All Entries in the "Europe" Category
What the Irish people and craic taught me about life
On my first trip to Ireland, I was excited to explore Dublin. While this was the first stop on the College Football Travel Tour, I was more interested in the culture and the city than I was the Emerald Isle Classic between Notre Dame and Navy. While I enjoyed the game, I fell in love [...]
A photo journey through Hungary: Budapest, Eger, and Recsk
“I didn’t know what to expect when I arrived. The city is beautiful but this country is not like any other country in Europe. There is something special about this place and it deserves a lot more attention than it gets.” Those were my impressions of Hungary after a few days in Budapest, Eger, and [...]
Scottish clans, a Maori tribe, and a World War II hero
“So where are you from?” As a traveler, this is a question you get asked by many people when traveling in a foreign country or even close to home. The answer to this question may vary based on who you ask – country, region, state, province, and/or city. Where we are from says a lot [...]
Bograč Festival – bringing cultures together through Slovenian food
Ever since that trip to Eastern Europe, I have been fascinated with Slovenia. The country isn’t very big and probably isn’t on the radar for many people when it comes to visiting Europe. I think part of my love for Slovenia has to do with where I grew up. South Carolina isn’t a big state [...]
Sacramento Scottish Highlands Games and Festival – a photo essay of history
This wasn’t my first Scottish Highlands Games and Festival. However, this one was different. I met up with old friends, Scottish Highlands Games professional athletes, and made new ones as well. And this time, you get a chance to see how big these men really are. Bagpipes, Scottish music, kilts, and food. Yep, they were [...]
7 off the beaten path places in Europe that tell a story
The Eiffel Tower. The Colosseum. Big Ben. The iconic landmarks of Europe. There is a reason that places like Paris, Rome, and London are popular with tourists. Western Europe is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. However, “off the beaten path” destinations allow you to experience a different side of Europe [...]
The ultimate Slovenia travel guide and resource page
For those planning a trip to Slovenia, this ultimate Slovenia travel guide will give you an overview of the country, travel guides for each of Slovenia’s regions and geography, adventure travel and outdoor activities, a guide on Slovenian food and wine, places to stay, a list of activities and must-see destinations in Slovenia, and photos [...]
Tourism in Slovenia, life as a tour guide and traveler
Learn more about Slovenia culture, food, people, history, tourism, geography, life in Yugoslavia, war, and more in Part I, Part II, and Part III of my interview with Slovenia Tour Guide Marijan Kriskovic. What is the future of tourism in Slovenia? Can it be one of the next big destinations in Europe? Friend and Slovenian [...]
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