Day Trip Ideas

The Neo-Palladian facade of Château Margaux in the Médoc wine region of Bordeaux, France, featuring iconic white columns and a grand gravel driveway.

Médoc or St. Emilion? How To Choose the Best Bordeaux Day Trip

Médoc or St. Emilion? If you want to learn about wine, you can’t go wrong with either option. With 3 days in Bordeaux, we had…

The Church of Saint John the Baptist (Igreja de São João Baptista) in Tomar, Portugal, featuring a Gothic portal and bell tower overlooking Praça da República with its black and white checkered Portuguese pavement.

9 Fascinating Things to do in Tomar Portugal in a Day

Tomar is a charming town in central Portugal situated on the banks of the Nabão River and boasts a population of around 40,000 people. Did you…

Ancient Roman ruins of the Temple of Diana in Mérida, Extremadura, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Mérida’s Roman Ruins: Are They Worth the Trip?

Mérida is a small city of about 60,000 people in Spain’s Extremadura region. What is Mérida famous for? Founded as Emerita Augusta by the Romans…

A scenic view of a shallow, rocky stream in the foreground with the historic stone round tower and ruins of Glendalough nestled among green trees and rolling hills in the background.

Dublin Day Trip Ideas: A Local’s Guide

Ireland is a relatively small island that is easy to get around by train, bus, or car. While I do recommend taking a proper Irish…

A dramatic wide-angle shot of the colorful "Deck of Cards" houses in Cobh, Ireland. The image uses a selective color effect, where the row of bright blue, yellow, and red Victorian houses stands out against a black-and-white background. In the distance, the towering neo-Gothic St. Colman's Cathedral rises above the town under a moody, clouded sky overlooking the harbor.

Catch the Train from Cork to Cobh for a Great Day Out in Ireland

I lived in Ireland for 12 years. During that time, I discovered that traveling from Cork to Cobh (pronounced Cove) by train is an easy…

Detailed wood carving of a seahorse on the Tree of Life sculpture by Tommy Craggs, located at North Bull Island in Dublin.

Why A North Bull Island Walk is One of the Best Hikes in Dublin

A nature walk on North Bull Island is one of the best hikes in Dublin and is the perfect weekend activity when the sun is…

The Wonderful Barn in Leixlip, County Kildare, Ireland, featuring its unique corkscrew spiral stone staircase and conical shape under a cloudy sky.

7 of the Best Things to do in Kildare on a Dublin Day Trip

Living in Ireland, it’s easy to look outward and focus on international trips. We did that ourselves for years. However, there are so many beautiful…

A white stone fountain shaped like a giant pyramid of grapes with large green painted leaves at the base, located in a paved public square in Azeitão.

What’s It Like to Take a Setúbal Wine Tour from Lisbon?

Portugal is most well-known internationally for the wines of the Douro Valley and Alentejo. But, did you know that Portugal actually has fourteen distinct wine regions? We’ve…

Historic city center of Évora, Portugal: View of Giraldo Square with its iconic 16th-century fountain, cobblestone pavement, and traditional Alentejo architecture.

Lisbon to Evora: Your 1 or 2-Day History & Wine Escape in Portugal

Escape the busyness of Lisbon and step back in time (with a glass of fantastic wine in hand!) in the lovely city of Évora. Whether…

A scenic view of the medieval town of Óbidos, Portugal, featuring the historic Óbidos Castle and fortified stone walls overlooking traditional white-washed houses with terracotta roofs.

18 Cool Things to do in Óbidos (During the Óbidos Chocolate Festival)

If you love chocolate as much as I do, the Óbidos Chocolate Festival is a great opportunity to visit one of the most popular (and…

A row of historic Mock Tudor buildings in South West London featuring classic half-timbered facades and leaded windows above the Cloisters Mall and local shops.

24 Things to do in South West London Accessible from Kingston Upon Thames

Some of England’s most noteworthy tourist attractions are located in South West London. We decided to spend a week’s workcation based in Kingston upon Thames…