Today I will tell you about the origin of the legend of The Rooster of Portugal, and by the way about an excursion to a village in the north of Portugal called Barcelos, where this legend originated. Barcelos is a beautiful village in northern Portugal, 60 kilometers north of Porto. So it is a fascinating…
It was eight o’clock in the morning, and the thermometer read a cozy six below zero as we embarked on our trip to Zalipie and Tarnow. We were waiting for the car that would take us to our first destination on the route we had for today, Zalipie. By the way, we have yet to…
The historic center of Krakow Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-see of the city. In this post, I share everything you can see and do in the center of Krakow. I recommend starting with a guided and free walking tour of Krakow on your first trip. What to See in…
Have you seen the film “The Pianist” by Roman Polański? I had no idea what the Warsaw Ghetto was like until I saw the film. You will not be able to imagine what life was like in Warsaw because it was left completely destroyed. Trying to imagine what it was like to walk through its…
One does visit the Auschwitz concentration camp, nor its extension in Birkenau, to have an excellent time, nor to “do entertainment tourism or selfies.” One visits the memorial to the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp to become aware and learn more about its history. We realize how far people can go if we lose the fundamental values…
Haar Castle is a must-see if you are visiting the city of Utrecht. It is located on the city’s outskirts, about thirty minutes by car or one hour if you go by public transport. Visit Haar Castle Utrecht I really love visiting castles. We do it in Spain very often because they are a part…
Today, I will write to you about the best things to do in Lisbon and some side trips you must do. Lisbon is a beautiful city you should visit from time to time because it is just incredible. Lisbon, Europe’s Western Capital Lisbon is unique in many ways; it is the most important city in…
Thailand is a country of contrasts. The first time I set foot on Thai soil, I did not have much experience traveling or getting to know other cultures. Although I knew and expected that I would encounter many things that would shock me, it is one thing to understand and quite another to live it….
Bangkok, I visited in 2007, yet I feel I have not been there. I left with the feeling of not seeing anything or missing everything. I think my feeling was right; I have to go back. I suppose it is because it is a world so different from the one I know that everything you…
Bucharest is a city you have to visit at least once. For many reasons, not just because it is a beautiful city, which it is. Neither because it is a city proud of its culture and its history, that too. But because it is a city that teaches you how to preserve the values and…
I’m so excited to share the best things to do in Rotterdam with you. This is a unique and surprising city. A must-visit destination with something for everyone, from museums and historic buildings to windmills and world-class architecture. Located in the Netherlands, this port town has so much history and culture that you won’t believe…
In this post, I will tell you how to visit Kilmainham Gaol, the old Dublin jail, now converted into a museum to remember history. Kilmainham Gaol. Its name doesn’t tell me anything at first glance, but the way it’s pronounced is guttural as if coming from the back of the throat. As if pronouncing its…
Rueda is an excellent place for wine tourism. We had wanted to do a wine route for quite some time, and we finally found the day to do it, and we chose La Seca in Rueda to start. It is an area that we have loved, both the surrounding towns and the people. The idea…
Bucharest, the capital of Romania, is a city that will surprise you. You can see in a few steps why they call it the Paris of the East. In addition, you can take the route to the castles and visit Dracula’s castle. Keep reading; in this post, we tell you how to organize and what…
I’ve always wanted to visit Niagara Falls since I was little. Of course, it was Superman’s fault, saving that boy who was playing on the railing. The fact is that Niagara Falls’ image was recorded on my retina, and since then, I have always wanted to go, and I was lucky enough to be able…
Death Valley, a visit to the California desert Death Valley is a desert and a National Park located in southeastern California, about 240 kilometers west of Las Vegas, and a must-visit place for travelers on Route 66, Las Vegas, or the West Coast of the United States. Itinerary from Las Vegas Below I tell you…
