Travel As I See It

  • 3 Eastern European Cities That’ll Make You Rethink Your Backpacking Itinerary

    As much as I hate the term “off-the-beaten-path,” in Europe there’s, without a doubt, a dividing line between the usual destinations and the unusual. Every year, that line seems to move further east. Starting with the stunning success of Prague and Krakow following the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe (I still can’t believe that… Read More

    3 Eastern European Cities That’ll Make You Rethink Your Backpacking Itinerary

  • 6 Must-Have Experiences in Japan For Your Next Trip

    We all know that Japan’s a bucket-list destination par excellence. Beyond the usual suspects in every Japanese itinerary though, are experience even more worthy of your time & energy than first meets the eye. From scouring the back alleys of Japan’s biggest cities among cherry blossoms to soaking out all your stress (and them some) in… Read More

    6 Must-Have Experiences in Japan For Your Next Trip

  • Where to See & Feel the Soul of the Cold War in Berlin, Germany

    If you’re a Cold War kid like me, there’s a good chance that any visit to Berlin will be riddled with a little nostalgia. One of the things I love most of Berlin (and, trust me, there’s a ton!) is how intimately connected this city is to the memories of my childhood. No, I didn’t… Read More

    Where to See & Feel the Soul of the Cold War in Berlin, Germany

  • 4 Indisputable Reasons You Need to Visit Bali Now

    There are few places I love more than Bali. Despite all its flaws (and, yes, I’ll admit there’s more than a few), not many destinations on earth have quite the same feel as this popular Indonesian island. Unsure of whether visiting Bali is the right move for your trip to Asia? Here’s a quick list… Read More

    4 Indisputable Reasons You Need to Visit Bali Now

5 Must-See Historical Sites in Krakow For Your Poland Trip

Ever since I first made it to Poland, Krakow's been one of my favorite places in Europe. Some might say that it's getting a tad too popular these days (shall we call it the Prague curse?), but there's something special about the cultural hub of Poland that's truly easy to love. Maybe it's the day . . .

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Bologna: The Ultimate Italian City for Foodies

Ready for the ultimate Italian food feast? The answer's not in Rome, Venice, Florence or Pisa. It's in Bologna, the breadbasket of Emilia-Romagna, and—as many would say!—quite possible of Italy as a whole. While Bologna doesn't crack often first-time Italy itineraries, anyone with even a passing . . .

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Is Dubai Overrated As a Travel Destination?

We've all been wowed by pictures of Dubai's ultra-modern skyline that have landed this small desert emirate on many-a Middle Eastern bucket list. But is visiting this oil-rich oasis really as amazing as it seems to be? Unpopular opinion alert: It probably isn't. While Dubai no doubt has its . . .

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6 Things You Need to Know Before Visiting Vietnam

Even if you're a seasoned Asia travel pro, Vietnam can be a tough destination to swallow. While some travelers absolutely fall in love with the dragon-shaped coastal country, for others, traveling to Vietnam is, frankly, a huge pain in the ass. Give yourself a better chance to love your trip to . . .

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