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From Salt Lumps to Chandeliers: The Art and History of Wieliczka Salt Mines

Krakow is a fascinating city on many levels. Including levels to be found underground. There is,…
More Than Monuments: Chasing the Vibe in Old Town Kraków

Krakow’s Old Town is the kind of place that makes you wonder if time ever really…
Getting Lost (On Purpose) in Vienna: The Joy of Aimless Ambling

With a couple of more days to spend in Vienna, we just get out and amble…
A Slice of History: Our Pilgrimage to Vienna’s Legendary Sachertorte

Finishing up our first-ever tour of Athens, we’re off to our next layover, a return to…
Echoes of the Lyceum: Walking with Aristotle and the Gods of Athens

Having gotten up close with the major attractions of Athens during our layover between volunteer gigs,…
Graffiti and Great Minds: Tracing Democracy from Modern Athens to the Ancient Agora

Athens! A thrilling stop on our long, roundabout itinerary between volunteers jobs. And a major Bucket…

From Salt Lumps to Chandeliers: The Art and History of Wieliczka Salt Mines