5 Things to Do With 5 Days in Crete
Hip towns. Historical treasures. Sustainable vineyards. Breathtaking beaches. Crete's got a lot going on. We'll show you how to spend 5 days on the largest Greek island. Plus: trip-planning advice on food, drinks, lodging, maps, transportation & seasonality.
Balos Beach, Crete: Travel Tips for the Perfect Day Trip
Balos Beach, on northwest Crete, is one of the most picturesque locales in the Mediterranean. We'll help you find it, avoid the crowds, and get some exercise while you're out there.
Lake Bled, Slovenia: 2 Days of Pure Bliss
Lake Bled is the most popular tourist destination in Slovenia, for good reason. Its beauty and tranquility is undeniable. But there's also something mysterious...almost enchanted about this place.
Treasures of Triglav National Park | Part 3: Vintgar Gorge
The walking trail through Vintgar Gorge is a 1-2 hour experience, and the waters of the Radovna River offer endless aquatic photo ops along the way.
Treasures of Triglav National Park | Part 1: Lake Bohinj
The wilderness that surrounds Lake Bohinj is a vibrant medley of wetlands, wildlife, flora, fauna & folklore. This isolated oasis in Triglav National Park is truly unlike any other in Europe’s Julian Alps.
Slovenia: the Road Less Traveled…to the Lake Less Visited
An hour of Zen from our hilltop in Postojna left us eager to explore and soak in more of Slovenia’s beautiful landscape. Just one question loomed: what do we do for the next 24 hours?
Fishermen’s Night in Vela Luka: Great Food, Live Music & an Inspiring Cause
This is the story of our experience in the village of Vela Luka – on the Croatian island of Korčula – where a stranger’s recommendation for good food and music led us to discover a humanitarian cause supporting a community in need.
Proizd: Croatia’s Uninhabited Island of Love
The locals of Korčula have carved out a little getaway that is relatively unknown to most tourists: the uninhabited island of Proizd. Also known as the Island of Love, Proizd is a day-trip destination that offers silence & sanctuary, just a half hour from the west coast of Korčula.
Mljet Island: Croatia’s Secret Saltwater Escape
Mljet – Croatia’s Green Island – is 90% forest, 10% water, and 100% tranquility. If you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path alternative to some of the more tourist-saturated Croatian islands, look no further than this serene island paradise. Even in mid-July, the island felt empty.
How to Beat the Crowds at Croatia’s Plitvice Lakes
Every year, more than 1 million tourists visit Croatia’s Plitvice Lakes National Park, yet at certain times during our visit, we felt completely alone with nature. Much of that had to do with how we planned our trip. Follow this guide, and beat the crowds in one of the world’s most extraordinary aquatic environments.
