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Buenos Aires is a fascinating city and according to many lists, the most visited city in South America. On a recent trip to Argentina, I decided to explore four sites that don’t appear on many “must do” lists or are at the bottom of lists, but I think they deserve a higher ranking. El Zanjón de Granados El…
There are places that I visit once, soak in, enjoy, and store in my memory banks. Then there are places we go back to over and over again. For me, the best example of this kind of relationship is the one I have with Vancouver, Canada. Not only do I love Vancouver, but I’ve been…
Portugal, as I’ve shared over the last few weeks, is an incredible up-and-coming European destination. Lisbon and Porto are both vibrant, fun cities with plenty to recommend them. The Douro Valley beckons those in search of great food and local wine. The clock seems to be ticking on the yet unspoiled reaches of Portugal, however,…
Central Portugal is rich in history, from the Roman era through modern-day. Between Porto and Lisbon, the main highway winds through rugged hills and small towns that beckon. While the two big cities are often the top of a Portugal itinerary, the central part of the country is absolutely worth a jaunt, whether just for…
Porto is Portugal’s second city, located in the northern half of the country. Home to the port industry that that put Portugal on the map, Porto is a thriving city set on the steeply terraced banks of the Douro River. The old city is home to the Romanesque Porto Cathedral, one of the city’s oldest…
Someone once told me to pay attention when I kept hearing about a destination from multiple people. Over the last year, that destination has been Portugal. From the sunny beach-strewn Algarve and the hilly, colorful streets of Lisbon, to the rugged northern hill towns and the steeply terraced Douro Valley, Portugal beckons. One of the…
At the far end of (Middle) Earth lies what Lonely Planet has long referred to as “the coolest little capital.” Wellington, New Zealand, capital of this tiny island country, packs a punch that a lot of visitors tend to skip it in favour of Taupo and Queenstown. I’m here – as a former short-term resident…
Edinburgh, Scotland is a vibrant, modern city with a rich history and cultural heritage. It lies at the southern edge of the Firth of Forth, on Scotland’s east coast. Edinburgh’s history dates back to prehistoric times. The modern city sprung up in the Middle Ages, as a small settlement on Castle Rock. It became a…
Over the last few decades, Dublin, Ireland has catapulted itself into the cosmopolitan city scene. It’s never been truly under the radar, however thanks to a surge in Irish tourism, it’s enjoying a lingering moment in the spotlight. I adore Dublin. My first visit was as a teenager, with my parents and brothers on a…
Melbourne, Australia may be Australia’s Second City to Sydney, but it has a unique culture and vibe all its own. Melbourne’s city center is often described as more European than Australian, with abundant walkable avenues and a verdant waterfront. With four distinct seasons (sometimes in one day), it even feels more like Europe. For the…
