Some places are magical and just call to you. When you manage to visit, these places are capable of bringing you some kind of solace. The Hebridean Isle of Iona is that place for many people, giving refuge to those who traveled far and wide…

Let’s continue to chase James Bond to the Alps! If you love the combination of movie and travel, especially with James Bond, this post is for you! To visit 007 Elements, cinematic exhibition of James Bond films, you’ll go deep into the Alps. And it’s…

The last thing you’d expect to see in the Cook Islands…is a derelict, abandoned 5-star hotel.  Well, in fairness, it’s not 5-star anymore, nor technically, was it ever.  The story of the Sheraton Cook Islands in Rarotonga is an interesting one, full of complications. The…

There are tons of things to do in Rarotonga. Rarotonga, or Raro for short, is the main island of the Cook Island and is a great place for a variety of experiences.  There is probably something for everyone!  From snorkeling to scuba diving to jet…

I thought it’d be fun to introduce the Cook Islands through its food and cuisine. After all, this is a food and travel blog! So, welcome to Lannie’s food intro of Rarotonga. 1.Staples of Cook Islands’ Food 1.1 Coconut Let me begin by saying that…

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…

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.…

I’d say that I have mostly active vacations.  It’s definitely a rare moment for me, though it does happen, where you’d find me in a resort or by the beach.  I’m sure you’ve noticed this by now. The other day, the original plan was to…

Sunrise hike, Lake Bled? Yes, please! Especially if you love natural beauty and are a sucker for crystal clear lakes and lush forests like I am! If you like all of the above, then Slovenia is the place for you. A few years ago, your…

<< Continued from Episode 1, Budapest, the Relaxing Way >> After having the most amazingly, relaxing day, my friend and I had an easy going Sunday with a walk in and around Budapest. We started our walk by the Hungarian Parliament, en route to our…