Bozcaada is a tiny island located off the Northwest coast of Turkey. It has it’s own castle, is heavily influenced by the Greeks, and is known for it’s wine production. With the perfect climate for growing Kuntra, the island’s local grape, Bozcaada has attracted six wine producers to pitch up on the island. But does it...[Read More]

Autumn is a great time to try something new – there is something so refreshing about the leaves changing colour, the crisp air, and the excitement as the season changes. While we would love to drop everything to travel the world, it’s just not possible for us in the short term. So, as we set...[Read More]

It’s pretty much impossible to visit Zermatt, Switzerland without taking (many) photos of the Matterhorn. The gorgeous mountain towers over the entire village and is essentially an attraction itself, so it’s not surprising that it’s a popular subject for photos. But where should you go to get the best photos of the Matterhorn? We teamed up...[Read More]

I am a huge advocate for Airbnb and am always really disappointed to hear when my friends do not have a good experience – or are hesitant to even try because they don’t trust the concept. While it seems a bit odd at first to stay in some stranger’s house, it’s great to get the...[Read More]

When I studied abroad in London back in 2014, our dorms and classes were in South Kensington. We lived on Queen’s Gate Road, one of my favorite roads in London, and made our way all around South Kensington in the four months we were there. It’s such a lovely neighborhood to explore, and to this...[Read More]

The first time I truly “traveled” was with my dad back in 2013. I went on a school trip to Prague and, a week after it ended, was meant to be starting my summer abroad in Dublin. While flying back and forth was an option, it wasn’t a fun one. Instead, my dad met me in...[Read More]

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Our recent trip to the Cotswolds was the perfect start to our UK travel challenge. We spontaneously decided to get away for the weekend mid-week and booked a hotel on Friday for our weekend adventure. It was extremely spur of the moment and involved less planning than any trip we have taken before! We based...[Read More]

As you know, we are the (self-proclaimed) king and queen of weekend trips. Between 9-5 jobs, occasional working weekends, and existing plans, we only have a few weekends when we can actually travel, so we try to make the most of them. But the whole planning a weekend trip thing isn’t always easy with our...[Read More]

Last weekend, we decided to be hometown tourists and explore something even we, as Londoners, had yet to see. We were invited to participate in the Churchill War Rooms & Westminster WWII Tour by City Wonders. WWII was always one of my favorite periods to study in history class, and Sean loves everything history, so...[Read More]

One of the best parts about travelling is the planning – at least that’s the case for a Type A person like myself! I love diving into every detail, making decisions on where to go and when, where to stay and what to do. I feel like I have planned 10x the amount of trips...[Read More]

We spent a weekend in Berlin in April 2016 - here are our highlights from the trip & recommendations for anyone visiting Berlin in the future.

As you know, we are the (self-proclaimed) king and queen of weekend trips. Between 9-5 jobs, occasional working weekends, and existing plans, we only have a few weekends when we can actually travel, so we try to make the most of them. But the whole planning a weekend trip thing isn’t always easy with our...[Read More]

Planning to spend Christmas in London? Here's our list of everything to do in London at Christmas, from Christmas light displays to popups and markets.

Enjoy a romantic getaway in Europe at these top romantic hotels in Western Europe, recommended by travelers. Includes France, Belgium, Netherlands, and more

We spent a weekend in Berlin in April 2016 - here are our highlights from the trip & recommendations for anyone visiting Berlin in the future.

Don't let a thief ruin a good vacation. Our tips for how to avoid pickpockets while traveling will help keep your possessions secure!

Planning to spend Christmas in London? Here's our list of everything to do in London at Christmas, from Christmas light displays to popups and markets.

Here's our list of everything you need to do during your weekend in Bruges. Our recommendations on here to stay & what to do during a city break in Bruges.

French castles are oh so magical. There’s just something so special about being in a place where so much history and countless stories have taken place, never mind a place that has inspired so many stories. Visiting the chateaux of the Loire Valley made us feel like we were walking in a real life fairy ... Read More about Visit the Chateaux of the Loire Valley that Inspired Disney Castles

When we have the opportunity to combine wine and travel, we go for it. Almost always. And when we can't, we dream about it. We take inspiration from all corners of the web, guide books, and of course, photographs. Namely, Instagram. We made a list of the ultimate WINEderlust inspiration - wineries and wines and wine lovers from all over the world, all capable of taking incredible photos. Can you handle it?

