Exploring Charles Bridge and Discovering Prague's Enduring Charm

28/2/2017

Updated in 2022! Discover the secrets of the centuries-old Charles Bridge in the timeless city of Prague.

Note: Our time in Prague was part of a sponsored press trip. This post may contain affiliate links and ads.

The view from the middle of the bridge. You can see one of the Gothic bridge towers in the background.

We've adapted a new mantra when we're asked for travel advice these days and it goes something like this. When people say that they want to visit Paris, we always pause and ask if they're sure they don't mean Prague. It's no slight against Paris, but I think when it comes to European beauty, charm, romance, and cobblestones, most would-be visitors are craving Prague (and they don't even know it!)

The city is home to fine bakeries, delightful public squares, and, of course, is no stranger to beautiful bridges. Plan your trip to Paris all the same. Just consider adding Prague onto that itinerary! We were fortunate to spend 4 days in the heart of the city, next to the legendary Charles Bridge, and we found reason after reason to starting recommending "The Golden City" along with "The City of Lights".

Exploring Bern With Rose Colored Glasses.

22/2/2017

With a few furry friends by my side, I was ready to explore a new corner of Bern.

Our visit to Bern was facilitated in part by the local tourism board and we thank them for their support. All research, writing, and opinions remain our own.

Everything is coming up roses in Bern! Switzerland's capital city might be less visited than its popular neighbors, like Geneva, Zurich, and the ski resorts of the Alps, but it's a prime travel destination that stands tall on its own. The city's small size is ideal for walking (translation: doing a chocolate shop crawl) yet big enough to offer days worth of exploration and encourage multiple trips.

My first trip to Bern was over 15 years ago and I fell in love with the city. Back then, I enjoyed long walks along the river - and a few swims too! - and had a wonderful time exploring the medieval city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But there were many corners that beckoned me to explore further and I finally had the opportunity recently to return to Bern, making it my final destination of a 13 country trip. It was the perfect destination to cap off an incredible journey and a visit to Bern's Rose Garden was just the thing to end the trip on a high note. Here's what I loved about our adventure.

Our Awesome Do-It-Yourself Budapest Self Guided Walking Tour

1/2/2017

Guest blogger Cris from LookNWalk takes us on the perfect Budapest self guided walking tour for beginners.

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Budapest self guided walking tour: Bridges in Budapest.

A highlight of any Budapest self guided walking tour - the beautiful bridges.

The amazing capital of Hungary, Budapest is an enchanting city and a great hub for your Central-Eastern European explorations. Whether you have a couple of days or couple of hours on your hands to explore, setting out on a do-it-yourself Budapest self guided walking tour is a rewarding experience and the perfect way to get your bearings. (By the way, in case you made your way here looking for info on a free walking tour, Budapest has a lot of them. You can see some valuable reviews here

Budapest literally speaks the tale of two cities: Buda and Pest. The city-center is rather compact, making it ideal for walking, and great public transportation makes it easy to get to places further away. This self-guided tour focuses mostly on Pest and starts in Elizabeth Square (which is easily reachable via Deak F. Ter metro stop). (It's also just a short walk from Ryan and Vanessa's beloved hotel, Hotel Moments Budapest. If you want to know where to stay in Budapest, you'll want to read their review here!)

Exploring Charles Bridge and Discovering Prague's Enduring Charm

Updated in 2022! Discover the secrets of the centuries-old Charles Bridge in the timeless city of Prague.

Note: Our time in Prague was part of a sponsored press trip. This post may contain affiliate links and ads.

Exploring Bern With Rose Colored Glasses.

With a few furry friends by my side, I was ready to explore a new corner of Bern.

Our visit to Bern was facilitated in part by the local tourism board and we thank them for their support. All research, writing, and opinions remain our own.

Our Awesome Do-It-Yourself Budapest Self Guided Walking Tour

Guest blogger Cris from LookNWalk takes us on the perfect Budapest self guided walking tour for beginners.

This post may contain affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase through said link, we'll be paid a small commission and we thank you for your support.

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Exploring Charles Bridge and Discovering Prague's Enduring Charm

Updated in 2022! Discover the secrets of the centuries-old Charles Bridge in the timeless city of Prague. Note: Our time in Prague was part of a sponsored press trip. This post may contain affiliate links and ads.

Exploring Bern With Rose Colored Glasses.

With a few furry friends by my side, I was ready to explore a new corner of Bern. ​Our visit to Bern was facilitated in part by the local tourism board and we thank them for their support. All research, writing, and opinions remain our own.

Our Awesome Do-It-Yourself Budapest Self Guided Walking Tour

Guest blogger Cris from LookNWalk takes us on the perfect Budapest self guided walking tour for beginners. ​This post may contain affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase through said link, we'll be paid a small commission and we thank you for your support.

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Updated in 2022! Discover the secrets of the centuries-old Charles Bridge in the timeless city of Prague.

Note: Our time in Prague was part of a sponsored press trip. This post may contain affiliate links and ads.

With a few furry friends by my side, I was ready to explore a new corner of Bern.

Our visit to Bern was facilitated in part by the local tourism board and we thank them for their support. All research, writing, and opinions remain our own.

Guest blogger Cris from LookNWalk takes us on the perfect Budapest self guided walking tour for beginners.

This post may contain affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase through said link, we'll be paid a small commission and we thank you for your support.