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An Insider’s Guide to the Most Incredible Experiences in the Dolomites
Europe, Italy, Travel Guides The Common Wanderer 6/1/25 Europe, Italy, Travel Guides The Common Wanderer 6/1/25

An Insider’s Guide to the Most Incredible Experiences in the Dolomites

Here’s our definitive list of things to do in the Dolomites during summer. Discover the regions famous hikes, incredible natural attractions, beautiful towns, the best food, and where to stay.

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Val di Funes: A Complete Guide to the Dolomites’ Most Idyllic Valley
Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 6/1/25 Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 6/1/25

Val di Funes: A Complete Guide to the Dolomites’ Most Idyllic Valley

Idyllic Val di Funes is one of the most beautiful places in the Dolomites - a place to enjoy a slower, more authentic experience. Enjoy our guide to Val di Funes, which includes what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.

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15+ Breathtaking Dolomites Hikes to Add to Your Itinerary
Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 5/31/25 Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 5/31/25

15+ Breathtaking Dolomites Hikes to Add to Your Itinerary

Looking for the best hikes in the Dolomites? Look no further! Discover breathtaking trails that wind through alpine meadows, past towering peaks, and around crystal-clear lakes. Whether you're an experienced hiker or a beginner, there's a trail for you in the Dolomites.

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Where to Stay in the Dolomites: The Ultimate Area & Hotel Guide
Italy, Europe The Common Wanderer 5/31/25 Italy, Europe The Common Wanderer 5/31/25

Where to Stay in the Dolomites: The Ultimate Area & Hotel Guide

Looking for where to stay in the Dolomites? From luxury hotels to airbnbs, our guide to the best places to stay in the Dolomites has your Dolomites accommodation well and truly sorted.

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Dolomites Travel Guide: Everything You Need To Know Before Visiting
Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 5/31/25 Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 5/31/25

Dolomites Travel Guide: Everything You Need To Know Before Visiting

Want to visit the Dolomites but don’t know how? Our Dolomites travel guide is filled with everything you need to know before you visit, including what to see and do, where to stay, and how to get there and get around + more.

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How To Get To The Dolomites By Plane, Train, Bus or Car Rental: A Complete Guide
Italy, Europe The Common Wanderer 5/1/25 Italy, Europe The Common Wanderer 5/1/25

How To Get To The Dolomites By Plane, Train, Bus or Car Rental: A Complete Guide

This guide on how to get to the Dolomites includes all the essential information you need to plan and enjoy a hassle-free holiday in one of Europe’s most breathtaking regions.

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Lago di Sorapis Hike: How To Visit The Dolomites' Most Alluring Lake
Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 4/1/24 Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 4/1/24

Lago di Sorapis Hike: How To Visit The Dolomites' Most Alluring Lake

The Dolomites are famous for their crystal clear lakes and the unique turquoise waters of Lago di Sorapis are no exception. This guide includes all the essential Lake Sorapis hiking info, travel planning essentials, and plenty more to help you enjoy this natural paradise!

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How To Visit The Cadini di Misurina Viewpoint Hike: The Best View in the Dolomites
Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 4/1/24 Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 4/1/24

How To Visit The Cadini di Misurina Viewpoint Hike: The Best View in the Dolomites

Prepare to be wowed by Cadini di Misurina, perhaps the most incredible view in the Dolomites. Our Cadini di Misurina viewpoint guide provides all the essential information you need to see these jagged peaks for yourself, including how to get there, accommodation options, and photography tips.

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How To Hike Tre Cime di Lavaredo Loop: The Best Short Hike in the Dolomites
Europe, Italy, Travel Guides The Common Wanderer 1/3/23 Europe, Italy, Travel Guides The Common Wanderer 1/3/23

How To Hike Tre Cime di Lavaredo Loop: The Best Short Hike in the Dolomites

Here's everything you need to know before your hiking the Tre Cime di Lavaredo loop, the best short hike in the Dolomites. Includes when to visit, where to stay, fees, and things to see on the hike.

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How To Visit The Breathtaking Lago di Braies (Pragser Wildsee) in the Dolomites, Italy
Europe, Italy, Travel Guides The Common Wanderer 12/31/22 Europe, Italy, Travel Guides The Common Wanderer 12/31/22

How To Visit The Breathtaking Lago di Braies (Pragser Wildsee) in the Dolomites, Italy

One of South Tyrol’s most iconic sites, Lago di Braies is famous the world over. Plan your trip with our detailed guide, which includes everything you need to know to enjoy your visit.

