24 Hours in Milan
16 August 2018
With only one day to spend, the idea of conquering Italy’s second-largest city is a big task. I decide to hit the highlights to get a feel for what distinguishes Milan. … More 24 Hours in Milan
Tag: Europe
Three Stockholm Day Trips
13 August 2018
The Stockholm region is naturally beautiful and historically rich. In this post, I take three day trips to explore significant sites spanning the city’s twelve-century history. … More Three Stockholm Day Trips
Midsummer in the Swedish Countryside
2 August 2018
What is Midsummer, and how do the Swedes celebrate it? In this post, I explore the origins and traditions surrounding Midsummer and experience an authentic Swedish celebration of the holiday. … More Midsummer in the Swedish Countryside
Finding Hawai’i in Sweden
30 July 2018
Gotland, a Swedish island in the Baltic Sea, is a favorite summer vacation destination for mainland Swedes, but also a region with a long history of its own. In this post, I take a break from Stockholm to spend some time cycling on Gotland to discover its natural beauty and Medieval heritage. … More Finding Hawai’i in Sweden
An Unexpected Conversation
27 July 2018
A chance encounter in Albania leads me to a language school in the south of France. … More An Unexpected Conversation
Bright Days in Sthlm
25 July 2018
I return to Sweden after five years to revisit the beautiful city of Stockholm. … More Bright Days in Sthlm
Leaving Asia (Hejsan Sverige!)
19 July 2018
After more than four months in Asia, I arrive in Europe and readjust to the developed world. … More Leaving Asia (Hejsan Sverige!)
Adventures in Balkan Transportation
11 July 2017
Albania may be in Europe, but its transportation infrastructure is unlike that in most European countries. In this post, I experience Albania’s transportation options as I make my way from Valbona, Albania to Kotor in Montenegro. … More Adventures in Balkan Transportation
Hiking in Albania’s Accursed Mountains
5 July 2017
The towns of Theth and Valbona in northern Albania are separated by a high mountain pass. Join me as I set off on a trek through some of the country’s most incredible scenery. … More Hiking in Albania’s Accursed Mountains
Traversing Territories 