An afternoon in Bassano del Grappa: uncovering one of Italy’s best-kept secrets

An afternoon in Bassano del Grappa: uncovering one of Italy’s best-kept secrets is a travel blog post about our afternoon walk around charming, medieval town of Bassano del Grappa. We were in Venice when I decided that we should make a stop in Bassano on our way back home even though it was slightly off… Read More An afternoon in Bassano del Grappa: uncovering one of Italy’s best-kept secrets

Exploring Postojna cave and Predjama castle with kids

Exploring Postojna cave and Predjama castle with kids is a travel blog post which recounts my family’s visit to these wonderful tourist attractions in southwestern Slovenia. My kids were 3 and 5 years old at the time of our visit (November 2022). Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle are fascinating tourist attractions in Slovenia to explore… Read More Exploring Postojna cave and Predjama castle with kids

Day trip from Krakow: UNESCO World Heritage Site Wieliczka Salt Mine

Last year my husband and I visited Krakow, Poland. We spent 3,5 days wandering around Krakow and eating delicious Polish food. Everybody knows that Krakow has beautifully preserved historical Old Town and wonderful Wawel castle. However, did you know, that just a short train ride away is a magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site of Wieliczka… Read More Day trip from Krakow: UNESCO World Heritage Site Wieliczka Salt Mine

Exploring Castle Hochosterwitz in Austria

Nestled in the picturesque region of Carinthia, Austria, Castle Hochosterwitz stands as a symbol of medieval grandeur on a 172-metre high Dolomite rock. Dating back to the 9th century, Castle Hochosterwitz has witnessed centuries of change, serving as a bastion of defense and a residence for nobility. Today, Hochosterwitz (or Grad Ostrovica in Slovene )… Read More Exploring Castle Hochosterwitz in Austria