Travel Observations https://travelobservations.com/ Thoughtful Trips for Discerning Travelers Wed, 17 Jan 2024 14:59:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://i0.wp.com/travelobservations.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/favicon-32x32-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Travel Observations https://travelobservations.com/ 32 32 109348549 How to Plan A Trip to the Algarve – Beyond the Beaches! https://travelobservations.com/plan-trip-algarve/ Mon, 17 Jul 2023 01:21:15 +0000 https://travelobservations.com/?p=3369 The Algarve is the much-beloved summer southern destination of both Portuguese and Europeans alike, with a stunning topography of golden cliffs descending to meet the Atlantic Sea. Many hotels here even offer elevators to reach the beach below! …

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]]> 3369 10 Things to Do In Budapest https://travelobservations.com/things-to-do-budapest/ Wed, 12 Jul 2023 20:41:30 +0000 https://travelobservations.com/?p=3353 Budapest is a fantastic city to spend a long weekend or to linger a little longer during a multi-stop Europe trip.  If you’re boarding a Danube river cruise here, I highly encourage you to arrive a few days …

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]]> 3353 How To Stay Healthy While Traveling: 7 Tips To Help You Avoid Getting Sick https://travelobservations.com/healthy-traveling/ Sat, 08 Jul 2023 15:08:42 +0000 https://travelobservations.com/?p=3331 There’s nothing quite like taking a vacation to get your mind and body back in shape. Being able to disconnect from the stresses of everyday life is a huge benefit of travel, but unfortunately, that also means exposure …

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]]> 3331 Best Algarve Towns for History Lovers https://travelobservations.com/best-algarve-towns-history/ Tue, 04 Jul 2023 16:06:54 +0000 https://travelobservations.com/?p=3321 Explore the best towns of Algarve, Portugal and discover its rich history. From the Moorish influences to its colonial past, uncover the diverse and unique cultural heritage of this beautiful region, and uncover the many attractions that makes it a must-visit destination.

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]]> 3321 Eight Things To Do in Banff https://travelobservations.com/eight-things-to-do-in-banff/ Mon, 29 May 2023 00:18:10 +0000 https://travelobservations.com/?p=3311 Banff is a fantastic town in the Canadian Rockies that’s well worth a multi-day stay, perhaps on your trip with Rocky Mountaineer.  Wondering what to do with your free time here?  Here are my top suggestions.   Please note:  …

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]]> 3311 What to Do in Denali National Park in Alaska https://travelobservations.com/denali-national-park/ Sun, 12 Dec 2021 16:29:40 +0000 https://travelobservations.com/?p=3200 Unlike most wilderness areas in the continental USA, you don't have to be an extreme backbacker in the remote wilds to see wildlife here in Denali - you have excellent chances of spotting amazing animals even without sleeping in a tent! Here are some of the top activities to do in or near Denali National Park - linger a while here to appreciate this incredible preserve, and resist itineraries that have you rush your experience!  

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]]> 3200 8 Things To Do in Cartagena, Colombia https://travelobservations.com/8-things-to-do-in-cartagena/ Thu, 28 Oct 2021 17:17:10 +0000 https://travelobservations.com/?p=3181 On my most recently visit to Cartagena, I stayed at the incredible Casa San Agustin hotel - one of the top boutique hotels in the city, a member of both Leading Hotels of the World and Virtuoso. It was so wonderful being back in Colombia - the friendliness of the local people, the vibrancy of the culture, the incredible culinary opportunities, and the gorgeous architecture of this colonial walled city remains just breathtaking!
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]]> 3181 7 incredible countries you’ll explore on a Danube River Cruise https://travelobservations.com/7-countries-danube-river-cruise/ Sat, 25 Sep 2021 16:09:32 +0000 https://travelobservations.com/?p=3151 In Central and Eastern Europe, you’ll find some of the most spectacular landscapes, architecture—castles, churches and war memorials—as well as some of the most colorful, inviting cultures in the world.  But what’s the best way to see it all? A river cruise down the Danube River, of course.

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]]> 3151 The best places in Portugal for history lovers https://travelobservations.com/best-places-history-lovers-portugal/ Sat, 25 Sep 2021 15:35:09 +0000 https://travelobservations.com/?p=3140 For tourists with a penchant for history, Portugal remains a very popular destination, with 17 UNESCO world heritage sites and thousands of years of history to discover. Whether you are spending time in the bustling metropolises or venturing further off the beaten track, there are plenty of prominent historic sites for you to discover right across the country. Here are 3 of the best places in Portugal for history lovers.

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]]> 3140 What to pack for UnCruise in Alaska https://travelobservations.com/what-to-pack-for-uncruise-in-alaska/ Tue, 07 Sep 2021 19:00:53 +0000 https://travelobservations.com/?p=3115 Are you unsure of what to pack for your UnCruise in Alaska?  It’s one of my favorite ways to experience Alaska and you can read my previous trip report here. UnCruise does a great job of telling you …

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