2018-10-20 19:24
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The world-famous initiative of Bushwick Collective street art was started by a local of Bushwick, Joseph Ficalora, a native of this Brooklyn town. In 2013 he decided that the… Read More
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2018-10-12 20:20
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If you love comedy, very likely you have heard about or even seen episodes of the most popular TV comedy sitcom of 1950's, “I Love Lucy”. The star of the show Luci… Read More
2018-10-06 19:10
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The small and charming Ellicottville with fewer than 2000 inhabitants, located in New York State, is about an hour from Buffalo and Niagara Falls and about three hours from Cl… Read More
2018-09-29 19:17
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What makes your beach experience exceptional? What makes one beach stand out from the rest? For me, the first thing is the beach itself. Is it sandy, clean and easy to walk? I… Read More
2018-09-14 01:04
No trip to Riga, Latvia is complete without visiting Jūrmala, the seaside resort. First of all, it is close to Riga and easily accessible by train in half an hour, and secondly, its whi… Read More
2018-09-08 09:20
Bavaria in Germany, including its three Franconian districts located in the North of it, gives visitors an incredible experience with many things to see and feel. In this 5 days trip, doable… Read More
2018-09-01 14:25
Regensburg might be one of the best places to visit in Germany, but you should see and decide that for yourself. The first capital of Bavaria, included in UNESCO world heritage list it is fa… Read More
2018-08-25 19:33
When visiting Nuremberg, firstly it’s important to understand a few things about the history of this special part of Bavaria. Nuremberg, established around 1050, is the biggest city of… Read More
2018-08-18 17:53
Wurzburg (written "Würzburg" in German), the capital of Lower Franconia, is one of Germany’s oldest cities established more than 1300 years ago. It’s worth visiting firstly… Read More
2018-08-11 13:16
When planning my trip for a few days around the Nuremberg area in Franconia, Germany, a picture of the Imperial Hall in New Residence of Bamberg caught my eye. As I knew almost nothing about… Read More
2018-08-04 13:44
Why Rothenburg is so great
Rothenburg, in full name Rothenburg ob der Tauber, is one of the stunning examples of a medieval town preserved at its best. The secret of the beauty of towns like… Read More
2018-07-25 08:00
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Even though very likely the main reason for your Kenya visit is going on safaris, you may spend some time in the capital of Kenya. So a question is what to do in Nairobi? Here… Read More
2018-07-19 11:38
So you are dreaming about seeing wildlife in Kenya on safari holidays. Here are some ideas for making your travel planning easier and making sure you see best of Kenya wildlife, including th… Read More
2018-07-14 14:07
Are you planning a Kenya safari holidays? Check out this Masai Mara safari review including stunning wildlife photography and detailed description of every day of safari and much more. As yo… Read More
2018-07-07 13:52
If you think about places to visit in Kenya, make sure to include Tsavo West National park on your list. Tsavo West and Tsavo East National Parks together form one of the largest national pa… Read More
2018-06-30 07:13
Introduction
The very scenic Amboseli National Park is one of Kenya's most popular parks. It’s located about 230 kilometres south-east of Nairobi on the Tanzanian border. Amboseli enjo… Read More
2018-06-23 11:54
If you are heading to Kenya or to some other country of East Africa for the first time and want to feel the best this country has to offer, you have to learn about Serena hotel chain. The Se… Read More
2018-06-15 05:25
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Introduction to Alba Iulia Citadel
Alba Iulia is a small town in Romania but is of a great importance in the history of the country, especially as 2018 is the year Romania cel… Read More
