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Drizzle, Diamonds, and a Day That Would Not Quit
As is customary in Iceland, the day began with a gray sky and a persistent drizzle. The car was loaded outside Vík Hostel, with wet windows and damp gear from the previous day. It wasn’t exactly a cinematic departure, but it felt authentic. The weather in Iceland is not a backdrop. It is a character.
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Glaciers, gales, and a magnificent black beach.
We awoke to the gentle silence of the countryside and the unsettling blink of a partially charged camera. The power went out at Efra-Sel sometime during the night, robbing our electronics of their dreams of waking up completely refreshed.
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Earth, Wind, and Fire (with Cold Water)
Our second day in Iceland began with a simple plan: drive the Golden Circle, observe the forces that shaped the island, and avoid falling into any boiling holes in the ground.
Spoiler alert: we survived.
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On to the land of Ice and Fire
Some journeys begin with a bang. Ours began with a slice of cake—and a stroll through a liquor store.
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Rome: Walking Through History
Rome isn’t just a city—it’s a living museum where history whispers from every cobblestone. For two people who spent years studying Latin, exploring Rome by bike was like seeing the pages of our textbooks come alive.
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Traded Sails for Saints
On a quick escape to Rome, we set our sights on something timeless: Vatican City. Bagabonda stayed behind this time, but we happily traded sails for saints, slipping into a world where marble, mystery, and centuries of devotion converge.
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Prague in a (Sleeper) Train Ride
A Whirlwind Winter Escape
There’s something undeniably magical about arriving in a city by night train. One moment, you’re tucking yourself in somewhere in Belgium, the rhythmic clatter of the rails lulling you to sleep, and the next—Prague. A city of spires, snow, and stories, waking up to its winter embrace felt like stepping into a perfectly chilled fairytale.
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Villa Astrida
Standing in the serene gardens of Villa Astrida, overlooking the gentle waves of the Mediterranean, I am transported back to a particular moment in Belgian history—a quiet summer morning etched deeply into collective memory.
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PeggyGibraltar: Rock the Rock
After spending a few days in Gibraltar with Peggy, I’ve got plenty of stories to share, a few laughs to look back on, and maybe some advice if you’re ever heading that way. Gibraltar is a small but peculiar place—British in spirit but with a Mediterranean twist, full of quirky experiences that make for a unique visit.
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