Authentic Egyptian Souvenirs: Top 10 to Buy in Egypt

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A trip to Egypt is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so you’re most likely leaving room in the suitcase to bring back souvenirs. There will be a lot of crowds, a lot of pushy salespeople, and a lot of bazaars around so it is best that you go into your vacation with a plan of what you’re…

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Best Places to Visit in Egypt: Top 5

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Egypt is a bucket list adventure filled with historical treasures and insight into ancient civilizations. From crystal clear blue waters of the Red Sea to following in the footsteps of the pharaohs through the temples and the Nile River, there is so much to see, do, and experience. The difficult decision will be narrowing down…

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Best Places for Fries in Brussels- Top 10

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Hungry and in Brussels? Look no further! Here are the top 10 best places for fries in Brussels! French fries are actually Belgian and are known as “Frites.” There is a lot of debate about the history and origins of this popular side dish, but the most popular belief is that American soldiers accidentally confused…

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Best Places for Drinks and Nightlife in Brussels- Top 10

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From pub crawls to karaoke, to nightclubs, Brussels has something for everyone to enjoy. While Brussels’s nightlife is more tame and relaxed in comparison to other European cities, there are plenty of spots to enjoy scattered around the city. Belgium is known for its beer, with over 1,000 breweries scattered around the country, making it…

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Comic Mural Trails of Brussels

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If you’re a fan of street art and comics, then Brussels is the place to be! As the capital of comics, walls of buildings around the city have been decorated with characters and scenes from some of their famous comics resulting in over 80 produced since 1991! While it is hard to miss the murals,…

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Classic Belgian Food and Drinks to Try: Top 10 in Belgium

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Every time I visit a new country, I prioritize trying the local cuisine. During my trip to Belgium, I overloaded with the fries, chocolate, beer, and waffles. All were delicious and did not disappoint, but definitely maxed out my sweet tooth for a while. While these four things are prominent parts of Belgian culture, and…

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Authentic Belgian Souvenirs: Top 10 to Buy in Belgium

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The first thing that probably comes to mind when considering Belgian souvenirs is chocolate. Yes, you’re right and that is most certainly on my list, but there are more options to bring home instead of or in addition to chocolate. However, with so many chocolate shops and souvenir shops pushing chocolate and the tourist knickknacks,…

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Best Places to Visit in Belgium: Top 5

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A country in northwestern Europe, Belgium is often pictured with canals, medieval cities, beautiful architecture, and delicious food. Often skipped over by visitors to Western Europe visiting Germany, France, and Italy, Belgium offers a blend of culture, history, and modern designs. Get ready to explore picturesque scenes and take hundreds of photos. Continue to read…

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Traditional Imam Bayildi Recipe

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One of my most favorite Turkish dishes of all time, also known as Moussaka, this traditional Turkish dish literally translates to “the Imam fainted.” Suitable for vegetarians or as a meat version called Karniyarik, this article focuses on the vegetarian dish where an eggplant is cut down the middle before being stuffed with various spices…

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Classic Turkish Foods to Try: Top 10 in Türkiye

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To be completely honest, I did not know much about Turkish food prior to my visit to Türkiye. Since then, Turkish food has become one of my favorite cuisines! I had the opportunity during my visit to attend a local cooking class at a family-owned restaurant near Selcuk, where I learned how to make popular…

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