Category Archives: Things to Do

10 Amazing and Worthwhile Day Trips from Riga, Latvia

10 awesome riga day trips to take

I have been to Riga, Latvia about twenty times. I’ve had long trips, short layovers, and weekend breaks there. One of the best things about the Latvian capital are the many day trips from Riga available to visitors. This is a guide of the best Riga day trips. Best Day Trips from Riga, Latvia I […]

Mauritius Snorkeling Guide: Best Places For Snorkeling in Mauritius

Mauritius Snorkeling Guide: Best Places For Snorkeling in Mauritius

Snorkeling in Mauritius can give travelers the opportunity to see a whole new universe when visiting the island.  There are so many stellar underwater scenes that are just vying to be viewed and marveled at.   This Mauritius snorkeling guide shows you how to get undersea on your Mauritius trip – from etiquette and rules to […]

My Top 17 Favorite Things to Do in Astana, Kazakhstan (Nur-Sultan)

baiterek at sunset in astana kazahstan

Believe it or not, I traveled back to Astana, Kazakhstan.  I said it would never happen after my last trip there and I was pretty insistent on that for years.  But times changed, I grew up, and I came to realize that there were probably things to do in Astana these days that didn’t exist […]

Santorini in Winter: Why You Should Go + Things to Do

Santorini in Winter: Why You Should Go + Things to Do

Santorini is one of the most popular destinations in Europe and over 2 million people visit the volcanic Greek island annually (excluding cruise ships).  This is a guide about low-season on the island- what to expect and do when visiting Santorini in winter. Spending winter in Santorini is a smart choice if you’re looking for […]