On a cloudless spring day, we drove from Sintra to Obidos. Surrounded by protective medieval stone walls – Obidos sits on a hill commanding a countryside view. One enters this storybook town through two staggered gates designed to protect the town from storming invaders, a…
After exploring Lisbon for three days, we rented a car at Humberto Delgado Airport and set out on our three-week road trip of Portugal. Thirty minutes later, we were winding along a two-lane tree-lined road that led to Sintra. A jewel of a small town…
Kranjska Gora – northern gateway to the Soča Valley – became our base for several days. It’s a picturesque alpine village popular for both winter sports and summer hiking trails. September is a glorious time to visit. The crowds have departed; the air is crisp;…
Traveling through Slovenia by car is a treat. It enables one to soak up the beauty of the countryside, visit picturesque medieval villages, hike the spectacular gorges, and enjoy the lakes in the early mornings and evenings when there are no tour busses in sight. …
Slovenia is approximately half the size of Switzerland. It's pristine, is dotted with charming villages, the locals are warm and welcoming, and the country is bestowed with extraordinary natural beauty: from lakes and waterfalls to gorges, endless hiking trails, soaring mountain peaks, and spectacular caves.…
As one enters Grand Teton National Park from the North, one is greeted by turquoise Jackson Lake; The Snake River that meanders through the landscape; and the jagged fangs of the majestic Tetons. This spectacular sight was captured in the iconic black and white photo…
