When I visited Cologne for its world-famous Christmas Markets, I was also on the hunt for other fun things to do. Germany’s fourth-largest city did not disappoint. In fact, with its UNESCO-listed Cathedral and over 30 museums, I was rather spoiled for choice. If you are looking to soak up some culture on a city-break […]
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Two Perfect Days in San Jose, California
You might not be familiar with San Jose, California, but you’ve almost certainly heard of Silicon Valley. Apple, Facebook, Google, Netflix, PayPal, Ebay, Twitter, and a slew of other tech companies are all headquartered here. San Jose is the Valley’s largest city and on par with Zurich and Oslo financially. But San Jose has more […]
Fun Things to Do in Santa Cruz, California
I know the Mamas and the Papas were singing an ode to Los Angeles, but to me Santa Cruz is the epitome of “California Dreamin’”. The city is nestled between a rugged coastline renowned for surfing and forests thick with towering redwood trees. Colorful towns cling to the cliffs and dogs frolic on crescent-shaped beaches. […]
Top Things to Do in Georgetown, SC
Georgetown is the third oldest city in South Carolina and one of the most charming. It’s located in between popular destinations Charleston and Myrtle Beach, and often overlooked or visited on a short day trip. But there are enough things to do in Georgetown, SC to warrant a longer stay. The city dates to 1729 […]
Two Days in Chiang Mai: What to Do and Eat
Chiang Mai is a laid back town nestled in the mountains of northern Thailand. It’s about as far from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok as you can get. In fact, I think the vibe feels closer to sleepy Vientiane, Laos than to the busy Thai capital. But thanks to its compact size, two days […]