2018-06-08 06:16
Located at a distance of 300 km from Bucharest, Sighisoara is a place where you can feel history on every lane of its Citadel. I think the first and foremost reason why travelers come to Sig… Read More
2018-06-04 14:45
Introduction to Alba Iulia Citadel
Alba-Iulia is a small town in Romania but is of a great importance in the history of the country, especially as 2018 is the year Romania celebrates its cen… Read More
2018-06-02 14:57
Have you heard that Sibiu is the most beautiful city of Romania? I just can join the others saying that and add that it is really a stunning place to visit. Sibiu (Hermannstadt in German) wa… Read More
2018-05-26 15:12
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Introduction to fortified churches of Transylvania
In the middle of the 12th century, Hungarian King Géza II invited German settlers to found colonies in the region now… Read More
2018-05-19 13:23
{jcomments on}As a long term IHG Rewards Club member I have stayed in many hotels of the IHG group and Intercontinental being one of my favourite brands. So I was happy for the opportunity t… Read More
2018-05-11 06:56
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Do you have just a day to see Bucharest, capital of Romania? It has a rich and diverse history and has so much to offer to an inquisitive traveller. I had a great opportunity… Read More
2018-05-05 13:56
I am always thrilled when I can feel history through a place I stay at and it was definitely the case here. It’s a great opportunity to explore Bucharest from the glorious Athene… Read More
2018-04-27 19:11
Are you a serious music lover who adores travelling? I hope yes. Then just keep reading to find out more about the wonderful opportunities to listen to awesome music and see incredible sight… Read More
2018-04-20 05:36
If you want to explore Greece beyond Athens and its islands this mainland Greece holiday itinerary is for you. Greek mainland offers many beautiful sights and is full of history like all of… Read More
2018-04-14 19:49
On my trip on Greece mainland from Thessaloniki to Vikos Gorge and then Meteora, Ioannina was quite a logical stop. Ioannina is the capital of Epirus, a region in the northwest part of Greec… Read More
2018-04-07 07:26
After many years of revival after unification, Berlin offers many incredible sights to choose from. Here is a one-day itinerary for culture and food lovers.
Morning. Brandenburg Gate
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2018-03-31 20:52
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2018-03-31 13:55
My travels are often inspired by pictures I have seen on the Internet. Bastei is one of such cases. Bastei is the most famous rock formation in Saxon Switzerland, Germany. Bastei and the Bas… Read More
2018-03-24 14:09
Dresden is a former capital of the kingdom of Saxony, one of the four kingdoms alongside Prussia, Bavaria, and Württemberg, forming a unified German empire in 1871. Saxony kingdom was r… Read More
2018-03-16 14:18
If you are looking for accommodation in one of the best hotels in Dresden, Germany, the hotel Bülow Palais might be for you. The 5-star private hotel is located in the Baroque quarter o… Read More
2018-03-09 22:10
When starting your travel in Greece from Thessaloniki, take an opportunity get the most out of it by taking a day trip from Thessaloniki to Vergina and Veria.
Why this trip?
It’s… Read More
2018-03-04 08:58
Thessaloniki, also known as Thessalonica or Salonica located on the Aegean Sea, is a popular tourist destination. It is the second largest city in Greece, with over 1 million inhabitants in… Read More
2018-02-24 14:44
In January 2018 Brest visa free program started, opening a new opportunity for easier traveling to Belarus. The president of Belarus signed a decree to extend the visa-free travel time for f… Read More
2018-02-16 20:34
The industrial Neasden neighbourhood is home to one of the most remarkable buildings in London, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, widely known as the Neasden Temple. The magnificent marbl… Read More
2018-02-09 09:20
