2022-06-28 09:05
In the highest mountains in Hungary, Bükk, that barely exceed 1000m at their peak, but were still a nice surprise, is Lillafüred, a romantic resort developed at the beginning of th… Read More
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2022-06-21 09:17
Miskolc is the third biggest city in Hungary. Although it’s primary an industrial city, right next to it is a mountainous area with unended forests, the Bükk National Park. But be… Read More
2022-05-31 21:10
A not so big country on Europe’s map, but with a lot of things to do and see, when you start to research a little bit. Portugal packs anything from golden beaches to a buzzy capital, m… Read More
2022-05-24 09:13
Port wine one of the most famous sweet fortified wines in the world. In order to produce it, a local brandy is added before the end of fermentation. The result is an aperitif or a dessert wi… Read More
2022-05-17 09:31
Portugal is a country located in the Iberian Peninsula, in the south of Europe, at the Atlantic Ocean. Its only neighbor is Spain. This comes with social, geographical and political advantag… Read More
2022-05-10 09:36
Porto, the second largest city in Portugal, is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Its old center is an UNESCO Heritage site, but port wine was the one that made the city world-famou… Read More
2022-05-03 09:31
If you’re looking for a truly unique place to visit in Europe, you’re at the right place. With epic viewpoints. colorful streets, captivating neighborhoods, Lisbon is the perfect… Read More
2022-04-25 22:15
Lisbon, the Portuguese buzzing capital, is a fantastic city to visit. But, besides the many things to do and see in Lisbon, there are some great nearby destinations one can easily access on… Read More
2022-04-19 11:11
Sintra, the fairytale UNESCO village, a stone’s throw away from Lisbon is, without any doubt, the most popular day trip from the sunny Portuguese capital. And there’s a good reas… Read More
2022-04-12 10:40
Evora, the capital of Alentejo region in Portugal, is one of the oldest and most enchanting cities in the country. The historical center of Evora was designated an UNESCO Heritage site due t… Read More
2022-04-05 09:24
Obidos is an ancient fortified town so beautiful that in 1210 King Afonso II gave it to his queen as a present. This tradition has been passed from royal couple to royal couple and Obidos go… Read More
2022-03-29 09:23
Portugal has become a hotspot for travelers from all over the world, attracted by the beauty of its main cities, Lisbon and Porto. But another jewel of Portugal that creeps its way in more a… Read More
2022-03-22 09:19
Porto is a fantastic city to visit on a holiday in Portugal. But, besides the many things to do and see in Porto, there are some great nearby destinations one can easily access on day trips… Read More
2022-03-15 09:22
Just outside of Porto is the magic Douro Valley, one of the most picturesque areas in Portugal: roads finding their way in the valley, terraces covered with vineyards and awe-inspiring mount… Read More
2022-03-08 09:19
Aveiro, one of the most beautiful towns in Portugal, is set about 75 km south of Porto. Being the only town in Portugal built on narrow canals with colorful gondola-style boats, Aveiro was a… Read More
2022-03-01 09:13
Located almost half-way between Lisbon and Porto, in Central Portugal, on the banks of Mondego river lays Coimbra, an amazing city to add to your list of places to see in Portugal. The city… Read More
2022-02-22 09:04
Guimaraes, now a small town in northern Portugal, was the birthplace and home of the first king of Portugal. Thus, it can be said that it’s Portugal’s cradle. Due to its long and… Read More
2022-02-15 09:03
Faro is the capital of Algarve region, in the south of Portugal. It has a lot of character and a different atmosphere from the other resort towns on the coast. Most tourists just pass throug… Read More
2022-02-08 09:21
The main cities in Portugal are wonderful to visit. History, culture and a lively atmosphere makes it pretty easy to ignore the rest of the country. But just a little bit away is the country… Read More
2022-01-25 09:03
Valentine’s Day, the 1st and 8th of March are fast approaching, as well as many other weekends with friendlier weather. All of them perfect for a romantic getaway. After all, you don&r&hell…Read More
2022-01-04 19:04
Eger is a city in the north of Hungary, between the Matra and Bukk Mountains. It stands out due to the thermal waters that surround it, strong red wine and opulent Baroque mansions. Most of… Read More
2021-12-28 06:18
How was year 2021? Different from what I had imagined and would have hoped. Year 2020 has been a challenge for everyone and it has taught us all to live in a different world, but 2022 has be… Read More
2021-12-07 19:16
Ok, I’ll be honest. Visiting the Christmas markets in Budapest was not our first choice this year. We had planned a longer trip to Bratislava, Vienna, Innsbruck, Zurich, Stuttgart and… Read More
2021-11-23 20:59
There’s something magical about going on a tour of the Christmas markets in Europe around the holidays. Cities and small towns in Germany, Switzerland, France, Austria, Poland, Croatia… Read More
2021-11-02 08:59
Portugal has become in recent years one of the most attractive places to visit in Europe and there are a myriad of reasons for this. Its fabulous wine regions, isolated islands, cool cities… Read More
2021-10-05 09:11
While I doubt many foreigners will intentionally visit Drobeta-Turnu Severin, it’s right at the entrance in the Danube Gorges from Bucharest, which I know many would like to visit. So… Read More
2021-09-28 09:30
From the springs in the Black Forest Mountains to its delta at the Black Sea, the Danube River flows through 10 countries and 4 capitals. The landscapes created along the way are truly uniqu… Read More
2021-09-21 09:29
From its spring in the Black Forest Mountains to its delta at the Black Sea, the Danube River flows through 10 countries and 4 capitals. The landscapes created along the way are truly unique… Read More
2021-08-31 09:04
Poland is rarely at the top of the wish list for most travelers, which is a pity as it has a lot to offer. First of all, the country has various and stunning natural landscapes. From impress… Read More
2021-07-27 08:34
We’ve been to Poland 5 or 6 times already. Each time we are enchanted by the cool towns and natural wonders we see there. Many cities in Poland are charming, have a rich history and&nb&hell…Read More
