In the City
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Grocery shopping in Paraguay—for you and your dog: practical insights
During our stays in Paraguay, we shopped for groceries in several cities as well as in the countryside. It was consistently a pleasant experience that surprised us…
10 February 2026
The reality of dog walking in South America: experiences from Paraguay and Bolivia
Dog walking in Europe tends to follow clear rules. Parks, leashes, fenced off‑leash areas, mandatory vaccinations, and a general sense that you’re in control of…
12 February 2026
Vatican with a dog: where you can and can’t go
The Vatican is a sovereign state, but it doesn’t make sense to treat a visit with a dog like a trip to Thailand or Australia. There are two reasons. First, for most…
31 May 2026
Banská Štiavnica: Slovakia’s historic mining icon — with a dog
Banská Štiavnica is one of Slovakia’s most beautiful historic towns — and a place where you can happily spend a day or weekend with a dog. The town has a rich…
23 May 2026
Mostar with a dog: a practical guide to visiting the Old Bridge and the historic center
Mostar was the first city in Bosnia and Herzegovina I came to know in my youth. It grabbed me right away with its uniqueness, turbulent history, and the mix of…
16 February 2026
Ålesund: Norway’s Art Nouveau icon
After days spent mostly in nature, we slept in and didn’t set off for Ålesund until the afternoon. We’re not aiming for a full city tour here—just a short stop to…
16 January 2026