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Spend 3 Days in Athens: The Perfect Athens Itinerary

That history is the biggest draw of Athens is no secret. The ancient capital where democracy was born has been continuously inhabited for no less than seven millennia. This historic Greek capital was once home to the world’s greatest civilization that gave us theater, philosophy, cartography, the alphabet, and the Olympics, among other things. So …

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Ayurveda Retreat in Sri Lanka: Lessons in Wellbeing at Barberyn Beach Ayurveda Resort

“I am unworthy,” a voice declared inside my head as two pairs of strong serving oily hands skillfully massaged my tired arms, repeatedly focusing on my wrists. With my body sprawled on a soft green towel in a state of surrender, I looked away from the blurry faces at the blurry off-white ceiling briefly before …

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Unforgettable Montenegro Holidays: 32 Best Places to Visit and Things to do in Montenegro

With Inputs by Guest Contributor Samantha Karen With a jaw-droppingly beautiful coastline along the Adriatic Sea, far more natural beauty than one can imagine in a country of its size, and the sheer diversity of things to do in Montenegro, the country is a highly underrated destination in the Balkans and all of Europe. Add …

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Visit Sharjah: Events To Attend in The World Book Capital 2019

As a voracious reader, it brings me great joy to share that if you’re a fellow book lover living in the UAE or visiting, you should know that the emirate of Sharjah has been named World Book Capital 2019 by UNESCO. This is well-deserved as Sharjah, also UNESCO’s Culture Capital of the Arab World 1998, …

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10+ Best Naxos Beaches: Where To Find Island Paradise On Naxos, Greece

By Guest Contributor Campbell Largest of the Greek Cyclades, the most popular group of islands in Greece, yet one of the most underrated islands in the South Aegean Sea, Naxos is a must-visit destination if getting some quality beach time is a must while on vacation. Spanning just over 400 sq. km, Naxos is the …

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10+ Best Beaches Near Thessaloniki, Greece

By guest contributor Jessica Lippe Thessaloniki, the second-largest city in Greece, is a beautiful town near the Aegean Sea with historic towers, ornate orthodox churches, interesting art, ancient ruins… but I was surprised to find no beaches! Despite being situated on the Aegean Sea, this Greek Macedonian city only features boardwalks on its waterfront. If …

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What to Do in Prague in 3 Days: Three Perfect Days in the Czech Capital with this Prague Itinerary

One of the most charming and beautiful cities of Europe, Prague is elegant and grand (think castles, cobbled streets, bridges and the kind of architecture that seems like it was built for a fairytale), and a fitting introduction to the Czech Republic, the country that is sometimes rightly called the Bohemian gem of Eastern Europe. …

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Top Things To Do in Wrocław: Could This Under-The-Radar City in Poland Have Europe’s Prettiest Old Town?

While you’re probably familiar with Warsaw and Krakow in Poland, I don’t blame you if you haven’t heard of Wroclaw. I hadn’t before I went but the fact that Poland’s fourth-largest city, home to over 640,000 residents (and over 140,000 students), remains largely under-the-radar is both surprising and welcome; the lively, culture-rich university town is …

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Hiking in Bohemian Switzerland National Park: The Czech Paradise for Nature Lovers You Should Know of

The sun was scorching as I sat on the rough, gray sandstone, sipping on the best coffee I had had in a while. The many conversations behind me served as the background score for the scene that lay directly in front; below my feet, the narrow glossy Elbe River, a perfect reflection of the sky, …

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Rustic Charms & Country Living in the Mediterranean: 16 Best Things to Do in Gozo, Malta

“You’re going to LOVE Gozo, don’t miss it,” I was repeatedly told by friends who had visited Malta before I had and knew of my love of villages, slow food, and the rustic charms of countryside living. They were right. The second largest island in the Maltese archipelago (Malta, being the largest), Gozo, home to …

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Valletta: The Cultural Capital of Malta is a Baroque Gem

Valletta is not just another European capital. Even as you first lay eyes on Valletta, the under-the-radar capital of the Mediterranean archipelago nation of Malta, it becomes clear that the city was built to impress, to inspire confidence in its cultural, commercial and military prowess. Home to grand Baroque architectural masterpieces and palatial residences, Valletta …

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18 Reasons to Visit Stockholm And Why You’ll Love It (Even If You’re Not a City Person)

I’ll admit that when I decided to visit Stockholm and spend a month there, planning my trip around the TBEX Travel Conference, I was a little skeptical of spending as long in a city. True to my usual last-minute travel style, I hadn’t done a lot of research, and simply didn’t know what to expect. …

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Travel Is Not a Race and Other Reasons Why I Travel Slow and Return to The Places I Love

Over my morning cup of tea, I scroll through my Facebook feed with a mind that’s far more restless than my right thumb. My social feeds are inundated with photos of clinking wine glasses, boarding passes, infinity pools, sweeping valley views, Parisian macaroons, and Go Pro-esque kayak selfies among other updates from my travel blogger …

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Why I’ll Never Tell You to Travel Without Fear (and Why I Don’t Either)

In the quiet of the night, in a little cobbled Italian town, I became faintly aware of a presence, hovering above me as I lay asleep on my bed in my hotel room, apparently, not as soundly as I thought. My consciousness played hide-and-seek, drifting in and out. I pulled my covers closer, curling up …

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Lake Garda: The Perfectly Idyllic Lakeside Holiday in Italy

Talk about the perfect Italian lakeside holiday and most people think of Lake Como, its celebrity status cemented by the patronage of George Clooney, Donatella Versace, and Richard Branson (who, reportedly, is neighbors with Clooney). But the fact remains that the country is home to several lakes around which lie quaint, picture-perfect towns, some that …

