Side Trips

Mount Washington Cog Railway steam engine from 1908 with a blue railway car on top of mount washington

Ride the Mount Washington Cog Railway, New Hampshire

Ride the Mount Washington Cog Railway to the top of the highest peak in the Northeastern US! This post includes everything you need to take this breathtaking journey. This is a day trip in New Hampshire’s White Mountains that you’ll be talking about for years to come. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning that I get a commission if you take advantage of the offer (thank you!).
Take a day trip to Central Montenegro and see the breathtaking Rijeka Crnojevića from the Pavlova Strana View Point. Image shows a river with lily pads surrounding mountainous territory and pale blue sky

Take A Day Trip To Central Montenegro: Lovćen, Cetinje & Skadar

Take this unforgettable day trip to Central Montenegro and see Lovćen, Cetinje, and Skadar Lake National Park! Includes map and booking info! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning that I get a commission if you take advantage of the offer (thank you!).
First Glimpse of Our Lady of the Rocks on the bus from Dubrovnik to Kotor

Take the Bus from Dubrovnik to Kotor, Montenegro (and What to Do When You Get There)

Take a bus trip to remember from Dubrovnik to Kotor, Montenegro, for breathtaking views of the Adriatic and the Bay of Kotor. The trip itself is one to remember, but the post also includes what to do when you get to Kotor! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning that I get a commission if you take advantage of the offer (thank you!).
Portland Head Light is the most beautiful of the lighthouses of Portland, Maine. Image shows the lighthouse and hout buildings, jutting out on a rocky ledge with the sea below

Take a Day Trip to the Lighthouses of Portland, Maine

In addition to incredible dining and a charming Old Port, Portland, Maine, also boasts gorgeous lighthouses. Take yourself on (or book) a tour of these lonely landmarks on the coast and transport yourself to yesteryear. Steeped in history and lore, this is a day trip you'll remember. With map. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning that I get a commission if you take advantage of the offer (thank you!).