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Category: National Parks

Best Places to visit for Van Gogh fans

Best Places to visit for Van Gogh fans

I love having a theme to my trips.  One of the themes that I often fall back on are places to visit for Van Gogh fans.  Vincent van Gogh is arguably my favorite artist, and over the years, I’ve visited various van Gogh sites.  These…

The Scottish pyramid hidden in the Highlands

The Scottish pyramid hidden in the Highlands

When someone says pyramids, most people think Egypt. But, would you ever think Scotland? I’ll have you know that there is in fact a Scottish pyramid hidden in the Highlands. If I’ve intrigued you, then sit back and let me tell you the story and…

Monachyle Mhor: An alluring hidden gem in the Trossachs

Monachyle Mhor: An alluring hidden gem in the Trossachs

The remoteness of the Scottish Highlands is a delight, but sometimes I do miss some creature comforts. It surprised me to find out that the Scottish Highlands are actually home to several high end restaurants. Once I found out that an unpronouncable place called Monachyle…

The Elusive Search for Rob Roy’s Cave

The Elusive Search for Rob Roy’s Cave

Given that I am currently on lockdown in Scotland (2020), it gives rise to a lot of Scottish adventures and Scottish foods. During one weekend in captivity, my housemate and I went on a proper Scottish adventure – the search for Rob Roy’s Cave on…

The last 4 months

The last 4 months

Dear Blog Readers, First of all, so sorry for the lack of posting this summer.ย  It had turned out to be so much busier than I anticipated.ย  From research and school work to beginning contract work on the side, itโ€™s been challenging to stay on…

Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes National Park – an Incredible Day Trip!

Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes National Park – an Incredible Day Trip!

Croatia is a stunningly beautiful country, home to pristine beaches and gorgeous lakes and waterfalls. If you start your Croatian adventure in Zagreb, consider going to Plitvice Lakes National Park for a day trip! There are many tours that will take you there or renting…

Visit the Gorgeous Lake Bohinj

Visit the Gorgeous Lake Bohinj

My wonderful Airbnb host, who knew that I liked hiking and great views, recommended that I visit Lake Bohinj (boh-HEE-nee), part of Triglav National Park, or Triglavski narodni park.  I invited J along with me, and she was more than enthusiastic to join me. 1.…