Padua is located in the Veneto region of Northern Italy, and often overshadowed by its more famous neighbors, Venice and Verona. But don’t let that fool you into thinking that Padua isn’t worth visiting! The city is home to the world’s first botanical garden and a renowned university where Galileo and Copernicus honed their scientific […]
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Two Magical Days in Venice
Venice is unlike any other city in the world. Marble palaces rise up from the Venetian Lagoon, appearing to float on water. There are canals instead of roads, and the only way to get around is by boat or by foot. Cruising down the Grand Canal, you follow in the wake of Venetian traders and […]
Nara Day Trip: One Day in Japan’s Deer City
Nara, Japan is one of the most unique destinations in the world. The ancient city predates Kyoto as Japan’s first capital. It boasts many important temples and shrines, including eight UNESCO sites and one of the largest bronze Buddha statues in the world. But it’s Nara’s welcoming committee that makes a visit here memorable. Nara […]
Himeji Castle Day Trip from Osaka – Is it Worth It?
Himeji-jo is widely considered to be the best of Japan’s remaining original castles. UNESCO praises its masterful wooden construction and gleaming white walls. Locals lovingly call it the “White Egret Castle,” since the 400-year-old main keep perched atop a hill is said to resemble a bird in flight. Himeji is 100 kilometers from Osaka and […]
A Weekend Guide to Tartu, Estonia
Tartu, Estonia is a hidden gem of Northern Europe. Located two and a half hours southeast of Tallinn, this university town is often overlooked by tourists. But there are tons of fun things to do in Tartu! The Estonian National Museum is worth the drive alone, as it showcases the best of the country’s rich […]