Tag: Travel
Bratislava, Slovakia – Top 10 Things To See and Do
While Johann Strauss’ “The Blue Danube” may conjure up the vision of a beautiful waltz in Vienna, another hidden gem lies along the Danube River in Slovakia. While the Danube is not actually blue and Vienna is 80km west, there is good reason to add Bratislava, Slovakia to your itinerary. Bordering the Czech Republic,…
Hvar, Croatia – Best Things To See And Do
With its white-washed architecture, cobbled streets and clear blue Adriatic waters, it is no wonder Hvar is called “The Queen of the Dalmatian Islands”. Situated just 48km off the coast of Split, Croatia, Hvar is the fourth largest of Croatia’s 1,100 coastal islands and a favorite of locals, celebrities and backpackers. Easily reachable in under…
Prague – 14 Top Things To See and Do In Winter
Ahh, Prague … The “City of a Hundred Spires”! What is there not to like about Prague? From its Old Town Square, cobbled streets, horse drawn carriages, beautiful architecture to the Prague Castle and the Charles Bridge spanning the Vitava River – it is truly one of Europe’s finest cities. We doubt you could throw…
EU Parliament Approves Croatia To Schengen Zone
European Parliament Approves Croatia’s Admission To Schengen Zone The European Parliament has cleared the way for the admission of Croatia to the bloc’s passport-free Schengen zone, leaving the final decision in the hands of the EU’s government leaders.
Split Croatia – 10 Best Things To See And Do
There are few places in the world quite like Split. The beauty of the Adriatic Sea combined with ancient history leads to one fun filled adventure, which is why it has become one of the best places to visit for travelers of all ages. Featuring a mix of modern life with ruins dating back to…
Venice, Italy – Best Things To Do In A Day
“La Serenissima”, the serene city. That is how Italians refer to Venice, Italy.While much has been written about Venice, it is only when you visit you begin to truly understand the city’s connection to La Serenissima. Looking beyond the streets, the piazza and campos filled with tourists, you will find a city draped in history and…
Pula, Croatia – The Best Things To See And Do
Pula, the little Rome of Croatia. With an intriguing ancient Roman history dating to 46 BC under Julius Caesar, Pula remains a hidden gem among Croatia’s more popular destinations. It’s well preserved Roman structures are some of the best found in Europe. Situated on the coast of the Adriatic Sea at the southern tip of…
Five Ideas For Leftover Pasta
Reprinted From La Cucina Italiana Five Ideas That Take Leftover Pasta To New Heights Recently, we ran across this pasta article in La Cucina Italiana in honor of Stop Waste Food Day that we want to share. Yes, you can always nuke up some leftover pasta – but these five ideas will transform leftovers into…
How To Translate Text In Five Easy Steps Using Your iPhone’s Camera
Have you ever been frustrated trying to translate a menu, sign or instructions using Google Translate? Apple has provided an easy way to instantly translate text in just five easy steps. Here’s how- Step 1 Open The Camera App On Your iPhone Step 2 Frame The Text You Want To Translate and Tap The Selection Icon…
Canada Drops COVID Vaccine Requirements
Good News From Canada! It is finally joining other countries in relaxing COVID pandemic-related protocols. Effective 01 October 2022, Canada will no longer require arriving travelers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 nor undergo pre-arrival testing, quarantine or report signs or symptoms to the government upon entry. Mask mandates on domestic flights and trains will…