned out to be the perfect base — small enough to feel…
Cycling to Sirmione – Lake Garda day trip
If you’re staying in Peschiera del Garda, one of the best adventures you can have is hopping on a bike and following the lakeside path to Sirmione—arguably the jewel of Lake Garda. It’s an easy, scenic ride (about 12–15 km…
Caorle – top things to see and do
Caorle sits between Venice and Trieste. We visited it during our stay at San Francesco Camping in Duna Verde. We took our bikes and set off for a 10‑kilometre ride. Even though the cycle path leads through parks and is…
Day in Verona – what to do and see
Verona had been on my bucket list for a long time. We squeezed in a visit between our Lido di Jesolo stay and the Lake Garda trip during the summer break. A hot summer day wasn’t exactly ideal for sightseeing,…
Castello di Duino: history, views, and practical tips for visiting
Castello di Duino is an interesting historical site in northeastern Italy. Located just 20 km from Trieste, it is an ideal day trip if you’re staying in Trieste or Udine. Or ideally, both as we did! The castle stands on…
A walk through Trieste: From hilltop views to the sea in one day
Trieste is in Italy’s far northeast, right between Slovenia and the Adriatic Sea. You feel its mix of cultures as soon as you arrive. The buildings look a bit like Vienna, the food has Balkan flavors, and the sea breeze…
