18 European Hidden Gems for 2018

Did some form of travel make it on your New Year resolutions list? It certainly made it on mine. Even though I'm extremely grateful for the travel I've been able to experience during the past few years living abroad, I know I will always pursue more travel. That's because travel is powerful. Even if you …

What to Do in Lake Bled

We hopped a bus from Ljubljana to Bled, a quick drive up the valley, tracing the river to our destination. The bus rounded a bend, the lake coming into view, reflected town lights shimmering in the ripples. We sped past our stop at the top of the hill and barreled down into the town below. …

Slovenia: A Subtle Winter’s Paradise

Slovenia seems to be everywhere lately. Why? Because it truly is a gem of a place. Why else would we have visited the country two Christmases in a row? It really is that special. Winter escape to Slovenia? Here's why you should do it. I can still remember the feeling of arriving in Ljubljana for …

A Walk in Triglav National Park

The trail is to the left before you cross the bridge. I memorized this tip from our Slovenian host as our car cautiously hugged narrow corners along the famously beautiful Vršič Pass in Triglav National Park. As our second trip to Slovenia, this place was high on my list. In search of the mountains, and Slovenia's best natural …