Explore Berlin in 4 days, with each day built around a different theme, from 20th-century history and historic Mitte to the Berlin Wall and West Berlin. Includes maps, daily routes, food stops, and tips to help you navigate this sprawling city.
Stockholm to Copenhagen by Train: Why we went via Malmö and how it worked
A practical, firsthand guide to taking the train from Stockholm to Copenhagen via Malmö, including the route we chose, what the SJ train was like, and what to know before booking.
2 Hours in Malmö: A Quick Walking Route + Food Stop
A low-effort Malmö stopover route from Malmö Central through Stortorget, Lilla Torg and Malmö Saluhall, perfect before taking the train onward to Copenhagen with luggage and limited time.
2 Days in Copenhagen: A First-Timer’s Itinerary I’d Happily Do Again (+ Maps)
A detailed two-day Copenhagen itinerary for independent travelers, based on the route I used, with walking maps, major sights, neighborhoods, Danish food, Tivoli Gardens, and realistic timing throughout.
3 Days in Stockholm: Daily Itinerary + Walking Maps
A 3-day Stockholm itinerary designed geographically around Gamla Stan, Djurgården, and Södermalm, with an archipelago cruise, plenty of time by the water, route maps, realistic timing, and firsthand planning advice.
Layover in Belgrade: Itinerary to Make the Most of Half a Day (+ Map)
Make the most of a long Belgrade layover with this practical half-day itinerary, including a walking route, fortress and neighborhood stops, Serbian food, airport transportation, timing, and map.
What to Eat in Tbilisi: Georgian Dishes + Where to Try Them
What to eat in Tbilisi, including must-try Georgian dishes like khinkali and khachapuri, where to try them, and my favorite restaurants after spending a month in the city.
Tbilisi Sulfur Baths: What to Expect at Chreli Abano
A firsthand guide to visiting Chreli Abano sulfur baths in Tbilisi, including which room to book, how long you need, what to bring, kisa scrubs, and what to expect.
Where to Stay in Tbilisi: A Comparison of the Central Neighborhoods
A quick guide to where to stay in Tbilisi, comparing Rustaveli and Orbeliani, Old Tbilisi, Avlabari, Vera, and Chugureti based on a month spent in the city.
What to Do in Tbilisi: Best Sights, Neighborhoods + Viewpoints
A curated guide to the best things to do in Tbilisi, with historic sights, neighborhoods, viewpoints, museums, suggested pairings, and realistic time estimates for planning your visit.
3 Days in Tbilisi: Daily Itinerary + Maps
Spend three days exploring Tbilisi’s contrasts, from historic hillside streets, faded mansions, and sulfur baths to Georgian food and wine, grand boulevards, and newer creative spaces.
Tbilisi Travel Guide: Start Here
Start here for planning a trip to Tbilisi, with practical first-timer tips, itineraries, neighborhood advice, activity guides, day trips, and notes from my five-week stay in the city.
How I Slow Travel Madrid: Routines and Real Monthly Costs
How I slow travel Madrid: my routines, everyday restaurants and groceries, favorite walks, and real monthly costs. A practical look at what it’s like digital nomad-ing in Madrid for a bit longer than your typical tourist stay.
Athens Airport Layover Guide: Luggage Storage, Metro + Leaving the Airport
A firsthand Athens Airport layover guide covering luggage storage, metro and taxi options, realistic timing, and return buffers so you can decide whether a trip into central Athens makes sense.
One Day in Athens: A First-Timer's Itinerary + Map
Plan one day in Athens with this practical walking itinerary covering the Acropolis, Acropolis Museum, Plaka, Anafiotika, traditional Greek food, maps, timing, booking tips, and practical advice.
Toledo Day Trip from Madrid: Self-Guided Walking Itinerary + Map
Make the most of a Toledo day trip from Madrid with a thoughtfully designed, fully tested walking itinerary, plus route maps, train guidance, monument priorities, traditional food stops, and practical planning tips.
3 Days in Madrid: A First-Timer’s Itinerary That Leaves Room to Wander
Spend three days in Madrid exploring the Royal Palace, Retiro, Prado, Chueca, Malasaña, and La Latina with a well-planned itinerary that still leaves room to wander and enjoy Madrid’s atmosphere.
How to Get Around Barcelona: Metro, Bus, Airport Transport + Transit Passes
A clear guide to Barcelona transportation that simplifies airport options, metro and bus travel, ticket payment, and transit passes so you can quickly figure out what to take and how to pay.
Barcelona in 2 Days: A Well-Routed Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
Make the most of two full days in Barcelona with a well-routed itinerary (with maps) covering the old city, waterfront, Park Güell, Sagrada Família, Gràcia, Eixample, and food stops.
Where to Stay in Madrid: Why I Wouldn’t Overthink the Neighborhood
After staying in three Madrid neighborhoods, I realized the neighborhood mattered less than I expected. Here’s what I’d prioritize instead.