Last Updated on 23/07/2024 by kami Koper, Slovenia, might not be the most popular destination to visit in the Balkans, but this seaside city offers plenty of attractions, although sometimes you need to dig a bit deeper to find them. With a history dating back to ancient times, a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere, and a perfect location to explore three countries (Slovenia, Italy, and Croatia), visiting Koper is always a good idea. I’ve been to Koper three times now, and even if I was a bit reluctant at first, I quickly warmed up to the place and returned there with pleasure. If you plan a trip to ..read more

Last Updated on 17/07/2024 by kami One of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Romania are painted monasteries in Bucovina – the region located in the northern part of the country, near the border with Ukraine. Even if you most likely need to make a detour to reach them, visiting the painted monasteries in Romania will be one of the highlights of your trip. The centuries-old monasteries are stunning not only from the inside but also outside, as their walls are covered in incredible frescoes, making them such a unique place to visit. In the Bucovina region, you will find many historical mo ..read more

Last Updated on 08/07/2024 by kami Merry Cemetery in Sapanta is one of the most unique tourist attractions in Romania. Even if the place is located somewhat off the path, on the edge of the country next to the border with Ukraine, it is definitely worth a detour. I have wanted to visit Merry Cemetery in Romania since I heard about it many years ago. But at the same time, I was slightly apprehensive about whether it was not an overhyped attraction that the quirky sites are often turned to. And while I felt it was a bit like that, the Merry Cemetery lived up to my expectations. If you plan a tri ..read more

Last Updated on 23/06/2024 by kami Of all the best places to visit in Romania, Salina Turda surprised me the most. This historical salt mine isn’t what you can expect from a site of that kind. Instead of the guided tour focusing on the background of the place and how it was used, you enter the underground amusement park located in stunning scenery. Even if you don’t plan to use all the attractions that you can find in the salt mine, it’s still well worth visiting Salina Turda. I was enchanted by the place and super impressed with the new function it serves now! If you travel to Romania, especi ..read more

Even though the Slovenian seaside is rather small, with only 47 km of coastline along the Adriatic Sea, there are some nice places to visit in the area. The biggest highlight and one of the most beautiful places to visit in Slovenia is Piran, a charming town located at the end of the picturesque peninsula. It took me way too long to include the place in my Slovenia itinerary and visit Piran, but when I eventually went there, I was under the town’s charm right away. I enjoyed every single moment there, whether I was exploring the Old Town and all Piran attractions or sitting with a cup of coffe ..read more

Slovenia is one of the most picturesque countries to visit in Europe, where you will find all kinds of amazing places in a relatively small area. Charming cities and towns, stunning landscapes, or breathtaking wonders of nature – Slovenia has it all. The fact that most tourist attractions in Slovenia are located not far from each other is a bonus. During your trip, even if it’s a short one, you can visit some of the most beautiful places in Slovenia! I can’t count how many times I’ve been to Slovenia by now, but during each visit, I fall for this charming country more and more, and I’m sure I ..read more

Budapest, the capital of Hungary, is one of the most fascinating cities to visit in Europe and each visit there is a treat. But the country has so many more amazing places that are often in the shadow of this more popular destination. Fortunately, you can use your trip to Budapest to explore more of the amazing places to visit in Hungary on a day trips from the capital. I did it on a few occasions, too, and I enjoyed every single one of the Budapest day trips. If you would like to see more of Hungary (and beyond) or simply want to escape the hustle and bustle of the capital, I put together thi ..read more

Most travelers who visit Hungary stay only in its capital, Budapest. And I get it. This city is fascinating and so beautiful that it’s hard to leave it to see other places when there are so many great things to do in Budapest. For years, I was the same; each of my trips to Hungary was centered around Budapest. When I finally figured it was time to see more of the country, it turned out there were so many amazing places to visit in Hungary. Unfortunately, they are always in the shadow of Budapest, and not many travelers decide to venture beyond the capital. But many of those places are availabl ..read more

When looking for options for day trips from Budapest, I stumbled across Kecskemet, Hungary – a city located in the heart of the country and easily reachable by train from the capital. Without any big research on things to do in Kecskemet, I decided to go there – and it turned out to be the best decision right away. I knew the city was the gem of art nouveau architecture in Hungary, but I didn’t expect it to be so great, offering more than just stunning buildings. It’s one of the best places to visit in Hungary, although very overlooked and hardly on the radar of foreign travelers. Yet I can’t ..read more

Bitola, the second-largest city in North Macedonia, is one of the most intriguing places to visit in the region. Bustling with energy and packed with attractions, yet in the shadow of more popular tourist destinations in North Macedonia like Skopje or Lake Ohrid, Bitola should be on the radar of every traveler who visits the country. I was lucky to visit Bitola twice, and each time, I was impressed with the city and its vibrant atmosphere. There are so many great things to do in Bitola that it’s worth spending at least a day there to enjoy them all. I put together this Bitola guide so you can ..read more