Voyage Vignettes
Short stories inspired by real travel experiences
Featured Cities
LISBON, PORTUGAL
The vibrant Portuguese capital with breathtaking waterfront views
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The city was founded by the Phoenicians
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It is known for beautiful pastel colored buildings
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Since the 15th century, Azulejo tiles have covered the city's walls with history and culture
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It serves as the mother city of Portuguese Fado music
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No official document declaring Lisbon the capital of Portugal exists
REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND
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An island city brimming with natural wonders
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The world's northernmost capital city
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Home of the geothermal Blue Lagoon
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The only capital city inhabited by a puffin colony
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A jumping point to Iceland's Golden Circle — a route consisting of geyser eruptions, cascading waterfalls, and the bridge between two continents
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Over 50% of the population believes in elves
ROME, ITALY
Needing no introduction, Rome is one of the greatest cities in the world
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A capital city founded by the fabled brothers, Romulus and Remus
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Coins tossed into the famous Trevi Fountain, totaling approximately 1.5 million euro, are donated to charity each year
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Home to countless landmarks including the Colosseum, the Vatican, the Spanish Steps, and the Roman Forum
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A keyhole on Aventine Hill provides a spectacular view of St. Peter's Basilica