I love London and I have been there on short trips at least 30 times and I enjoy coming back both for shopping and sightseeing almost every year. I am looking for something new to explore on… Read More
2018-02-02 06:22
Located about 10 kilometres from the downtown of Beijing, Summer Palace was once the largest imperial garden in China. It is a vast area of lakes, gardens, and palaces dominated by Longevity… Read More
2018-01-26 20:13
When you think of visiting China, the Great Wall is one of the first things that comes to mind. When you’re talking with locals in Beijing, the question they ask every foreigner is whe… Read More
2018-01-20 13:14
The first class retreat in Batangas the Farm at San Benito has 48 hectares of land in the foothills of Mount Malarayat. Tucked in a former coffee and coconut plantation on the outskirts of L… Read More
2018-01-12 18:14
Set on the Baltic Sea, Latvia's capital city Riga is a hub for art, food, and medieval architecture. Riga is well-known for being a UNESCO World Heritage site and having the finest and large… Read More
2018-01-06 18:57
2017 was a wonderful travel year for me. I’ve added two new countries, Greece and Israel, to my travel geography. I have had lots of great impressions of nature, cities, and people. H… Read More
2017-12-30 19:22
Visiting Iceland, the first sightseeing thing that comes to my mind is seeing the extraordinary nature of the country. Even though the capital city Reykjavik doesn’t have great h… Read More
2017-12-23 19:11
Reykjavik in Iceland is very colourful both in its bright colour buildings and attractive street art. Recently bombingscience.com, a global graffiti website, has published a list of top 99 c… Read More
2017-12-15 21:02
December in Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, is a special time as Christmas and New Year draw closer and bring many events related to that. Vilnius became popular for its Christmas t… Read More
2017-12-09 16:27
I wouldn't call myself a foodie. But when I was offered an opportunity to do a food tour in Reykjavik, Iceland with The Reykjavik Food Walk, I couldn't say no! I must tell it was much more t… Read More
2017-12-02 19:25
Iceland attracts many tourists firstly because of the beauty of its nature. Also, the filming of the Game of Thrones and earlier the eruption of Eyjafjallajökull volcano that stopped ai… Read More
2017-11-25 13:10
For some time already my dream was to walk on a glacier. It became a reality in Iceland with Reykjavik Sightseeing and Icelandic Mountain Guides. I was invited to take their South… Read More
2017-11-18 20:04
Iceland is a country of exceptional beauty and the sharply increasing number of visitors proves that. One of the most memorable experiences of my Iceland visit was the glacier tour. You can… Read More
2017-11-11 07:54
Zhangjiajie in China became popular in foreign travellers’ eyes after the movie Avatar. The Hallelujah Mountains in Avatar were inspired by Heavenly Pillar in Zhangjiajie National Fore… Read More
2017-11-04 14:41
When planning an itinerary for a particular country I try to find the best sights for my visit. One criterion for selection often is: Is this place included in UNESCO heritage list? Of cour… Read More
2017-10-28 11:38
About Rainbow Mountains
Wanting to see Rainbow Mountains was my main reason for visiting China for the fourth time. Even though I didn't see such bright colours as shown, for example, in a F… Read More
2017-10-21 10:39
It seems that for travelers visiting Latvia, Cesis does not need big promotion because I saw many international tourists when I was visiting this historical town. The name of Cēsis (Wen… Read More
2017-10-14 18:24
When I was visiting Greece, many Greek people were asking me whether I was visiting Greek islands. Even they think that they are the most beautiful part of the country. I can’t argue a… Read More
2017-09-09 17:34
1) Why visit Meteora?
Meteora and its monasteries were on my bucket list for a few years after seeing incredible pictures of the place on the internet. It attracted me with its fantastic nat… Read More
2017-09-01 07:10
Have you considered traveling in Latvia? Latvia is much more than Riga, I promise. Here is a one week itinerary for your inspiration. Enjoy!
