All Travel Blog Posts
Blog posts include travels throughout the United States, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal and England. We give you our advice and tips on how to make your travels more enjoyable.
We also have tips on how to improve your travel photography.
Visiting the White Cliffs of Dover: a perfect day trip from London
If you want to escape London and see something really spectacular and iconically British, we recommend visiting the White Cliffs of Dover.
Where to Watch the Changing of the Guard in London: Buckingham Palace, St. James’ Palace and Wellington Barracks (2026 Guide)
All the tips and details you need to watch to Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, Saint James’ Palace, and Wellington Barracks.
Postcards from Spain: Travel photos to inspire your next visit
We recently visited Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, and numerous smaller towns in Spain. All photos were taken with a Canon R5, Canon 15-35 f2.8 lens and a Canon 24-105 f4 lens.
Visiting Barcelona for Christmas and Three Kings Day
Barcelona’s Christmas season is a magical time to visit the city. The Three Kings Parade is a highlight.
2 Days in Seville: The Perfect Itinerary for First-Time Visitors (2026)
A two-day Seville visit is perfect to see the highlights including the Real Alcazar, Plaza de España, Setas de Sevilla, and the Cathedral of Seville. We detail the best ways to visit these attractions.
Carrer Petritxol: Everything You Need to Know About Barcelona's Chocolate Street
The complete guide to Carrer Petritxol, Barcelona's famous Chocolate Street. Where to get the best hot chocolate, what to order, and everything you'll want to know before you go
Segovia Day Trip from Madrid: What to See, Eat, and Know Before You Go (2026)
Segovia is one of the best day trips you can make from Madrid. A Roman aqueduct, a fairy tale castle, a Gothic cathedral, and the best roasted suckling pig in Spain. Here's everything you need to plan the perfect day.
Visiting Montserrat: Planning a day trip from Barcelona in 2026
Montserrat is a perfect day trip from Barcelona. It’s an easy trip from Barcelona via mass transit, driving, or tour. The views from Montserrat are breathtaking. We cover everything you need to know for your visit.
Best Things to Do in Madrid: Our Favorite Attractions and Experiences
Madrid, the vibrant capital of Spain, has so many attractions and places to explore a first-time visitor may find it hard to know where to begin.
Here are a few things we feel are must-do attractions in Madrid.
Among our favorite things to do are: the Royal Palace of Madrid, Temple de Debod, Teleferico de Madrid, El Retiro Park, San Miguel Market, and San Gines Chocolate.
Visiting Sagrada Familia in 2026: Tickets, Tips and What to Expect
Tips for visiting Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, the most unique church in Europe. The Basilica, still under construction, was designed by Antoni Gaudí.
Planning your visit to London in Winter
Winter is a wonderful time to visit London. The weather is mild, there are good travel deals and easy access to the major attractions.
How to travel by high-speed train in Italy
High-speed trains are a perfect way to easily and inexpensively travel between cities in Italy.
The Rose Garden of Rome - a fleeting, Springtime joy
For only a few weeks each spring the Rome Rose Garden is an oasis in the heart of the city. It’s an easy visit and it’s free.
6 tips for better travel photos in Italy
Great tips to improve your travel photos. Add foreground elements, use leading lines, photograph at golden hour and many more tips.
Essential Italy Travel Tips for 2026
Italy is a very welcoming and traveler-friendly country. Here are some travel tips we’d like to share, garnered from our own visits.
Visiting Cinque Terre: Planning a one-day visit from Florence
Beautiful Cinque Terre , Italy is an easy one day visit from Florence or Rome. The seashore cliff towns on the Italian Riviera are among the most beautiful sites in Italy.
How to visit Buckingham Palace in 2026
Buckingham Palace offers numerous exciting ways to visit the famous royal residence. We explain the many tour options.
Best spots to photograph NYC
