Mohntorte (poppseed cake) at Cafe Vollpension in Vienna, Austria

Cake, Coffee, and Schnitzel // What To Eat in Vienna (+ Where to Eat it)

Although it might not be the first place that comes to mind, Vienna is definitely in the running for being named foodie heaven. Here’s a guide on what to eat in Vienna and where to eat it–including the best schnitzel and cafes in Vienna. At the beginning of June this year, Daniel and I made…

An old stone wall stretching across a field in the Lake District, UK

Love and Lambs in the Lake District // Our Perfect 4 Day Romantic Lake District Break

From gorgeous hikes to cute hideaway cafes, now is the perfect time to take a romantic Lake District break. There has never been a time in the last few years of living in the UK where I haven’t wanted to go to the Lake District. With its rolling hills and lakes covered in mist, there…

Solo female traveler looking out over Alfama’s terracotta rooftops and the Tagus River from Miradouro de Santa Luzia in Lisbon, Portugal.
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4 Days in Lisbon: A Laid-Back Itinerary for First-Time Visitors

Planning 4 Days in Lisbon? Here’s How to Make the Most of It (Without Burning Out). I’ll be honest — when I planned my 4 days in Lisbon as part of a longer Portugal itinerary, I was already pretty wiped. I’d been bouncing between towns, climbing castle steps, and hauling my backpack onto more trains…

Scenic view of the historic town of Óbidos, Portugal, featuring whitewashed buildings with red-tiled roofs, a church with a bell tower, and medieval stone walls winding through the hillside under a clear blue sky.

Magical Things to Do in Óbidos, Portugal: A 1-2 Day Itinerary

The moment I saw a photo of Óbidos—a tiny, walled town in central Portugal—I knew I had to go. With cobblestone streets winding past whitewashed houses, flowering vines, and a castle rising above it all, it looked like something straight out of a fairytale. And it truly is. Whether you’re planning a quick day trip…