Tallinn: Winter Bliss in Estonia’s Medieval Capital

I first laid my eyes on Tallinn last November. At the time, I was on my first official solo trip to Helsinki, the Finnish capital situated 80 kilometers north of Tallinn. Given their close proximity and shared heritage, these two…

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Riga: Discovering the Old Town of Latvia’s Capital

Known for its charming Old Town, or Vecrīga in Latvian, Riga is brimming with historic churches and cathedrals, medieval architecture, and cultural landmarks. Before traveling to the Baltic states, Riga was the capital I had heard the most about, perhaps…

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Barcelona: 6 Reasons to Fall in Love with Catalonia’s Capital

Barcelona is the capital and largest city of Catalonia, a region of Spain that lies in the northeastern part of the country. From sandy beaches and rocky mountains to charming neighborhoods and picturesque sights, Barcelona truly has something for everyone.…

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