Low-Season Travel

Street Art, Eh?

My favorite cities have great street art, and Montreal did not disappoint.  Walking in the city during a late winter visit, these walls of color helped to brighten the grey [...]

Island hopping in the Saronic Gulf

Craving a little island time?  On a budget?  An easy day trip from Athens, the Saronic Islands check off a lot of boxes for a budget traveler with island dreams. A one-hour [...]

Cinque Terre, without the crowds

Yes, it’s still possible.  Despite the fact that millions of Americans have added Cinque Terre to their bucket lists, you can still visit and enjoy the Five [...]

Nice la Belle

Nice is nice.  Its historic city center surrounds a beautiful bay, and its streets are filled with gorgeous architecture.  City walkers like me love Nice, whether [...]