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You have a passion for travel but don’t want to feel like a tourist. You don’t just visit a destination; you experience life there for one day — or forever….
Why Ljubljana Might Have Europe’s Best Christmas Market
Ljubljana puts its own unique spin on the European tradition of Christmas markets by celebrating the holiday, not once, but three times. If you’re planning to visit Slovenia over the…
Pueblo Inglés: Volunteer Vacation in Spain for Native English Speakers
It sounded too good to be true: a free, one-week, all-inclusive stay at a charming resort in Spain for native English speakers. Indeed, there was a catch. I was volunteering…
Visit Kranj: World War II Bomb Shelter in a Charming Town
The vast bomb shelter tunnels underneath the charming old town of Kranj are one of coolest historical attractions in Slovenia. But most travelers pass right by, without even knowing what…
Easter 2021 in Slovenia: Ljubljana on Lockdown
May 1 update: Cafes and restaurants in most of Slovenia are open again for outdoor service between 7 am and 7 pm. While some are only serving beverages, we were…
Visit Nantucket: Whaling History and New England Charm
Ever since America stopped lighting lamps with whale oil, Nantucket has been a sanctuary for generations of vacationing families — and a few hardy year-round residents — who are quite…
HGTV House Hunters International Update: The Adventure Continues in Slovenia
Whenever I watch an episode of House Hunters International on HGTV, I’m left with a lot of practical questions. How did the move work out? Did the featured house hunters…
Dual Citizenship in the USA and Slovenia through Ancestry
Thanks to my Slovene ancestors who left their homeland for a new life in America, I’m a proud citizen of two great countries. In this post I’ll try to answer…
Siege of Sarajevo: Balkan War Memories in Bosnia
Sarajevo endured the longest military siege of a city in modern times from 1992 through 1995. The human suffering seems more distant with every passing year, but the scars run…
Slovenia’s Walk in the Treetops
Slovenia, a country filled with stunning panoramic views, just got one more. I was one of the first bloggers to experience the Treetop Walk Pohorje on Rogla mountain. I definitely…
Germany: Secrets of the Berlin Wall
Only a few sections of the Berlin Wall are left standing, but visitors can still experience some of its Cold War history. Here’s how to track down the physical and…
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