2021-06-22 08:53
Romania, as many ex-communist countries, tends to erase communism from history. Often people see it as a mistake that brought misery and sadness. For example, some voices wanted the House of… Read More
2021-06-15 09:07
At the end of World War II, Russia established its hegemony over Eastern Europe. The communist regimes took over not only parts of Asia and Cuba, but also half of Europe around 1950. They la… Read More
2021-06-08 10:52
In the previous post I wrote about red tourism and its relation to communism. It was first developed and researched in China, as a method to awake nostalgia and respect feelings for communis… Read More
2021-05-18 09:33
Tourism today is no longer just about visiting museums, ruins, towns and famous beaches. It is also about experimenting. When travelling, more and more people try to connect, one way or the… Read More
2021-05-11 05:49
Provence is worldwide known due to its unending picturesque lavender fields. But its hundred years old towns and villages perched on top of hills, surrounded by vineyards and olive plantatio… Read More
2021-04-08 09:06
Alsace is a wonderful area in the east of France that offers a lot of attractions for the curious tourists. Starting with historical towns, cozy villages and medieval castles to a charming r… Read More
2021-03-18 09:20
In today’s post, Neha Singh is going to share with you the best things to do and see in Dubai in 2021. She is a post graduate in Mass Communications, as well as an avid trekker an… Read More
2021-02-23 09:42
No matter the political and pandemic conditions, Paris is and will continue to be on most travel bucket lists in the world. And there’s a good reason for this. It really is wonderful!… Read More
2021-02-09 17:12
I’ll start this article by telling you what Lodz is not. Lodz is not one of those postcard-pretty towns, cute and neat, where you suddenly feel transported back in medieval ages. Polan… Read More
2021-02-02 09:37
Warsaw and Krakow are both great cities to visit, with a pleasant atmosphere and plenty of things to do to keep you busy for one week each at least. However, the one that stole my heart inst… Read More
2021-01-26 08:29
The city of Torun is one of the most beautiful in Poland. In fact, its Old Town is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. If in other Polish cities like Warsaw and Wroclaw one can mostly see reconst… Read More
2021-01-21 12:42
Sandomierz is a smaller, but peaceful and romantic town in Poland. Once upon a time it played an important role in the life of the country, but nowadays it is just a lovely rural town. Its s… Read More
2021-01-19 12:14
Winter will soon be over and nature will come back to live. As it gets warmer, we’ll be ready to stay outside longer and discover some new places. Spring is a great time to enjoy what… Read More
2021-01-12 09:44
Have you ever traveled to a country where all women seem to know the secret for crystal clear complexion, soft skin or shiny hair? Did you think it was genetical? Genetics might play a role… Read More
2021-01-07 19:15
We are locked in our houses for some time now. Just like me, you also probably miss traveling and discovering new places with that special someone. Fortunately, there are several activities… Read More
2020-12-31 17:06
I can’t write an article about 2020 without mentioning COVID and the measures taken by almost all countries to delay its spread. It turned our world upside down and determined us to fi… Read More
2020-11-20 10:38
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2020-11-13 20:44
We’ve been wine tasting several times in Romania and Moldova. However, we had never opened a bottle of wine with an axe or put hoods on them, as we did in Modra. But let’s start… Read More
2020-05-15 08:08
I’ll be true to myself and you from the beginning and recognize that Munich did not fully convince me as a touristic location, even though I have to admit that it is a very liveable ci… Read More
2020-05-11 06:57
Our visit to Istanbul is still one of the most vivid in my memory through flavors, smells and sounds, even if it was more than 5 years ago. If anybody made me choose between a trip to Paris… Read More
2020-04-23 17:57
Munich was interesting, but not really my piece of cake. I was expecting a larger old city center and a all in one more romantic city, but I had somehow overlooked the WWII part and the fact… Read More
2020-04-12 19:25
Buenos dias! Last week we explored Italy from home. We learnt a lot about its history, culture, people, geography and art. I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did and that you’ll accomp… Read More
2020-03-26 22:14
I had in mind for quite some time now to create a “travel the world from home” series, as almost nobody can travel all the time. Now, with the coronavirus pandemy, we are all stu… Read More
2020-03-21 18:13
Last year in December one more dream came true. As you may already know, I wanted to visit Neuschwanstein Castle since ever and it finally happened. Artfully designed, breathtaking in its be… Read More
2020-03-12 22:10
At the end of September I traveled to Warsaw for one weekend. I did not have many expectations from this city, a communist city in a country on almost the same level of development as Romani… Read More
2020-03-11 20:54
If you read my previous articles about Malta, it should come as no surprise that the day spent on Gozo was my favorite one on this trip. Don’t get me wrong, Malta is wonderful and it p… Read More
2020-02-27 19:16
There’s no doubt that Malta is lovely and offers countless diverse attractions. A day or two on the islands is definitely not enough and I’d recommend at least 5 days there. But… Read More
2020-02-13 17:56
Would you ever have thought that you could enjoy a spa weekend during winter in Bulgaria? Well, I didn’t, until recently, when I discovered the thermal waters at Chiflika and the tiny… Read More
2020-01-19 19:51
Malta is located to the south of Italy and north of Africa. It has a huge potential and there’s no wonder that, despite its sunny weather and clear waters, more and more tourists ventu… Read More
2020-01-08 18:34
Probably you’ll think this post comes a little too late and it probably does, but I still want to write this short review. 2019 was a year of new beginnings. I’ve changed my mari… Read More
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