Planning a trip to Valencia? From wandering through the historic center and trying traditional paella to exploring the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences and the huge Oceanogràfic, here’s everything we experienced on our first visit, plus practical tips on getting around, where to stay, and what we’d save for next time.

Discover the best of Istria, from the coastal towns of Pula, Rovinj, Poreč and Umag to the vineyards, truffles and hilltop villages of Green Istria. This guide brings together the best places to visit, things to do and tips for planning your Istria road trip.

Our weekend in Pula had everything: a party inside an ancient Roman arena, a guided trip to Brijuni National Park, colorful birds, fresh goat cheese at Kumparička and one final beach stop in Medulin. Here’s what we loved, what surprised us and what you should know before planning the same trip.

Planning your first trip to Cairo? This 3-day Cairo itinerary takes you from the Pyramids of Giza and Grand Egyptian Museum to Islamic Cairo, Khan El Khalili and Coptic Cairo, with great food, photo spots and a few unforgettable experiences along the way.

Cairo completely surprised us. From chaotic traffic and surprisingly affordable Ubers to an accommodation that didn’t match the photos and a travel mistake that almost made us miss our flight, here’s everything we wish we’d known before visiting Egypt’s vibrant capital. If you’re planning your first trip to Cairo, these honest tips will help you know what to expect.