5 Days in Lisbon: From Baixa to Alfama and Beyond
Perfect for travelers planning a 4–6 day Lisbon trip who want more than just the basics — mixing famous highlights with hidden finds, neighborhood walks, and a Sintra day trip.
10 Days in Romania: Sighișoara, Sibiu & More of Transylvania (Part 2)
This is the second half of my 10-day trip through Romania—covering Sighișoara, Sibiu, a surreal underground salt mine, and one of the most scenic drives of the trip. It’s a mix of places I loved, a few I didn’t, and what I’d do differently next time.
Soaking in History: My Sulfur Bath Experience in Tbilisi
What’s it like to soak in a traditional sulfur bath in Tbilisi, Georgia? Here’s my honest, personal account—from choosing a bathhouse to the no-frills scrub that left me feeling relaxed (and weirdly okay being scrubbed naked by a stranger).