We have big news to share! (If you follow us on the gram, it’s no news to you.) Even though we wanted to shout it from the top of our lungs during the whole summer, we kept waiting to see if everything really turns out the way we hoped. Hah, you never reach a point…
Author: Beata Urmos
Bea is the co-founder of Our Wanders. She’s the writer and the trip organizer, and she’d love to help you plan your own amazing trips! She likes hiking, good novels and chocolate, as well. Her motto is: “A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.” (John A. Shedd)
Which Are The Best Baby Carriers For Hiking?
The single most important item when hiking with your baby? A baby carrier! Their most important feature? They allow you to carry your kid safely when venturing out on the trail. It sounds so simple, yet when you take a look at the variety of child carriers available, you can easily feel lost. We get…
What To Do In Kranjska Gora, Slovenia In The Summer
Kranjska Gora is an alpine resort in Slovenia’s Upper Sava Valley, close to the triple border point of Slovenia, Italy and Austria. Tucked between the Karavanke mountains and the Julian Alps. Its location makes it one of the most scenic settlements in Slovenia, but it also tempts with various outdoor activities. While it’s a ski…
The Best Hiking Jackets For Each Season
Do you hate shopping for clothes as much as we do? We totally get your frustration. Choosing the best clothes for your needs can be difficult. Yet it’s one of the most important aspects of planning your hikes. The clothes you wear, especially the boots and the jacket, can affect your hiking experience greatly. Nature…
10 Best Beaches In Crete That Tempt For A Visit Now
Crete island is a popular summer destination in Greece, which is not surprising at all, considering all the stunning beaches it offers. But you only have a week or two to explore them all during your vacation, and there’s just too many. Ah, I know, life is not easy, and I understand the frustration. In…
Why Are Day Trips Better Than Half Day Trips With A Toddler?
Are day trips really better than half day trips in the first place? Our answer after taking lots of short trips with Tomi in his first 2 years is a confident yes. Yours might be different, but one thing is certain: you need to consider your toddler’s daytime nap and daily routine when planning any…
8 Essential Things To Know Before Your Crete Vacation
Crete is the largest Greek island. With ancient ruins, historic fortresses, wild landscapes and fabulous beaches, it’s a popular holiday destination. And after our own unforgettable vacation there, we’d like to tell you some useful things so that you can seamlessly plan yours. Rent a car to see the best of Crete If you spend…
Your Everything-To-Know Guide To Lake Ohrid, North Macedonia
It’s not much of an exaggeration that we wanted to visit North Macedonia because of Lake Ohrid in the first place. (And because 85% of its territory is covered in mountains in the second place.) Is it really that beautiful? Yes, it is! We’ve seen quite some amazing lakes, and it’s not that easy to…
Monthly Recap: July 2021
We spent only a few days at home in July, and this is exactly how we imagine a perfect summer: packing out only to sort and wash things before packing them in again. We spent time with family, traveled in Hungary, and flew to Crete for 9 days at the end of July. We flew…