It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of wine. That being said, I had no idea that Turkey was a large wine producing country, or that a “wine region” existed in Turkey. I honestly didn’t even know that Turkish wine was a thing! When I was visiting my brother, he told me about the...[Read More]

Our recent weekend in Paris was different from normal weekends away because we were there for EURO2016. Paris was a quick weekend stop before we headed to the football destination, but much of the weekend still revolved around football. This means that, instead of a normal broad itinerary-based weekend, we kind of just did what...[Read More]

The Manly to Spit Walk is one of our favorite coastal treks in Sydney, Australia - find out why and everything you need to know to hike the trail!

We just spent a weekend in Bratislava and, as always, had to incorporate wine tasting in some way. The original plan was to find a half day tour to the Small Carpathian Wine Region, similar to what we did in Florence, in order to see the countryside, visit vineyards, and taste wine. However, we were...[Read More]

We received great feedback on our post about Wine Tasting in Urla, so I asked my brother, Mike, and his wife, Sarah to share a bit about the wine tasting experiences I was unable to experience while visiting. In their time living in Izmir, they also had the chance to try out Urla Winery, which is...[Read More]

Looking for some motivational Family Travel Quotes? We've put together all our favourite quotes about traveling, inspirational travel quotes and family trip quotes that we love. We've paired them with pictures from our world trip to help inspire other families to travel with kids more. Ready to use inspirational travel quotes.

Both of us have always been rather style conscious – well, Sean at least in recent years. While we do not spend our evenings dressing up for black tie events and neither of us have to wear a suit to work everyday, we do not necessarily “dress down” either. We both employ my favorite style...[Read More]

Barcelona is an incredible city full of history, art, and so much culture. Last summer, a couple of my girl friends and I decided on a short trip to Barcelona and the trip did not disappoint! It was my first time in Barcelona and I’ve been wanting to go back since I left. While my...[Read More]

Zermatt, Switzerland offers some of the best skiing in the world, but it also offers so much more than that. With it’s charming village feel, award winning restaurants, and stunning Matterhorn views, it’s the perfect place for a holiday (ski or no ski) year round. And whether you ski or hike or hit the spa,...[Read More]

Many people associate England with pubs, beer, and gin. And rightly so! However, it’s time that England also becomes known for something that we love just as much as those things – wine. English wine, and particularly English sparkling wine, is produced at a quality expected from the top wine regions of the world, which only...[Read More]

Our short-list of best delicious Italy experiences to give as gifts. 8 great ideas for yourself or the food & wine lover on your gift list.

Hi! My name is Kelly! I am a sassy, classy, and a slightly (ever so slightly) badassy, 30+ year local New Yorker who has been an avid solo traveler for well over fifteen years (so yeah, before it was cool).

There are hundreds of reasons to travel the world, though one couple is currently doing so to keep their relationship going.

Itinerary for an easy dog-friendly weekend trip from London. Dog-friendly hotels, activities, and more in Yorkshire, England.

London summers can be grey and rainy, or really HOT. Here's a checklist to help you survive your London summer no matter what the weather!

To celebrate our one year anniversary (of dating), Sean and I decided to book a trip to Florence, Italy. We knew the city was meant to be beautiful and romantic, which is a selling point in itself. Add in the idea of eating pasta and pizza while drinking delicious wine for days on end and...[Read More]

Saying London is big is a massive understatement. On top of the standard tourist attractions and restaurant openings,each season is filled with pop-ups, exclusive experiences, and classic “must-dos” unique to London. There are also so many underrated spots in London; it’s nearly impossible to keep track of everything, and all too often I find out...[Read More]

Planning to spend Christmas in London? Here's our list of everything to do in London at Christmas, from Christmas light displays to popups and markets.

Explore the United Kingdom with your pet in tow, thanks to these eight dog friendly hotels. Article by A Pair of Passports - dog friendly travel guides.