Day 1. Old Riga and Art Nouveau architectur… Read More
2017-08-26 13:59
Liepāja is the third largest city in Latvia and a musical capital of the country. It’s also the third most popular city among tourists after Riga and Jurmala. The city is located… Read More
2017-08-16 19:10
It was a few years ago when I was in Abu Dhabi and had my tea at the Emirates Palace Hotel. It is a lavish luxury spot in Abu Dhabi considered to be one of the few 7 star hotels in the world… Read More
2017-08-12 17:11
Introduction
Travellers visiting Riga are first of all attracted to the Old Town and nearby Art Noveau architecture district. They are the real gems of the city. But Riga has many other face… Read More
2017-08-05 13:20
Kuldīga is the most magnetic and magical town in Latvia. It has preserved its medieval appearance and charm. Kuldīga was established in 1242 and experienced its biggest economic gr… Read More
2017-07-29 14:10
Trakai is the most popular day trip from Vilnius, Lithuania. Trakai Castle is one of the most visited tourist sites in the country. It is located less than 30 kilometres from the capital cit… Read More
2017-07-22 13:32
There are many reasons visit Kaunas, Lithuania's second largest city. One of the newest reasons is that Kaunas has just been voted to be one of the two European Capitals of Culture for 2022… Read More
2017-07-13 19:36
The first reason for my visit to Chengdu in China a few years ago was pandas of course. Chengdu is maybe the only place where you can see so many pandas in their own park at Giant Panda Bree… Read More
2017-07-08 12:07
I just love having a window seat on my flights and taking pictures of fantastic views outside the window. It’s not an easy task to get good quality images because of thick glass, refle… Read More
2017-07-01 11:07
You can see and explore every city in many different ways. One of the most spectacular options is to take a look around from above. It can be just a few floors above, a view from a hil… Read More
2017-06-22 08:32
Brief background of UNESCO Heritage Sites
The idea of creating an international movement to protect heritage emerged after World War I. The 1972 Convention on Protection of World Cultural an… Read More
2017-06-17 22:46
Why visit Hua Shan
Hua Shan Mountain is one of the most beautiful mountains in China. It is very popular among tourists because it is easy to reach. There are several ways of various complex… Read More
2017-06-10 17:35
When visiting the capital of Latvia, Riga, take your time to see what Latvia has to offer outside the city. One of the most popular sightseeing places near Riga is Rundale Palace, located in… Read More
2017-06-03 15:37
Why go to Acre?
Old Acre, or Akko, is a great day trip from Tel Aviv, just 1.5 hours by train to the North. Acre’s rich history has meant a long list of cultures playing an important r… Read More
2017-05-29 13:14
Money and 7 symbols of Belarus
There was a denomination of Belarusian currency done on July 1, 2016. 4 zeros were taken off the currency number value, and not everyone was a millionaire anym… Read More
2017-05-20 21:40
Late in the 16th century, King Zygmund III moved the capital of Poland from Krakow to Warsaw, transforming this small centre of trade into the centre of the Renaissance and Europe’s bi… Read More
2017-05-14 02:41
Venice is a beautiful city that most travelers want to visit at least once. So it is also very touristic, busy and expensive. To spend your money and time wisely, you have to plan your trip… Read More
2017-05-05 19:33
If you’re chasing some off-the-beaten-track awesomeness in Israel, then Machtesh Ramon (Ramon Crater) at Mitzpe Ramon town is your place. Mitzpe Ramon, a jewel of the Negev desert, is… Read More
2017-04-29 17:13
I have a feeling that most travellers want to go to Venice at least once in a lifetime, like me. What is Venice about in your opinion? The answers could be romance, canals, gondolas, carniva… Read More
2017-04-22 00:33
Make your choices before you go
Visiting the Dead Sea and Masada fortress from Jerusalem might be one of the most memorable moments of your Israel trip. Masada is, after Jerusalem, the most… Read More
2017-04-15 22:01
This Israel itinerary is easily doable entirely on public transportation: buses and trains. Just remember that on the Shabbath (Sabbat), public transport is very limited or nonexistent. Read… Read More
2017-04-09 18:56
These Israel travel tips from my own experience can make your trip more easy and comfortable.
