Editor’s Note: This is a guest post written by Nic Freeman. As the sun sets in an amber haze over the horizon of lego-like buildings and mosque minarets, Istanbul transforms into a glowing mesh under the night sky. From one of the many rooftop terraces across the city, you can admire the sparkling beauty ofContinue reading “Daily Wanderlust: Istanbul By Night”
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Daily Wanderlust: Marstrand, Sweden
This archipelago in western Sweden is very much like me today. Sleepy. A mid-morning ferry from the mainland to Marstrand has approximately four people on it. Including me. Founded in the 1300s, this quaint island, which comes alive in the summer, is nearly deserted today. Which is a beautiful thing because it lets me goContinue reading “Daily Wanderlust: Marstrand, Sweden”
Daily Wanderlust: Berlin’s Hotel Adlon
The palatial Hotel Adlon, originally built in the early 1900s, was resurrected in the heart of Berlin following WWII (the main portion of the building was damaged in a fire caused by a Soviet soldier during the war). In history, it is known as one of the most famous hotels in Europe between the twoContinue reading “Daily Wanderlust: Berlin’s Hotel Adlon”
Daily Wanderlust: Budapest’s House of Parliament
A majestic city split into two by the Danube River, Budapest’s House of Parliament is one of the most breathtaking sites in the city. The neo-Gothic structure with Byzantine features is located on the shore of the Danube, on the Pest portion of the city. Its giant dome can be seen from numerous spots inContinue reading “Daily Wanderlust: Budapest’s House of Parliament”
Daily Wanderlust: Formula 1 in Valencia, Spain
There were many things I got to enjoy during my visit to the Valencia region. For one, we ate. A lot. I had the best meal of my life in Alicante. And, we adventured. Or, tried to. I never have great luck with adventures, especially when it comes to sea navigation. We danced in theContinue reading “Daily Wanderlust: Formula 1 in Valencia, Spain”
Daily Wanderlust: Island paradise in Croatia
Croatia is one of those countries that holds a very special spot in my heart. It’s the place where I opened my mind to others and was enlightened; was witness to the kindness of strangers; met one of the most remarkable women in the world; and was where I learned about love, life and lossContinue reading “Daily Wanderlust: Island paradise in Croatia”
Escape of the Week: Reina Sofia
Located in the heart of Madrid is one of those places you’d be remiss to skip — the palatial Reina Sofia Musuem (Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia). The museum came highly recommend from my art-inclined friends back home. “You can’t miss it,” one said. “It is so breathtaking,” said another. And they wereContinue reading “Escape of the Week: Reina Sofia”
Daily Wanderlust: Goats on a Roof
Yes. Goats on a Roof. This little shop located in Tiger, Georgia is known for its star attraction — the adorable goats who hang out on their roof. The shop features homemade fudge, jams, mining, even a little fire pit to make some s’mores. And, a herd of goats. On the roof. Complete with hay,Continue reading “Daily Wanderlust: Goats on a Roof”
Daily Wanderlust: Brasov’s Town Square
Located in Transylvania, Brasov, Romania is a small city (and one of the most visited in the country). Here, people can explore the nearby mountains and local Dracula lore, rent cars and go on day trips, even wander the narrowest street in Europe, measuring a whopping four feet across. My favorite thing to do whileContinue reading “Daily Wanderlust: Brasov’s Town Square”
Daily Wanderlust: the DC Metro
Travel was instilled in me at a very young age. Growing up 20 minutes from Washington, DC, meant there was always something to do, always something to see. I was very fortunate to have a family that wanted me to see the world around me. On weekends, my dad would bundle up my brother andContinue reading “Daily Wanderlust: the DC Metro”
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