By: The Well-Worn Passport October 18, 2019November 18, 2019 Tips & Inspirationfeatured, France, French, French Countryside, medeival, Medieval places, Midi-Pyrenees, South of France, travel, Travel France, Travel Inspiration2 Comments

Discover Figeac and the Midi-Pyrénées

Let me start by giving credit where credit is due. Figeac is a rather unheard of small town in the Midi-Pyrénées (recently renamed the Occitanie region). You probably won’t find it highlighted in popular travel guidebooks like Lonely Planet or Fodor’s Travel. Instead, my parents stumbled across the town by reading about it in a…

A Cooking Class in Tuscany: Why it’s Sometimes Worth it to Splurge

As Dewey and I are currently living off a modest budget that we saved up for over two years, we’re quite versed in the art of picking and choosing what to spend our money on while making our way across Europe. In general, my philosophy is to value experience over material items. For example, if…

By: The Well-Worn Passport April 30, 2019March 23, 2020 Tips & InspirationBackpacking, Balkans, Bosnia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnian Cuisine, Discover, Eastern Europe, featured, Mostar, Things to do, Things to do in Mostar, travel, Travel Tips4 Comments

8 Things to Do in Mostar That Make it More Than Just a Day Trip

Surrounded by massive mountains with the aqua-blue Neretva River running through it and a remarkable stone bridge, the old town in Mostar looks very much like a fairy tale. It’s a city that doesn’t get as much attention as some of its Balkan neighbors; yet, its diverse ethnic makeup, complicated past, and lingering Ottoman influence…

By: The Well-Worn Passport March 9, 2019October 19, 2019 Tips & InspirationAlps, charming, Europe, featured, hidden places, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, travel, Travel Switzerland, Undiscovered places, Where to stay2 Comments

Charming Sachseln

I sat in awe, staring out of a wide, clear window as our train weaved through massive snowcapped mountains past glacial-blue lakes. I knew that Switzerland is one of the most beautiful countries in Europe; it’s a popular destination favored by travel accounts and I’d seen it on my Instagram feed many times. But even…

By: The Well-Worn Passport March 2, 2019October 19, 2019 Tips & Inspirationchristmas, christmas markets, featured, germany, places to visit, roman ruins, travel, travel germany, trierLeave a Comment

Why Trier Should Be the Next City You Visit in Germany

When planning a trip to Germany, places like Berlin and Munich are among the typical cities people choose to visit. Travelers don’t usually have Trier on their radar, mostly because they haven’t heard much about it. I’ll admit, when planning the cities Dewey and I were going to visit in Germany, it took some research…

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Coffee, Biscotti, and the Importance of Being Kind

By: The Well-Worn Passport August 13, 2020

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We pulled up in our cab to a pastel pink building in the heart of sleepy Noli where an elderly woman stood on the steps to the entrance waving enthusiastically. Buongiorno! She greeted us and indicated for us to follow her inside. She led us up a flight of steep, narrow stairs, which she climbed with ease,…

7 Tips for Making the Most of Crowded Dubrovnik

By: The Well-Worn Passport May 12, 2019October 18, 2019

Tips & InspirationBackpacking, Beaches, Croatia, Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik Beaches, Eastern Europe, Things to do, Things to Do in Dubrovnik, travel, Travel Inspiration3 Comments

Dubrovnik is one of the most visited cities in all of Croatia— and for good reason. The Old City is encircled by ancient city walls and when you walk through the gates, you’re instantly transported through time. Inside is a maze of narrow stone streets, medieval palaces and cathedrals, and restaurants around every corner. Not…

13 Traditional Bulgarian Dishes to Try

By: The Well-Worn Passport April 17, 2019December 20, 2019

Food & DrinkBalkans, bulgaria, Culture, Dining, Eastern Europe, Food, Traditional Bulgarian food, Traditional food, travel, what to eat in bulgaria3 Comments

I spent about a month in Bulgaria, and in that time I fell in love with Bulgarian cuisine. In fact, it was probably my favorite cuisine of all the countries I’ve visited so far. Bulgarian history is complicated. The country has been a crossroads of many civilizations throughout time, and thus, its food is a…

The Reality of Travel: A Disaster in Bulgaria

By: The Well-Worn Passport March 29, 2019October 18, 2019

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When traveling for a long time like I am, issues are bound to happen. Even if you’re only traveling for a week, problems can occur. Everything isn’t going to run as smoothly as you might hope. That’s just the reality of travel. You can do your best to research and plan so that you’re prepared,…

Why Vienna is the Perfect City to Visit in the Off-Season

By: The Well-Worn Passport March 19, 2019March 13, 2020

Tips & InspirationAustria, Off-season, Things to do, travel, Vienna9 Comments

Traveling in the off-season has its perks; the low airfares and discounted accommodation enables you to travel abroad without spending a fortune and sights are often less crowded. Also, workers can sometimes be nicer and more helpful because they aren’t dealing with the craziness and large amounts of people that accompany the tourist season (okay,…

Day Trip to Peles Castle

By: The Well-Worn Passport March 3, 2019October 18, 2019

Day Trips & ExcursionsBest things to do, Brasov, Bucharest, Castle, Day Trips, Excursions, Romania, Things to do, travel3 Comments

Day Trip from Bucharest or Brasov, Romania Peles Castle’s stunning Neo-Renaissance architecture and location in the scenic Carpathian Mountains in Sinaia, Romania makes this castle a must-see if you are staying in Bucharest or Brasov. Its beauty is considered to rival that of Schloss Neuschwanstein in Bavaria (I personally preferred Peles, but that’s just me). Built…

7 Things to Do in the Winter in Copenhagen

By: The Well-Worn Passport February 26, 2019December 2, 2019

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With Christmas markets, glogg stands, museums, and the magical Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen is one of the best European cities to visit in the winter. We spent 5 days in the city, which was plenty of time to enjoy the sights and relax. Whether you are visiting for a week or just a few days, here…

Saving Money in Copenhagen

By: The Well-Worn Passport February 26, 2019October 18, 2019

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Copenhagen is a colorful city where unusual sights and attractions combine to offer a unique cultural experience. It’s a city composed of juxtapositions. It’s fast-paced, yet relaxing, where modern buildings sit across from 17th century architecture. Copenhagen is the only place in Europe where you will find an amusement park, a hippy commune, and national…

Dining in Dublin

By: The Well-Worn Passport February 26, 2019December 13, 2019

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In the 11 weeks I’ve been in Dublin, I’ve tried TONS of different restaurants (does going out to eat count as a hobby?). Dublin is a foodie city, and I have been in foodie heaven. From traditional Irish cuisine to Asian street food and Spanish tapas, here is a list of some of my favorite…

A Day Trip to Howth

By: The Well-Worn Passport September 5, 2018October 18, 2019

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The sky is overcast with strips of sunlight piercing through the clouds. The air is crisp, with a faint, salty smell from the fishermen’s most recent catch in the harbor below. It’s a cool 45 degree day, and I am comfortable in my white down jacket and beanie hat that covers my ears. I’m walking…