1) General information
Israel is a small country with a population of around 7 million, taking u… Read More
2017-04-01 13:57
Rudesheim is known for two things: wine and the Rhein (Rhine) river. It’s picturesque touristy town and because of that better to visit in a shoulder season, for example, in May. Rudes… Read More
2017-03-18 09:37
When visiting this part of Germany, travellers head to world famous Heidelberg to see the Heidelberg castle and the well preserved historical centre of the city. I would like to draw your at… Read More
2017-03-18 06:54
Do you know where in the world you can find the largest mural created by one artist? You might think Rio de Janeiro but I would argue that it is Minsk, Belarus. It was created by Brazilian a… Read More
2017-03-11 19:32
I work full time and do my traveling on holidays and weekends. I plan all my trips by myself, and I'm fond of detailed plans with schedules and lists of sights to visit. I have been travelin… Read More
2017-03-04 14:12
Genoa is a beautiful city to visit, with its own ancient charm. If you want to add a more historical flavour to your stay, check what the 5 star Grand Hotel Savoia can offer. Genoa's history… Read More
2017-02-25 13:34
As a recent European capital of culture, Riga, capital of Latvia has been investing in several of its museums lately to turn them into the some of the best up-to-date museums. I recommend 3… Read More
2017-02-19 20:25
Heading to Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania? You will need a place to stay. The choice of hotels in Vilnius is big enough. Free Wi-Fi seems to be a standard feature. The following tips migh… Read More
2017-02-11 18:39
In all times people paid a lot of attention and invested their best in architecture and arts meant for buildings of worship. Vilnius is a great example of that. There are many churches in th… Read More
2017-02-04 18:05
Vilnius is the capital of Lithuania and its largest city, with a population of 543 thousand people. Vilnius is located in the southeast part of Lithuania and is the second largest city in th… Read More
2017-01-28 19:47
Belarus Key Facts
Population: 9.5 million (on 1 January 2016).Area: 207.6 thousand km2. The country is about the same size as the UK but the UK has 64 million inhabitants (about 7 times more… Read More
2017-01-28 10:59
Belarus Key FactsPopulation: 9.5 million (on 1 January 2016)Area: 207.6 thousand km2. The country is about the same size as the UK but the UK has 64 million inhabitants (about 7 times more!)… Read More
2017-01-22 01:17
Hue is considered to be the intellectual and spiritual center of Vietnam. Established in 1687 along the Perfume River, it was the imperial city of Vietnam under 13 kings of the Nguyen Dynast… Read More
2017-01-14 13:56
2016 was a wonderful travel year for me considering my full time not travel related job. I’ve added three new countries – Poland, Vietnam and the Philippines – to my travel… Read More
2017-01-07 20:41
The world of Instagram is quite special and fascinating to learn about. Just like in the real world, in many cases there is no correlation between the value and the level of recognition. My… Read More
2017-01-01 09:55
Manila is great in and of itself. If you want to see the Philippines and not just stay in one place, public transport opportunities imply you would have to return to Manila to make your next… Read More
2016-12-24 07:39
I am happy to take part in Stephanie Fox initiated Travel Whispers Blogger Challenge and answer questions about my travel experiences and aspirations.
The following questions are designed to… Read More
2016-12-17 17:46
Tagaytay
Located 56 kilometers south of Manila, this idyllic ridge city is blessed with crisp and cool mountain air all year round. It makes Tagaytay the excellent day trip from the capital… Read More
2016-12-10 21:14
When I was planning my Philippines itinerary, one of the most difficult parts was deciding where to go for the island hopping and the beaches. As I am more into nature, beaches not so… Read More
2016-12-04 11:44
1) The current population of the Philippines is almost 103 million people
This number has doubled since the early 80s of the 20th century. Many Filipinos have Spanish names because of the 19… Read More
2016-11-26 18:25
Why visit Taal?
The charming town of Taal is the oldest town of Batangas province. It is located 112 kilometers (70 miles) south of Manila. When people think of Taal, what usually comes to m… Read More
2016-11-22 00:22
Going on a holiday in the Philippines is probably one of the best vacation decisions you can ever make. The country is full of hidden getaways, surprising sights, exotic food, quaint customs… Read More
2016-11-08 20:22
1) What is Pinatubo and why go there?
Pinatubo is a volcano located 100 km north-west of Manila city, Luzon Island, Philippines.Prior to its eruption, it was a little known volcano with a fo… Read More
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