Midsize Woman

I was excited to take the train from Sofia to Istanbul… until I tried to figure out how to buy the ticket.…

Rome has a way of making you want to stay out all day. One minute you’re tossing a coin into the Trevi…

When traveling from Paphos to Nicosia, most people head straight across Cyprus without stopping. But if you have extra time, Limassol makes…

Most travelers arrive in Sofia, spend a couple of days exploring the capital, and then move on to the next European destination.…

If you’re visiting Bulgaria, you shouldn’t miss Baba Vida Fortress. It’s the only medieval castle in Bulgaria that’s completely preserved, and walking…

If you’re visiting Istanbul for the first time, you’ll almost certainly spend time in Sultanahmet. This is the historic heart of the…

In January, I traveled to Pernik to witness one of the most unusual festivals in Europe – the Surva Festival. As the…

I was freezing in Sofia when I started searching for affordable winter destinations in Europe. After comparing flights and temperatures, Barcelona stood…

If you’re flying out of northern Italy and wondering whether to squeeze in one last stop, let me tell you what I…

Unlike many European capitals, Sofia doesn’t have a famous skyline, world-renowned landmarks on every corner, or endless crowds of tourists. In fact,…