Category: Destinations
The Irish Medieval Town of Kilkenny – Things to Do & Travel Guide
There are so many beautiful towns to explore in Ireland so it was difficult to choose one to spend a day in. After doing some research, Kilkenny looked to be a very viable option with enough to do to fill a day. It was such a good choice! I had a fantastic day in Kilkenny.

The History of Kilkenny
Kilkenny virtually came to be in the 500s when the St. Canice Cathedral was built. Like many medieval cities, people built structures near the Cathedral and you can see today where the original medieval walls were (just keep an eye on … Continue reading
Posted on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 in DestinationsTags: europe, ireland, kilkenny
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Things to Do in Warsaw, Poland’s Underrated Capital
Krakow is the most popular destination in Poland, but Warsaw is the country’s capital and it has a lot to offer. I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect before visiting but I actually really liked it. It’s a great place to spend a few days and such an overlooked vacation destination.

The History of Warsaw
Warsaw is relatively new, with continuous settlement estimated since around the 13th century. However it became more important towards the end of the medieval ages. It became the capital of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth in 1596 due to its central location, and continued serving as capital … Continue reading
Posted on Thursday, July 18, 2019 in DestinationsTags: europe, poland, warsaw
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The Porcelain City of Dresden – Things to Do & Travel Guide
When people think of Germany, they think of Berlin, Frankfurt, and Munich. But in my case, Dresden was on the top of my German bucket list because it’s a baroque masterpiece in its own right. It’s the capital of Saxony and can be an easy day trip from places like Berlin, Prague and Wroclaw. What I found is it’s a great city to visit and even spend a little more time in.


A Short History of Dresden
Dresden has been a settlement since the mid-late middle ages. Its heyday actually came under Polish rule, when Polish King Augustus II (also … Continue reading
Posted on Saturday, July 13, 2019 in DestinationsTags: dresden, europe, germany, saxony
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Puerto Rico’s Colorful Old San Juan: Things to Do & Travel Guide (Updated 2023)
Old San Juan is known for its charming houses and fort, and it used to be a popular destination for vacationers. Other bloggers reported that even after Hurricane Maria, it had revived itself. Considering that they needed the tourist money and it was only a 3.5-hour plane ride from home, I decided to spend a long weekend there and see it for myself.
And oh my goodness – San Juan is gorgeous! I even ventured back a few years later just to see it again.


The History of Old San Juan
Before colonisation, San Juan was inhabited by the Taino … Continue reading
Posted on Friday, July 5, 2019 in DestinationsTags: north america, puerto rico, san juan
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Things to Do in Krakow: Discovering a Medieval Beauty
Even though there’s lots of things to do in Krakow, it is by far the most popular area of Poland for tourists just because of its proximity to Auschwitz. Because it was minimally destroyed in the war and it’s close to Auschwitz, it makes an excellent trip for people who want to visit Poland. It was the last stop on my Poland trip and I have to say that it was a fantastic place to be.

Krakow’s History
Krakow first started over a thousand years ago, around the 9th century, on what is today Wawel Hill (which you can visit). … Continue reading
Posted on Monday, July 1, 2019 in DestinationsTags: europe, krakow, poland
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Poland Is Underrated – Here Are 7 Reasons You Should Visit
It was time to tell my friends and family about my next destination, and I told them: I’m going to Poland!
Poland? Why Poland? Yes, my ancestors are from there, but it wasn’t an ancestry type of trip. So why’d I choose Poland?
Well, I thought, why not? Actually, I was inspired by so many of my friends who’d gone to Poland. Mainly they went for Auschwitz and then went to Krakow and Warsaw. But there was something that drew me to the destination. It looked so beautiful, and I wanted to go someplace in the central-northern Europe region. So … Continue reading
Posted on Monday, June 24, 2019 in DestinationsTags: europe, poland
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The Ancient Japanese City of Kyoto – Things to Do & Travel Guide
Kyoto used to be the capital of Japan and now it’s one of the country’s largest and most visited cities. Since it wasn’t destroyed during WWII, it still retains a lot of its historic Japanese character, which draws people in from around the world. It’s a great city to visit in Japan and it is huge, with a tonne of things to see and do.

Kyoto’s History
Even though Tokyo is now the capital of Japan, it’s only been that way since 1868. For over a thousand years before, it was Kyoto. Kyoto’s history goes back farther but it was … Continue reading
Posted on Sunday, June 9, 2019 in DestinationsTags: asia, japan, kyoto
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The Port City of Gdansk – Things to Do & Travel Guide
Gdansk is a city in the north of Poland, and it only made it to my list because of the reviews other travel bloggers gave it. I wasn’t sure about its size or charm. However it ended up being the city I enjoyed most in Poland! It was completely rebuilt after World War II and it is so colourful and gorgeous. I was blown away by its beauty. Most people post pictures of the riverside and the old gate, but that’s a small part of the Old Town Gdansk has to offer. It was definitely a highlight of my trip … Continue reading
Posted on Monday, June 3, 2019 in DestinationsTags: europe, gdansk, poland
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Torun, Poland’s Gingerbread Town: Things to Do & Travel Guide
You’ve heard of Warsaw and Krakow, but have you ever heard of the medieval Polish town called Torun? It’s a great stop on your tour of Poland and also makes a great day trip from Gdansk or Poznan. It’s been inhabited for millennia but its prime time was in the medieval era. It became an import trade route and hosted a Teutonic fortress in the 13th century. In the 15th-16th centuries, it was even one of the largest cities in Poland. It is also the home of Nicolas Copernicus, the astronomer who discovered that the sun is the centre of … Continue reading
Posted on Friday, May 24, 2019 in DestinationsTags: europe, poland, torun
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A Quick Look at Osaka – Things to Do & Travel Guide
Osaka is one of Japan’s largest cities and is a popular tourist destination. As it is very near Kyoto and also has an international airport, it’s a good place to fly to for visiting central/southern Japan. It’s actually the gastronomical capital of Japan so since my brother’s a foodie, we decided to spend a day in Osaka and subsequently went almost every night for dinner.
Unfortunately, this Highlight post is a bit different from the others. I did not really want to go to Osaka so only reserved a day. My big mistake with Osaka was thinking I could see … Continue reading
Posted on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 in DestinationsTags: asia, japan, osaka
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