by Hi! I am Caroline | Dec 2, 2024 | Europe, Portugal
Endless little paths winding between fluorescent green pastures, over rolling hills and lush forests, transporting visitors between waterfalls, craters, vineyards, and quaint fisherman villages. Sounds like the ingredients of a perfect road trip does it not? Renting a...
by Hi! I am Caroline | Dec 2, 2024 | Europe, Portugal
The youngest of the volcanic islands, Faial, is oftentimes quite literally overshadowed by neighboring Pico and Terceira. While it is smaller in size, it has arguably one of the best hikes and vulcanic museums to be found in the archipelago. There are plenty of things...
by Hi! I am Caroline | Nov 29, 2024 | Europe, Portugal
A little blip in the Atlantic Ocean carpeted in black basalt-lined vineyards dating back half a millennium, a larger-than-life Vulcano – often enveloped in bruma (mist) and surrounded by the sapphire-colored sea. This is Pico the third largest of the nine...
by Hi! I am Caroline | Nov 25, 2024 | Europe, Portugal
From the plane, we saw verdant rolling hills neatly cut into little squares by black rock walls, crystalline waters and a dark-colored landmass seemingly floating off the coast of the island. We would soon learn these were active volcanoes, vulcanic rock walls and...
by Hi! I am Caroline | Nov 12, 2024 | Belgium, Europe
Looking for a hidden gem in Belgium? Liège is a lively city with a rich history, from medieval times to its industrial heyday. Just an hour by train from Brussels, it’s packed with unique attractions, stunning architecture, and local charm. Discover 10 unmissable...