The Algarve and Alentejo area in southern Portugal will make you fall in love. There are beaches for everyone, from small, crowded coves to giant, virtually empty beaches. You can go kayaking, snorkeling, surfing. Southern Portugal is a mind-blowing place! The Best Beaches in Southern Portugal Every time I approach the sea and have the…
This article is essential to plan your road trip on Route 66. It answers many of the questions you have asked us when organizing your road trip on Route 66. How do I organize with the hotels? Where do I sleep? Where is it cheaper or more welcoming How to Book Hotels & Motels on…
The North Coast 500 is a circular Scotland route that starts and ends in Inverness. It’s approximately 500 miles (about 800 kilometers) long and has the Scottish Highlands’ most astonishing landscape. The first-day stretch road trip on North coast 500 is from Inverness to Applecross, but we extended to the Isle of Skye. Read: 5…
We had been on a road trip for a few days in England and Scotland and were on our way to Glencoe. We got up very early that morning because we had a bad night… We slept in the tent, and although the location was very bucolic, we were quite unprotected. Moreover, it had been…
Today, we discuss an extraordinary trip and how to visit the Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona. Whether you’re traveling to Las Vegas or you’re going to Los Angeles, or you’re road-tripping US Route 66, or you go to Yellowstone Park, or even if you’re going to be 1000 km around the Grand Canyon, I…
In the last article, we told you about what to see from Edinburgh to Stirling. Today, we continue this fabulous road trip from Stirling to Glencoe, a town tragically known for the Glencoe massacre that we’ll talk about a little more later. We start in Stirling in the morning, I do not know if I…
Loch Ness is one of Scotland’s most famous lakes, and probably in the world. Full of mystery and legends and famous for Nessy, the Loch Ness monster. So on our road trip through Scotland in 15 days, we have to visit this place. Here, you will find our experience, recommendations to visit and also what…
Here’s our first selection of music to travel and enjoy on your road trips. 200 songs perfect for travel by car. I don’t know if you’ll be the same way of thinking like me, but music is a key factor for me while I’m traveling. There are indeed times when what I need is a…
Visiting the most beautiful villages in the south of France is something you have to do. In general, you will like visiting France for many reasons, it is a beautiful and safe country, and for us, it also has a border with Spain, which allows us to go by car and make a route very…
Marseille is one of the most beautiful coastal cities in Europe, a destination that can’t be missed. This city has something for everyone with an incredible view of the Mediterranean sea and the Capital of Côte d’Azur. Whether you are looking to party with friends or enjoy some time off on your own, there are…
Guimaraes is one of those little cities you must visit at least once in your lifetime. It is in the northern part of Portugal, 120 kilometers from Vigo and about 60 km from Porto. It is a fantastic excursion if you visit Porto for a few days. Porto is a beautiful city with gorgeous villages…
Porto is a beautiful city that surprises everyone who visits it. The city of Porto in northern Portugal is an amazing city you must visit. You can spend two fantastic days or more, and you don’t get bored. In this post, I will tell you the best things to do in Porto and a few…
Iguazu Falls are one of the most spectacular natural wonders in the world, located on the border between Argentina and Brazil, and can be visited in 4 days. In this post, you’ll find a 4-day Iguazu Falls itinerary for both Argentina and Brazil sides. And also a quick practical guide to getting there, where to…
Rio is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, and for a good reason. This vibrant city has its own unique culture that will make you feel like you’re on vacation from your vacation. Rio has something for everyone, from its natural beauty to its lively street art. You’ll never regret visiting…
The American Highway 66, also known as the “Mother Road,” or just Route 66, is a highway from Chicago to LA. It existed for around 50 years before it was decommissioned in 1985. This blog post will highlight some of the most scenic spots you should visit when driving on Route 66, from Chicago to…
Route 66 is one of the most famous roads in the World. Not because it’s the most spectacular or the longest, but because it symbolizes some of the core values of the United States: diversity and freedom. We have been asked many times about the U.S. Route 66 major cities, and we always come to…
