Best Brunch in Zagreb: 5 Must-Try Places

Eggs Benedict brunch and Zagreb cathedral in the background.

Best Brunch in Zagreb: 5 Must-Try Places I take brunch way too seriously, to the point that I bullied my husband into loving it (successfully). Whenever we travel, the first thing I research isn’t museums or “hidden gems,” it’s where we’re having pancakes, eggs, and a third coffee.  And because I’m a local in Zagreb, […]

15 Best Things to Do in Zagreb (From a Local’s Point of View)

Zagreb panorama with the cathedral in main focus

15 Best Things to Do in Zagreb (From a Local’s Point of View) Zagreb often gets skipped for the coast, and that’s a mistake. I travel a lot, and for a long time, I kept comparing every city I visited to my own. But I realized that’s not fair, Zagreb doesn’t try to compete. It’s […]

Zagreb in 2 Days: A Local City Break Itinerary (with Food & Markets)

Zagreb Art Pavilion and the statue of King Tomislav.

Zagreb in 2 Days: A Local City Break Itinerary (with Food & Markets) If you are thinking how many days you need for Zagreb city break, two days is all you need to feel the city’s rhythm. Zagreb isn’t flashy, it’s the kind of place that grows on you quietly, through morning markets, easy walks, […]

Zagreb Christmas Market 2025: Local Tips, Food & Hotels

Zrinjevac blue lights on Zagreb Christmas Market

Zagreb Christmas Market 2025: Local Tips, Food & Hotels Zagreb might not be the first city that comes to mind when you think “Christmas magic”, but trust me, it should be. It’s festive, cozy, and not (yet) as overrun as Vienna, Budapest or Prague. And because I live here and I’ve basically done it every […]

Prague in 2 Days: Local Itinerary with Food, Coffee & Views

Prague bridges view from Letna Park.

Prague in 2 Days: Local Itinerary with Food, Coffee & Views Prague is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! I wasn’t sure how to start this post, but I think I’ve found the right way. 😊 I’ve lived in Prague for three years, and I originally wrote this blog post to mark my six-month anniversary here. It’s been collecting dust […]

Top 5 Hikes in Madeira (2025): Full Guide with Maps and Tips

On Top of Pico Ruivo mountain.

Top 5 Hikes in Madeira (2025): Full Guide with Maps and Tips If there’s one thing Madeira does better than dramatic coastline views and addictive bolo do caco, it’s hiking. This island is basically one massive trail network disguised as a holiday destination. From ancient levadas winding through laurel forests to narrow cliffside paths that’ll […]

Prague Public Transport Guide: How to Get from the Airport + Tickets & Maps

Prague tram crossing the bridge below Prague castle.

Prague Public Transport Guide: How to Get from the Airport + Tickets & Maps After living in Prague for three years, one of the things that I loved the most (and still miss it dearly to this day), is how incredibly reliable and well-organized the public transport system is. Whether it’s the metro, trams, or […]

How Much Does a Trip to New York Cost? Real Prices in Euros

New York view from the Top of the Rock

How Much Does a Trip to New York Cost? Real Prices in Euros Traveling to New York had always been my dream, ever since I first watched Sex and the City, not to mention how obsessed I became after Gossip Girl. But of course, there were a few thousand kilometers (and euros) standing between me […]

Best Neighborhoods to Stay in Nairobi as a Tourist (Tested & Approved)

Nairobi city panorama from air

Best Neighborhoods to Stay in Nairobi as a Tourist (Tested & Approved) If you’re planning a trip to Kenya, chances are your first stop will be Nairobi, the country’s lively (and sometimes chaotic) capital. Whether you’re just spending a night before heading on safari or staying a few days to explore, choosing the right area […]

Kenya Safari Tips: How to Book and Plan Your Trip

Giraffes in Masai Mara

Kenya Safari Tips: How to Book and Plan Your Trip Planning a safari in Kenya can feel overwhelming the first time: dozens of parks to choose from, wildly different price ranges, and every agency claiming they’re the best. When I was planning mine, I spent hours figuring out what’s worth booking, when to go, and […]