Korčula, Croatia - A Cool Island by Design

The island of Korčula in Croatia is cool by design. Its old town was designed by the Venetians. The ocean breezes weave through the carefully laid out streets designed by the Venetians to optimize...

Lokrum, the Cursed Island of Croatia

Lokrum is a cursed island just off the coast of Croatia near Dubrovnik. Lorkum rises above the sea with a sheer wall of tan colored rocks topped by a layer of green trees. The island is surrounded by...

‘Isle of Dogs’ Dubrovnik

The old town of Dubrovnik is buzzing with tourist activity. iPhones and selfie sticks galore, it’s safe to say that on my last day of our holiday I was keen to venture away from the hustle and...

Hostels are not just for younger travelers

My international travels did not begin until I was 47. I was on a super tight budget, so I learned about hostels. Everything I read talked all about the party life for young people. Was I crazy to...

Seville, City of Ceramic Tiles

Our most recent trip to Spain, last February, brought us an unknown passion for ceramic tiles. We spent four days exploring Seville, city of ceramic tiles in Andalucia. Our first amazing...

Triple Travel Guide: Seville

Seville’s charms put a spell on me, and who would I be to keep this charming and seducing city unknown to my dear readers? After my recent travel blog about Seville, this is a more practical guide...