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An Icelandic Layover: How to Spend 24 Hours in Reykjavik

January 29, 2016 By Ryan Victor 7 Comments

A one-day trip isn’t long enough to do everything you might want to in a destination. But Ryan’s 24-hour layover in Reykjavik is a good reminder that any amount of time in a new place is worth it if you commit to exploring.

Filed Under: Europe, Iceland Tagged With: Airbnb, bookstore, church, hot springs, Reykjavik

A Quick Guide to Visiting São Miguel in the Azores

January 20, 2016 By Ryan Victor 1 Comment

From how to get around to where to eat to what to do, our guide to the Azores covers everything you need to plan your own trip there.

Filed Under: Europe, Portugal Tagged With: Azores, Monte Palace, Ponta Delgada, São Miguel

10 Facts about the Azores You (Probably) Didn’t Know

January 12, 2016 By Jen Ambrose 4 Comments

Colorful homes on a cliff in the Azores.

The Azores aren’t a very well-known travel destination (yet!), and we weren’t too familiar with the islands before we visited. From food to costs to an unlikely connection to the Iraq War, here’s what you need to know.

Filed Under: Europe, Portugal Tagged With: Azores, São Miguel

Abandoned Views: A Photo Essay from the Azores

January 9, 2016 By Ryan Victor 2 Comments

We didn’t expect to find an abandoned luxury hotel during our hike in the Azores, or to be able to explore it freely. This photo essay on urban exploration tells the story of the hotel, the implications of its abandonment, and the lessons it can teach us.

Filed Under: Educational and Experiential, Europe, Off the Beaten Path, Portugal Tagged With: abandoned places, Azores, photo essay, Travel Styles, urban exploration

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Hi! We’re Jen and Ryan, an American couple on a journey to travel the world while working from the road. We’re passionate about outdoor adventure, responsible travel, and getting off the beaten path. Passions and Places is a space for us to share our stories and tips with you, but most importantly, we hope to inspire you to seek your own adventure.

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