Destination: Plitviče Lakes National Park, Croatia

If you ever go to Croatia, there's a large chance that you would be visiting Plitviče Lakes National Park. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979, this nearly 300-square kilometer natural park is filled with tumbling waterfalls and clear-as-day lakes which offer plenty of stunning views (and plenty of photo memories to take home). While … Continue reading Destination: Plitviče Lakes National Park, Croatia

Destination: Hvar, Croatia

While in Split, I took several day trips to other parts of the region, including a few islands just off the coast. That said, this post won't just be about Hvar (as written in the title), but rather one of the day trips I did to it and nearby islands. An all-day affair, it was … Continue reading Destination: Hvar, Croatia

Destination: Split, Croatia

After three nights in Dubrovnik, I continued my journey through Croatia by heading to Split. Known for its beaches and Roman history, this coastal city is also a popular tourist destination, as it's also where people can visit nearby islands like Hvar or Brač for nature and nightlife. Compared with Dubrovnik, the city of Split is … Continue reading Destination: Split, Croatia

Destination: Dubrovnik, Croatia

A fantastic week in Iceland was done, but I wasn't done traveling yet in May. In fact, it was just the beginning, as I would be spending the next two weeks in the Balkans. Home to countries such as Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Slovenia, this particular region of Europe has drawn in a … Continue reading Destination: Dubrovnik, Croatia

Destination: Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Iceland

Following two organized day tours to parts of Iceland from Reykjavik, I took my third and final one to Snaefellsnes Peninsula, located north of the capital. With its stunning green landscapes, coastal views, and the famous Kirkjufell ("Church Mountain"), this peninsula contains some of the iconic sites that the country has to offer. Compared with … Continue reading Destination: Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Iceland