by Nichole | Last updated Mar 28, 2025 | Portugal, Best Hiking Europe
Paiva Walkways Hike: 9-Step Hiking Guide We’re big day hikers. For us, there’s nothing quite as therapeutic as hitting the trail, unplugging, and reconnecting with nature. When my husband and I started meticulously planning our Portugal trip—we knew we had to build in...
by Nichole | Last updated Mar 28, 2025 | Portugal, Best Hiking Europe
Arouca Bridge in Portugal: Here are the 7 Things to Know If you’re anything like us and love a good adrenaline rush paired with jaw-dropping views, you’re going to be all in on Portugal’s Arouca Bridge. As someone who plans every trip down to the tiniest detail (yep,...
by Nichole | Last updated Mar 17, 2026 | Outdoor, Portugal
How to Kayak to Benagil Cave: What We Learned Firsthand Heading to the Algarve? It won’t take long before you hear about one of Portugal’s most iconic natural wonders: Benagil Cave. Standing inside, surrounded by towering limestone walls and watching sunlight stream...
by Nichole | Last updated Oct 7, 2025 | Slovenia, Best Hiking Europe
Hiking Kozjak Waterfall in Slovenia: Insider Tips From Experience Kobarid made our 9-day Slovenia and Croatia itinerary for one delicious reason: Hisa Franko. But what we didn’t expect was how much we’d fall for the town itself. Nestled in the Soca River Valley and...
by Nichole | Last updated Jan 25, 2026 | St. Martin, Top Things to Do Caribbean
Things to Do in St. Martin: 18 Reasons to Visit! My husband and I rarely return to the same destination twice, but St. Martin completely won us over. This beautiful Caribbean island is just a short flight from the U.S. and offers the perfect mix of natural beauty,...
