Sri Lanka has been a popular travel destination for years, especially the beach towns on the south coast. These spots have always been a magnet for backpackers and surfers thanks to their laid-back vibe, great waves, and, of course, delicious food. Mirissa is kind of the OG beach town on the south coast—or at least,…
If you’re anything like me, food is one of the best ways to experience a new place—and Berat did not disappoint. Known as the City of a Thousand Windows, this UNESCO World Heritage site offers more than just stunning Ottoman architecture and cobbled streets—it’s also a hidden gem for food lovers. During my time in…
Right now, Mirissa is hands down the number one (or at least the most popular) beach and surf town in Sri Lanka. It’s a total hotspot for travelers, surfers, and backpackers—basically anyone looking for an amazing beach vacation. With more and more people discovering it, Mirissa is developing that classic beach town vibe, with amazing…
For many travelers coming to Peru, Lima is the first stop simply because it’s where most international flights land. But let’s be real—Lima, the Peruvian capital has a bit of a reputation. Some people say it’s skippable because there’s not much to see, and others warn that it’s unsafe. And honestly? I kind of get…
Before I say anything else, I have to say this—Peru is my number one travel destination. Period. If you ever asked me, “Hey, what country should I visit?” I’d probably ask what you’re looking for first, but more often than not, my answer would be Peru. Peru, the heart of the Inca Empire, just has…
Shkoder is known as the gateway to the North of Albania; it’s the perfect place to base your adventures in the rugged landscapes of the Albanian Alps and explore the cultural heritage of this ancient city. We originally came to Shkoder just for one night before we started a road trip around the north of…
Albania only recently came onto our radar a few years ago, as we started to see the stunning beaches and stunning landscapes of this Balkan country popping up on Instagram. We started asking, is Albania worth visiting? As we started to research, we decided it absolutely was! So we started booking our flights and planning…
I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again—Corfu is hands down one of the best summer destinations in Europe this year. Honestly, I’m so over the overcrowded and overpriced spots like Mykonos and Santorini, and I bet you feel the same. Corfu is the perfect alternative—it’s big enough to have tons of variety, with…
For this summer, I think Corfu is one of the best destinations in Europe. It’s just as stunning as other Greek islands like Mykonos or Santorini, but way more affordable. And when I say affordable, I mean compared to those islands—it’s still Greece, after all. What I love about Corfu is that it’s a great…
When we spent over a month traveling around Albania, we couldn’t help but notice how close Corfu was. And honestly, once we realized how easy it was to hop on a ferry, there was no way we weren’t going to check it out—especially since neither of us had been to Greece before. All we really…