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3 Days in Bucharest, Romania: Plan the Perfect Itinerary

3 Days in Bucharest, Romania: Plan the Perfect Itinerary

Posted on May 21, 2019June 23, 2020 by Maps and Merlot

I’ve been to a lot of European countries, and I’ve loved them all, but there’s something pretty magical about Bucharest…or perhaps it’s the cheap (but delicious) wine talking? I’ll be Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Europe, RomaniaTagged Bucharest, city, Destination, Europe, Romania, Wine2 Comments
10 Best Photo Spots in Lisbon, Portugal

10 Best Photo Spots in Lisbon, Portugal

Posted on February 7, 2018July 2, 2019 by Maps and Merlot

From mouthwatering pastries to gorgeous tiled doors and candy colored houses, Lisbon has it all. For someone who always explores with camera in hand, Lisbon is everything I hoped it Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Europe, PortugalTagged Destination, Europe, Lisbon, photography, Portugal15 Comments
THE Italian Bucket List: Top 10 Things to do in Italy

THE Italian Bucket List: Top 10 Things to do in Italy

Posted on December 22, 2017March 27, 2019 by Maps and Merlot

Italy is one of those places you want to keep coming back to forever. It’s not just a country, but an atmosphere and a lifestyle, and basically a whole bunch Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Europe, ItalyTagged Art, Burano, Cinque Terre, Destination, Europe, Florence, Italy, Murano, Venice4 Comments
12 Things to Know Before Visiting the Blue Lagoon in Iceland

12 Things to Know Before Visiting the Blue Lagoon in Iceland

Posted on December 13, 2017November 13, 2018 by Maps and Merlot

When you go to Iceland, there’s one spot that nearly every tourist visits…the Blue Lagoon. Yes, there are better, hotter, less expensive hot springs to swim, but the Blue Lagoon Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Europe, IcelandTagged blue lagoon, Destination, Europe, Iceland28 Comments
Top 8 Interlaken, Switzerland Adventure Activities

Top 8 Interlaken, Switzerland Adventure Activities

Posted on October 25, 2017April 3, 2019 by Maps and Merlot

Interlaken, Switzerland is a mecca for adventure activities in Europe. Visit and you’ll be inundated with adrenaline-pumping fun you 100% NEED to take part in. I’m a sucker for once-in-a-lifetime kind Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Europe, SwitzerlandTagged canyoning, Destination, Europe, Interlaken, paraglide, switzerland14 Comments
10 Best Day Trips from Lisbon, Portugal

10 Best Day Trips from Lisbon, Portugal

Posted on October 19, 2017July 2, 2019 by Maps and Merlot

Are you looking for the best day trips from Lisbon? Well, my friend, you’ve come to the right place. Now don’t get me wrong, the city of Lisbon is absolutely Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Europe, PortugalTagged day trip, Destination, Europe, Lisbon, Portugal22 Comments
Porto, Portugal Itinerary: The Highlights in 3 Days

Porto, Portugal Itinerary: The Highlights in 3 Days

Posted on October 11, 2017July 2, 2019 by Maps and Merlot

Alright friends, I’m going to save you some trouble…you should probably drop whatever you’re doing and go ahead and Google flights to Porto, Portugal. Not Lisbon, you ask? Well, Lisbon Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Europe, PortugalTagged canyoning, Destination, Europe, Food, Portugal, Wine10 Comments
10 Days in Italy: Your Perfect Itinerary

10 Days in Italy: Your Perfect Itinerary

Posted on September 19, 2017November 15, 2018 by Maps and Merlot

Italy is such a beautiful country, I understand that it’s difficult trying to come up with the perfect itinerary where you see absolutely everything. So that you don’t try and Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Europe, ItalyTagged Burano, Cinque Terre, city, Destination, Europe, Florence, Italy, Venice18 Comments
Top 10 Photo Spots in Reykjavik: Your Guide to Iceland’s Capital

Top 10 Photo Spots in Reykjavik: Your Guide to Iceland’s Capital

Posted on September 5, 2017February 4, 2019 by Maps and Merlot

If you’re going to Iceland, chances are good it’s not to visit the city of Reykjavik…you’re going to hike, dip in hot springs, and explore the beautiful countryside. However, chances Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Europe, IcelandTagged city, Destination, Europe, Iceland, photography11 Comments
21 Best Photo Spots in Paris

21 Best Photo Spots in Paris

Posted on August 22, 2017November 15, 2018 by Maps and Merlot

Hello Paris lovers! The City of Lights is hands down one of the most photographed cities in the world and it’s so easy to see why. From the Eiffel Tower Read More…

Posted in Destinations, Europe, FranceTagged city, Destination, Europe, France, Paris, photography32 Comments
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