Whether you’re exploring Oregon wine country or visiting someone at WOU, you might find yourself in the fine towns of Monmouth or Independence, Oregon. Since Monmouth has become our “home base” when we’re not traveling the world, we decided to do some research. What are the best things to do? What are the best restaurants…
If there were such a thing as a Digital Nomad Capital of the world, Chiang Mai, Thailand would be it. Since becoming location independent, this was the place we kept hearing about over and over. Nearly every nomad and traveler who had been there, raved about it. We had to go and see for ourselves!…
Vietnam has been one of our favorite destinations in Southeast Asia. After multiple stays in Central Vietnam and Northern Vietnam, we kept hearing great things about the mountain city of Dalat. We finally got to visit DaLat Vietnam in 2023, where our excellent homestay hosts helped introduce us to the city and culture of Da…
Being centrally located on the Dalmatian Coast, there are many great day trips from Zadar, including famous national parks, scenic islands, and some off the beaten path destinations. We had the pleasure of staying in Zadar, Croatia for a month in the Fall. Many of these day trips we were able to do ourselves. For…
As one of the first UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites in the world, with the outskirts of the city extending about a kilometer away from the equator, Quito, Ecuador is a very special city. As soon as you arrive, you’ll be captivated by this expansive capital city, built on the sides of dramatic mountains and…
Salem, the capital city of Oregon, is located in the heart of the Willamette Valley. It’s around an hour away from Portland. As the capital city, Salem is known for its historic downtown area, with landmarks like the Oregon State Capital and Riverfront City Park. Downtown is also a great place to hang out, whether…
We absolutely love visiting Montreal, Quebec, Canada. If you’re short on time, we’ve distilled the best things into a perfect 2 day Montreal itinerary for you. About Montreal as a Destination: Our Take Whenever we talk to people about must-visit travel destinations, Montreal is rarely high on peoples’ lists. We confess, this used to be…
Personally, I think September in Italy is one of the best times for visitors. In fact, I’m writing this from Italy now, in September, as we typically come here in Autumn. Italy in September and early October usually means good weather and beautiful sunsets. While there are still crowds in Italy’s top destinations and main…
Located on the Adriatic coast of Montenegro, Kotor is a beautiful tourist destination. The region where it’s situated, the Bay of Kotor, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its architecture, surrounding landscapes, rich history, and Mediterranean culture. Kotor is also conveniently located nearby the Croatian city of Dubrovnik, another top Balkan destination and…
Hidden gems in the Willamette Valley are plentiful. Whether you’re looking for a road trip to stop on I-5, planning a day trip from Portland, or you’re a Willamette Valley local looking to explore new places, this list of best things to do in the Mid-Willamette Valley will help. I grew up in the Willamette…