The town of Kotor, Montenegro will stun you from the moment you first see it. Nestled in the Bay of Kotor and surrounded by mountains, this town has a history dating back more than 2,000 years and is achingly beautiful from every angle. And there are so many things to do in Kotor! I first […]
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Monopoli, Italy is one of my favorite places in the world. This small coastal town is one of the loveliest places to visit in Puglia, and one of my all-time favorite underrated destinations in Italy. Just south of the big city of Bari, Monopoli’s small town charm draws visitors in, but never to the point
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Nestled in the heart of the Berkshires in Western Massachusetts, Lenox offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and a vibrant arts scene. Arguably one of the most famous towns in Berkshire County, its claim to fame is the Boston Symphony Orchestra’s Tanglewood concert series, and Canyon Ranch, one of the most well-known
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Join me on a visit to Stockbridge, MA: this is the heart of the Berkshires, where the Housatonic River meets the Appalachian Trail. For more than 300 years, Stockbridge has been a popular destination for visitors and a home to artists, writers, intellectuals — and the occasional travel blogger! Stockbridge is one of my favorite
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I’ve been doing monthly recaps since I first set out to travel more than 13 years ago — but this is the first time ever I’ve ever missed a month. I pride myself on recapping every month without failure, so this one hurt! That said, it was planned. Charlie and I scheduled our big South
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Welcome to Matera, Italy — a city carved entirely from stone, thought to be the third-oldest settlement in the world after Aleppo and Jericho. Matera and its ancient cave houses known as sassi sit on a rocky canyon in Basilicata, Southern Italy. People lived in these caves in Matera, with neither electricity not running water,
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Lecce, Italy is more than just a city in the heel of the boot — this artsy, unique city is often called the “Florence of the South.” If you loved the Tuscan capital but maybe wish it had a few less tourists, Lecce is guaranteed to cast its spell on you! Lecce is a small
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There are so many cool things to do in Bari, Italy! Bari is the largest city in Puglia, Italy’s heel of the boot, though it doesn’t get as much attention as other popular Puglian cities like Monopoli, Lecce, Alberobello, and nearby Matera. While Bari is home to the biggest port and busiest airport in the
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Thinking of visiting Prague in winter? Excellent idea! Lots of cities in Europe are more enjoyable to visit in the winter — you get to enjoy lower prices and smaller crowds (as long as you don’t visit during Christmas market season, that is). I’ve been living in Prague for several years and I’ve now experienced
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As the southernmost town on Maine’s seacoast, the town of Kittery Maine has a lot to offer! Kittery might be best known for its outlet shopping, but it also has a fascinating history dating back to 1647, making it Maine’s oldest town. I’ve spent a lot of time in Kittery — yes, like many New
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