Bulgaria
When in Plovdiv, expect to climb hills! The city is famously set around seven hills, and there are different things to see from the top of each one. However, the site you’re most likely to notice at the top of one of Plovdiv’s hills is the Alyosha...
Greece
It’s almost impossible to go to Greece and not shop! While Mykonos is famous for its designers and Athens is beloved for its funky flea market, the entire country is a shopping paradise. Here are our picks for the best Greek souvenirs and ideas for Greek gifts...
Bulgaria
Plovdiv is famous for its picturesque Old Town, its delicious restaurant scene, and its beautiful Roman ruins. But unlike some museum cities, Plovdiv doesn’t shut down after dark! In fact, Plovdiv nightlife is vibrant and easily accessible. Here are our picks...
Bulgaria
Pope Francis visited Sofia, Bulgaria today, giving a public prayer at Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and holding a full public Mass in Prince Alexander of Battenberg Square. Which, full disclosure, even after being in Sofia for so long I had no idea that the wide portion...
Greece
Trying to decide whether you should visit Chania or Heraklion on your trip to Crete? Both cities have advantages and similarities, but they are very different places. If you stay within Heraklion or Chania proper, you will have drastically different experiences. I...
Greece
I adore Athens. I think far too many travelers come here and leave quickly, just doing the most important sites. But I actually love just hanging out here, getting coffee at Coffee Island, and walking around Monastiraki or Omonia. Yet, Athens does have a big city feel...
