Novigrad, Croatia

Novigrad

Novigrad is located in Western Croatia in the County of Istria on a small peninsula near the border of Slovenia. It’s also known as “Novigrad Istarski” since there are three (3) other towns in Croatia by the same name. This small fishing village has terrific restaurants and gorgeous scenery with plentiful vineyards and olive groves. … Read more

The Outer Hebrides of Scotland — Quite The Adventure

The Outer Hebrides of Scotland

Also, called the “Western Isles”, the Outer Hebrides of Scotland is a chain of islands off the western coast of Scotland. It is full of gorgeous landscapes and the ruggedness of nature. There are many beautiful beaches including Luskentyre on the isle of Harris, as well as numerous lochs, both fresh and seawater. Peat moors … Read more

Where is Braga, Portugal?

Where is Braga, Portugal

Where is Braga, Portugal? Well, it is a city located in the northern part of the country just northeast of Porto. Braga has beautiful architecture and rich history and religious heritage. It’s the capital of the Braga district and of Minho province. It was called Bracara Augusta in Roman times, and the city was founded … Read more

Dinard, France — A Hidden Treasure

Dinard, France

I consider Dinard, France a hidden treasure because many do not know about it, and it offers a great getaway from the more popular destinations such as Saint-Malo which is located across the Rance River. Dinard has a population of about ten thousand (10,000) people and is on the northern coast of Bretagne. Labeled “the … Read more

Where Is Cannon Beach, Oregon?

Where Is Cannon Beach, Oregon

Where is Cannon Beach, Oregon? It is on the northwest coast of Oregon near the state of Washington border. A small coastal city that is known for its tufted puffin population. It has much natural beauty with a downtown area filled with galleries and boutiques.     Its population is around sixteen hundred and ninety … Read more

Aeroskobing, Denmark — The Fairytale Town

Aeroskobing Denmark

Aeroskobing, Denmark, in Danish written as Aeroskobing or Ærøskøbing, is nicknamed “the fairy-tale town of Denmark”. It has lots of history and character with its winding alleyways, historic homes (mostly one-story), and cobblestone streets. This coastal town in central Denmark is located in Ærø Municipality on the island of Ærø (a Danish Baltic Sea Island). … Read more

Vaduz Liechtenstein Attractions

Vaduz Liechtenstein Attractions

Vaduz Liechtenstein attractions are many and diverse in this sixth (6th) smallest country in the world. Vaduz is the capital city located near the Swiss border on the Rhine River. The twelfth (12th) century Vaduz Castle is situated on a hillside overlooking the town. It is the residence of the royal family. The only other … Read more

Kotor Montenegro Attractions

Kotor Montenegro Attractions

So what are some of the Kotor Montenegro attractions of which we should be aware? Well, let’s start with this Adriatic village having some of the most spectacular coastlines anywhere in Europe. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, surrounded by limestone cliffs as it is situated on the Bay of Kotor. Within the intriguing … Read more

Where Is Portree Scotland?

Where Is Portree Scotland

Where Is Portree Scotland? This is the largest town on Scotland’s Isle of Skye. It is also the capital of the Isle of Skye in the Inner Hebrides. Centering around the very active harbor, the town has numerous brightly-colored cottages scattered about. There are many hiking trails where you can enjoy the natural sights of … Read more