Rome is a city that needs no introduction, but the best hidden gem in Rome Italy is the secret spot away from the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and St. Peter's Basilica crowds. I love Rome and have visited five times, and love to wander Rome's winding streets and hidden corners. From a tiny keyhole ...
Incredible Churches in Rome Italy (A complete visitor’s guide)
Rome isn't called the Eternal City for nothing. Beyond the Colosseum and ancient forums, there's another side to Rome that will absolutely take your breath away: it's churches. Here's the thing about churches in Rome Italy that nobody tells you before you visit: they're not just places of ...
A Quick Guide to Visiting the Blagaj Monastery
Blagaj is a small village located in the Herzegovina region of Bosnia and Herzegovina, most famous for its 600 year old tekke, Blagaj Monastery. The village has an authentic Ottoman feel with its stone houses and narrow paths, and of course it’s Dervish monastery. Whether you're here for the ...
A Day Trip to Mostar Bosnia: Rich History and Stunning Views
I’ll be honest with you - I did not expect to like Mostar Bosnia... I went to Bosnia in October 2024 as part of a month's trip through the Balkans, and embarked on a 4-day, 935km road-trip through Bosnia's countryside, hunting for waterfalls and autumn nature. Because Mostar was the ...
Falling for Sarajevo: The Balkan Capital You Never Knew You’d Love
Most of us know Sarajevo for one thing - the start of World War I… which, for a history buff like me, makes a visit to the Capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina exciting. In this multicultural metropolis you can experience centuries of history, where Ottoman minarets stand alongside Austro-Hungarian ...