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A Guide to Summer in Alta Badia, South Tyrol:  The Best Hikes, Food and Hotels
Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 10/10/22 Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 10/10/22

A Guide to Summer in Alta Badia, South Tyrol: The Best Hikes, Food and Hotels

After five visits to Alta Badia in the Italian Dolomites, we’ve got to know this mountain paradise very well. Discover the best of Alta Badia with this guide, including what to see, the best restaurants, where to stay, and the most outstanding hikes.

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Our Detailed Guide to Alpe di Siusi/Seiser Alm, South Tyrol’s Alpine Playground
Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 8/29/22 Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 8/29/22

Our Detailed Guide to Alpe di Siusi/Seiser Alm, South Tyrol’s Alpine Playground

This detailed guide to Alpe di Siusi/Seiser Alm covers all corners of Europe’s largest alpine meadow, including what to see and do, the best hikes, where to eat and sleep, and how to get there.

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 A Complete Guide to Hiking the Vajolet Towers in the Dolomites
Europe, Italy Ben Lawrence 7/27/20 Europe, Italy Ben Lawrence 7/27/20

A Complete Guide to Hiking the Vajolet Towers in the Dolomites

Otherworldly and breathtaking, the Vajolet Towers hike is one of the Dolomites best day hikes. This guide contains all your hiking information, essential travel tips, and plenty more.

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Everything We Love About Südtirol: 8 Reasons to Visit South Tyrol
Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 5/14/20 Europe, Italy The Common Wanderer 5/14/20

Everything We Love About Südtirol: 8 Reasons to Visit South Tyrol

South Tyrol is a dream destination for us, and considering all we can do during COVID-19 is dream, we thought it was time we shared everything we love about South Tyrol - and all the reasons you need to visit this Italian alpine utopia for yourself once all of this is over!

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19 Incredible Things to do in South Tyrol in the Summer
Europe, Italy, Travel Guides The Common Wanderer 11/25/19 Europe, Italy, Travel Guides The Common Wanderer 11/25/19

19 Incredible Things to do in South Tyrol in the Summer

Here’s our definitive list of things to do in South Tyrol during summer. Discover famous natural attractions, beautiful towns, incredible wineries, epic hiking and regions the best food.

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Our 7-day Dolomites Itinerary: The Ultimate Road Trip Guide
Europe, Italy, Travel Guides The Common Wanderer 11/8/19 Europe, Italy, Travel Guides The Common Wanderer 11/8/19

Our 7-day Dolomites Itinerary: The Ultimate Road Trip Guide

Discover the best of the Dolomites with our 7-day Dolomites road trip itinerary. Uncover the best of this stunning Italian region, including major attractions, best hikes, and where to eat, and more.

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How to Visit Lago di Carezza, South Tyrol’s Beautiful Rainbow Lake
Europe, Italy, Travel Guides The Common Wanderer 10/11/19 Europe, Italy, Travel Guides The Common Wanderer 10/11/19

How to Visit Lago di Carezza, South Tyrol’s Beautiful Rainbow Lake

Our ultimate guide to visiting Lago di Carezza, including all the essential travel information, day tour recommendations, hiking and responsible travel tips you need to plan an epic trip there yourself.

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Is the Saigon Skydeck worth it?

TL:DR... yes. But there's a bit more to it, so read below.

Is it a tourist trap? Yes. Is it expensive? Yes. Should you still visit? YES.

We always appreciate seeing a city from above, hovering above the chaos at str
This is the end. 

We've never been overly comfortable with sharing our children online, but when Finn was born, we decided that was it, we'd no longer show their faces. 

The reason? We feel really uncomfortable with our children's faces being plast
An afternoon at the pastel-hued City Palace, Jaipur 🌈

Many of you probably have no idea, as we never shared it (classic us), but we have a heap of Jaipur travel guides on the blog, including a thoroughly detailed guide to the City Palace. 

So if y
Sharing a little Dandenong Ranges day-trip guide for your weekend planning 🌳

We're massive fans of the Dandenongs, and they're the perfect short-day trip from Melbourne, especially for families. There's heaps to do, a great foodie scene, and a lot
Europe's most underrated city? We think so. Welcome to Ljubljana (travel guide below!).

We've been visiting here for nigh on 20 years (well, Mark has - he's old), and it never fails to impress. It's compact, gorgeous, has a great food and wine scene

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