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Iceland, Road Trip, Europe, Travel Christopher Kane Iceland, Road Trip, Europe, Travel Christopher Kane

The EPIC Iceland Road Trip: The South Coast (Part II)

Start your day by first seeing Seljalandsfoss, Gljufrabui, Skógafoss, and Kvernufoss waterfalls along the ring road. Also make sure you have time to discover the Sólheimajökull Glacier, Hjörleifshöfði Cave (Yoda Cave) and the Sólheimasandur plane wreck. Dyrhólaey has some of the best views and the Reynisfjara beach is a must see. The town of Vik is best for seeing Reynisdrangar as well.

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Iceland, Road Trip, Europe, Travel Christopher Kane Iceland, Road Trip, Europe, Travel Christopher Kane

The EPIC Iceland Road Trip: The South Coast (Part I)

Iceland's Southern Coast is perhaps the most popular area in the entire country. Start your road trip by heading East from Reykjavik to see waterfalls like Öxarárfoss, Gulfoss, Faxifoss, and Bruarfoss waterfalls near Þingvellir National Park along with Haifoss, Hjalparfoss, Gjain, and Þjófafoss just further north. Then finish your day with Kerid Crater and Urriðafoss.

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Reykjavik, Iceland, Europe, Nordic, UNESCO Christopher Kane Reykjavik, Iceland, Europe, Nordic, UNESCO Christopher Kane

Let's go to Iceland: what to see in Reykjavik

You would think that a country of just 350,000 people wouldn't have much to offer, and you would be very wrong in this case. The Icelandic capital of Reykjavik is small, but packs a punch. Book a northern lights tour, go to the Blue Lagoon tourist trap, swim between the tectonic plates at Silfra, see the Golden Circle sights like Gulfoss waterfall and Strokkur geyser and grab coffee at Stofan Cafe.

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Croatia, Dubrovnik, Balkans, Europe, UNESCO Christopher Kane Croatia, Dubrovnik, Balkans, Europe, UNESCO Christopher Kane

A guide to the walled city of Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik is quickly becoming one of the best summer destinations in all of Europe. This walled city with orange-shingled rooftops may be recognizable from TV shows but here you can also go kayaking around the walls at Kolorina, go hiking on Srd Hill, swim at Poporela, go shopping on Stradun St., and hang out with new friends on the Jesuit Staircase.

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Riga, Latvia, Baltics, Europe, UNESCO Christopher Kane Riga, Latvia, Baltics, Europe, UNESCO Christopher Kane

Riga, Latvia: a look at the largest city in the Baltics

The Art Nouveau style of the Latvian capital of Riga is a refreshing change from the skyscrapers that usually accompany capital cities. This city can be reached by bus, plane, or ferry and boasts city center attractions like Riga Castle, Three Brothers, House of the Blackheads, Swedish Gate, St. Peter's Church, and Riga Market.

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The Perfect Road Trip to Hike Trolltunga and Preikestolen in Norway

Endless hiking opportunities and stunning vistas make Norway the best place for the outdoors and a road trip. Two of the most famous hikes are Preikestolen and Trolltunga. Start your road trip by flying into Stavanger and then heading north. Make sure you take some time to plan this trip to get the best experiences of these places. You may just luck out with the weather as well.

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Venice, Italy, Europe, UNESCO Christopher Kane Venice, Italy, Europe, UNESCO Christopher Kane

A guide to getting lost in the canals of Venice

Venice may be a victim of overtourism and climate change, but there is still time to see this Italian island while contributing to its longevity. Stay a few nights here, grab some gelato and pizza, and check out the Rialto and L'Accademia Bridges, St. Mark's Square with the Campanile, Doge's Palace, and Bridge of Sighs in the distance, and the neighboring islands of Lido, Murano, and Burano.

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Exploring Norway's 2nd City: Bergen

You will realize really quickly that pretty much every city, town, village, corner of Norway is gorgeous and Bergen is no different. There are awesome sights to see on the water like Bryggen Bergen and Bergenhus Fortress. What's more is that you can get the best aerial view of the city from Mt. Fløyen and Mt. Ulriken, or you can admire the street art in addition to the Kode Art Museum.

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Europe, Nordic, Scandinavia, Sweden, Stockholm Christopher Kane Europe, Nordic, Scandinavia, Sweden, Stockholm Christopher Kane

Why Stockholm is the best Scandinavian capital

The Swedish capital of Stockholm is arguably the best in all of Scandinavia. An archipelago of 14 islands, the city offers great attractions and museums such as Fotografiska, Erik's Gondolen, Monteliusvägen, Gröna Lund, Gamla Stan, Riddarholm Church, Royal Palace, Vasa and ABBA Museums, and the Stockholm Tunnelbana.

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Copenhagen, Denmark, Europe, Scandinavia, Nordic Christopher Kane Copenhagen, Denmark, Europe, Scandinavia, Nordic Christopher Kane

The Perfect Guide to Exploring Copenhagen

Your comprehensive guide to seeing Denmark's capital of Copenhagen, taking you to sites such as Nyhavn Harbor, Frederik's Church, St. Alban's Church, Kastellet, Danish Royal Library Gardens, Rosenborg Palace, Amalienborg Palace, NY Carlsberg Glyptotek, Tivoli Gardens, Christiansborg Palace, Little Mermaid Statue, and the town of Christiania.

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