I’ve been to Shkodër twice now — the first time arriving by bus from Montenegro, and the second time with a private driver. After two visits, I feel like I’ve gotten a pretty honest picture of the place, and let…
Budva, Sveti Stefan or Petrovac? The best area to stay
When planning my Montenegro itinerary, I saw a lot of people ask: Should I stay in Sveti Stefan or Budva? And while I was there, I also discovered Petrovac, a beautiful little seaside town. Each has its own charm. Budva…
Tivat Montenegro: Yachts, luxury & not much else?
If you’ve been researching a trip to Montenegro, chances are you’ve stumbled across Tivat and wondered the same thing I did before going: Is it really worth visiting, or should I just stick with Kotor and Budva? Tivat is known for…
Shopping in Budapest: Markets, vintage shops & boutiques
When I think of Budapest, my mind usually jumps to thermal baths, grand architecture, and chimney cakes—but on my last trip, I dived into another side of the city: shopping! I actually booked this trip on a whim after seeing…
Tour & tasting at Zwack Unicum in Budapest: Worth it?
When I first heard about Unicum, Hungary’s famous herbal liqueur, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I was told it’s one of those love-it-or-hate-it drinks. But since I was already in Budapest, I decided to dive into the full experience…
Best European cities to visit in October (my absolute favorites)
I’m a summer person through and through, but I’m also Norwegian and can’t handle heat very well. So when October rolls around, I head for Southern Europe, where I’ve steered clear during the sweltering summer months. I don’t know about…