In this post, we’ll talk about visiting Chicago and the route 66 remaining. Today, I’m writing the last post of this Route 66 series. Traveling along Route 66 is a great experience, and writing this series about how to do it was another great experience. I hope you’ll find it interesting and useful. We will…
Today you arrive in Chicago!! You are finishing US Route 66 with this final stretch from Bloomington to Chicago!!! You have driven a lot of miles. There were two feelings for me this day. On the one hand, I was eager to reach my final destination. But, on the other hand, I felt pity because…
Are you one step away from completing Route 66 or just starting your journey? In today’s post, you’ll find what to do and visit from St. Louis to Bloomington (or vice versa). If you start in St Louis, Missouri. You must visit the Chain of Rocks Bridge and the city of St Louis, and you…
Today we begin in Springfield to St. Louis, Missouri. There’s little to finish on Route 66! We’ve traveled at least 1,600 miles (probably more), and we still have 512 miles ahead to get to Chicago (counting today). The day after tomorrow, we will be entering Chicago. We are in the state of Missouri, and we…
In today’s blog post, you will leave Oklahoma, passing through Kansas to finish in Springfield, Missouri, the birthplace of Route 66. The stretch you do today is relatively long, 213 miles. Considering the stops and all along, today you will be a good long time on the road. Especially because there are plenty of things…
Today you have a relatively short section, 160 miles within the state of Oklahoma. And enjoy this picturesque state on Route 66. You are in a state where storms are common and also tornadoes. We got caught by a storm, and the sky went really dark, almost black, but nothing serious to panic about. Check…
Today you start in Amarillo, Texas, and finish in Clinton, Oklahoma. Again you are going to cross from one state to another. Then, finally, you’ll enter the state of Oklahoma. Its slogan is “Native America.” Its name comes from two words of the Native Americans, and it means “red people.” As its slogan clearly says,…
In today’s blog post, you’ll find all the information on road-tripping from Santa Rosa, NM, to Amarillo, TX. The best things to do and the best places to stop and visit. It’s a journey of 172 miles. You will pass through Tucumcari, Vega, and Adrian and arrive in Amarillo, Texas. Today you’ll cross the Midpoint….
After a night in Grants, New Mexico, you’ll have an exciting day driving to Santa Rosa. Today, I propose a little detour on the route, but I really think you’ll love it! Shall we? Check Out: Route 66: EZ66 GUIDE For Travelers Hotels and Motels on Route 66 Route 66: Strecht from Grants to Santa Rosa…
This is the fifth day of Route 66. Today’s section is relatively short; from Holbrook to Grants, about 157 miles, about 250 kilometers. We started in Holbrook, if yesterday we gave time to everything, we do not have much to do already in this city, and therefore it is our turn to have a good…
The best things to do between Kingman, Az, and Holbrook, Az, on Historic Route 66. You will drive across Arizona, “The Grand Canyon State,” on Route 66. You will visit the must-visit places like Kingman, Seligman, or Flagstaff. In addition, you will pass by some of the sites mentioned in the famous song “Get Your…
In this post, we will discuss what to see in the section from Amboy, CA, to Kingman, AZ, on Route 66. It is a 143-mile stretch where we will cross from California to Arizona and enjoy the desert, ghost towns, and small charming towns. First, if you’re starting to organize your trip, read the Route…
Today’s post will drive the stretch on Route 66 from Los Angeles to Amboy. It’s 209 miles to leisurely drive and sees some of the most famous attractions on Mother Road. At this moment, “Get your kicks on Route 66” makes a lot of sense. That is the title of Bobby Troup’s song. He composed…
We’ve compiled a list of the best things to do in Los Angeles and Route 66. So whether you’re looking for an adrenaline rush, some culture, or just want to see the sights, this guide has something for everyone! Los Angeles, it’s a great place for travelers to experience and enjoy their trip. This blog…
Hi everyone! This is the beginning of a post series about Route 66. It’s a pleasure to tell you all about one of the best road trips we’ve ever done. First of all, let me tell you I’m not a native English speaker. You’ll probably find spelling or grammar mistakes; if so, please let me…
Route 66, the historic U.S. highway that connects Chicago to Los Angeles, is one of America’s most iconic highways. This blog post will explore where you should begin your Route 66 adventure- should you start in Chicago or Los Angeles? The answer is up to you! So today, I will comment on the pros and…