Are you heading to New Mexico soon and curious about the best day trips from Santa Fe? These amazing Santa Fe day trips have you covered – and they are all great additions to any type of itinerary! Did we leave out any amazing places to visit near Santa Fe? Let us know your favorite […]
Category Archives: Travel Tips
It is no question that visiting the Acropolis in Athens is one of the premier things to do when visiting Greece’s capital city. This guide is here to help! This is a guide covering the essential things you need to know before going to the Acropolis, from Acropolis ticket prices to opening hours and beyond. […]
Tallinn is often cited to be the most beautiful city in the Baltics and for a lot of reasons! While a trip to Tallinn in winter may be a bit cold, it is absolutely worthwhile. This is a guide to things to do in Tallinn during the winter. If you have suggestions of what to […]
Are you planning a trip to go hiking in Jotunheimen National Park in Norway? This guide gives you all the tips (from a Norwegian!) and things to consider before you go! Jotunheim National Park Hiking Guide The magic of wild nature, mighty mountain ranges, remote lakes, and raging weather has been a part of Norwegian […]
Beautiful Alaskan towns, cities, and villages are a dime a dozen. But there is just something about Sitka! This is a guide to the best things to do in Sitka, Alaska for first-time visitors. With a population of over 8,000 people, this Alaska city is located on the western side of Baranof Island and the […]
Kyrgyzstan, Soviet History & Architecture, Things to Do
Issyk-Ata: A Soviet Sanatorium in Kyrgyzstan
My first experience with a Soviet sanatorium was back in Sukhum, Abkhazia in 2013. I had booked a place on Couchsurfing to stay that ran me $1 (free accommodation was illegal at the time in Abkhazia so the hosts were mandated to charge something) and upon my arrival in the city, I was unable to […]