Stuck in a sight-seeing rut? Here are some unorthodox tips to make the most of your trip.
Author: lalalejeune
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TRAVEL DIARY: The Hidden Coastal Village of Omiš, Croatia
Just sixteen miles south of Split lies the ancient pirate cove of Omiš, Croatia. Steep towers of limestone encircle the town on three sides, while a wide, deceptively calm river cuts it in two before spilling out into the dazzlingly blue sea. Small boats clog the marina on either side of the single bridge that [...]
SNAPSHOT: Civita di Bagnoregio, the Dying City
Perched on a crumbling plateau in the Etruscan countryside, Civita di Bagnoregio is a town made romantic in its doom. For centuries, the city has been sliding into the valley below-- a very slow and dramatic death. I couldn't help but wonder what it must be like for the psyches of the less than a [...]
HOW TO: Eat Your Way Through Tijuana
I've just returned from a long weekend in Tijuana, which is quickly becoming one of my favorite local getaways (just 3 hours from LA). The city has much to offer the urban explorer, but to be honest I mostly go for the food. Did you know the famous Caesar Salad was invented in Tijuana?! Here [...]
HOW TO: Act Like a Local in Croatia
Croatia is a beautiful country still recovering from a brutal war twenty years ago. With sweeping landscapes, comforting food, interesting history, and tons of opportunities for thrill seekers, Croatia is quickly becoming a must see destination. Here are five tips on how to act like a local in Croatia. Sleep in Early risers should not [...]
REVIEW: La Casa de Cafe in Copan, Honduras
Nestled in the lush mountains of Honduras, near the border of Guatemala, lies the beautiful town of Copan Ruinas. Take one of the cobblestone streets up the hill not far from the city center and you will find La Casa de Cafe, a bed & breakfast run with a personal touch. Everything about La Casa [...]
TRAVEL DIARY: In the Cool Shade of Cambodian Hospitality
The serene city of Battambang, Cambodia was quickly fading in the rear-view mirror of our $8 motorbike rental. My friend, Janna, and I took turns randomly shouting “left, right, straight!” reveling in our quest for the apex of authenticity and charm sure to be at the end of an “undiscovered” dirt road. I imagined stumbling [...]
HOT LIST: The Coolest AirBnBs in Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok is chaotic with pockets of serenity. Minimalist ultra modern apartments with luxury rooftop pools look out onto ancient wats and merchants selling their wares from wooden boats. In short, anyone can find something to love about Bangkok. AirBnB is a fantastic way experience a new city - you have more privacy, it can feel [...]
TRAVEL DIARY: Getting Lost in Fiji
Sometimes, bad directions can lead to great moments. We spent our last day in Fiji on the main island, as we had a very early plane to catch to Brisbane the next morning. Stoney Creek is a short bus ride from Nadi, and staff met us at the stop and took us the rest of [...]
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