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Two Days in Samut Songkhram: Ecotourism in Unexplored Thailand

When I was recently invited to explore an ecotourism project off-the-beaten-path in Thailand, my first reaction was skepticism. Were there truly any places left for the intrepid in Thailand, especially close to Bangkok? Places where authenticity wasn’t sacrificed at the altar of mass tourism, where local restaurants didn’t serve you pizza because you’re the kind …

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16 Things Everyone Learns While Traveling in Iceland

As Iceland basks in the glory of its otherworldly landscapes, an increasing number of visitors arrive to explore its natural wonders of glaciers, mountains, waterfalls, geysers and volcanoes. So whether it’s having your mind blown by the sheer intensity of Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall or finally being able to pronounce the names of streets …

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Skellefteå in Swedish Lapland: In the Heart of Nature

The ferocious howls pierced through the quiet forest air. The large huskies surrounded us, sniffing and howling restlessly. I felt a peculiar dryness in my mouth and an urge to call my husband and say, “Honey, I love you.” “Relax,” Marie-Line said, her soft voice breaking the tension in the air, as she yanked on …

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How Travel Bloggers Can Work With Brands (Even When They’re Not Yet Famous)

Most travel bloggers take their first steps in the world of professional blogging as a natural evolution from a blog that was started to keep their family and friends updated about their adventures. When I first began this blog, I did it purely for the love of sharing stories from my travels with anyone who’d …

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Vacation in Thailand: Cool Places to Go in Thailand

Thailand’s popularity as a tourist hotspot has only soared over the years with the demographic expanding from Western gap-year students and backpackers to baby boomers, digital nomads, and Asian tourists. And there’s good reason: with its pleasant year-round weather, fantastic beaches and national parks, world-class shopping, delicious food, and vibrant culture, Thailand makes for a …

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Exploring Utö: The Island of Love in the Stockholm Archipelago

“I hate the goats,” says Charlotte Schröder, her eyes twinkle with a hint of mischief underneath her soft white bangs. I look at the faces around me listening intently, then back at her face where a pursed smile has begun to play faintly, and wonder if with her two neat braids, warm demeanor, and storytelling …

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In Pictures: Hiking the Alta Via Trail in Italy

Is there another feeling in the world that equals that of your feet navigating an untamed terrain of rocks and gravel, dried leaves and wildflowers, swamps and streams, fueled not merely by a desire to get somewhere but by the life energy that runs abundant in wild, remote and unaltered places? My love for hiking …

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BIG BERRY Slovenia: Glamping by the River Kolpa

Don’t forget to watch my video tour of BIG BERRY Slovenia at the end of this post. I knew nothing about Slovenia. This beautiful country has somehow managed to remain a secret, even with its quaint villages, lush forests, delicious food, amazing hospitality, and incredible wine. I arrived in the dead of the night at …

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An Iron Gates Cruise on the Danube in Serbia

On a warm afternoon of sun soaking and relaxation, the Danube, the second-largest river in Europe, unexpectedly became my introduction to Serbia. Like most first-timers in the country, I thought that would be Belgrade but we arrived in the city late at night after an exhausting day of travel from Austria. Early next morning, we …

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Transromanica Cultural Route: My Journey Through Austria

Imagine you’re a five-year old with your eyes closed and one hand in a bag of treats as you carefully try to pick one. Now imagine you open your eyes and SURPRISE the owner has left you the entire bag. That was pretty much my life this summer. Except, that for candy, I got to …

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Exploring Iceland’s Highlands: Landmannalaugar Day Tour

Don’t forget to watch the video at the end of this post! With some places, you just know you’ve got to go back. Once (or twice) might not be enough because you simply cannot bear to rush through them with some sort of checklist of ‘spots to hit’. While many people go to Iceland with …

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Po Delta Adventures: Nature & Wildlife in Emilia Romagna

I knew I liked Antonio Romagnoli as soon as I’d heard him greet us with an energetic ‘Ciao!’ “Don’t worry,” he said for the third time in the five minutes since we’d met at the Ferrara train station to begin our tour of the Po Delta nature reserve. He picked up our bags with a …

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Gelato is NOT Ice-cream: Lessons from the World’s Only Gelato University in Italy

Flashback to the time when I was spending a huge amount of money on my Masters degree- if only I’d known then that there was a field of study that involved creating perfect swirls of luscious gelato in flavors so unusual they can blow people’s minds from a feeling that couldn’t be more different from …

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Summer in Review: What Happened When I said Yes

Say Yes. Before you can think about it too much and create reasons to bring yourself down. Most importantly, say it to yourself and use it like a life mantra. That’s what I did this summer and here’s what happened. Seriously, is this real life? Did I just spend almost three months on the road …

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The Past Lives in Second-Hand Stores

For the fifteenth time that week, the girl with the long curly hair walked past the window of my home, a second-hand clothes store on Hornsgatan in Stockholm’s hipster haven of Södermalm. As always, she lingered by the windows. Her eyes scanned the display cards for the prices of the clothes on the mannequins before …

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What It’s Like to Learn the Art of Cooking Pasta in Italy

Don’t forget to watch the short video of the class at the end of this post. I’d been wrong about pasta all along. Spoilt by the easy choice to take home packets of Barilla’s whole-wheat penne only to cook it in a sauce that was also bought at my neighborhood supermarket, I had always thought …

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A Road Trip Across Jordan: From the Dead Sea to Petra

Almost a hundred years after Auda Abu Tayi, Al Sherif Naser, and British soldier T.E. Lawrence (also known as Lawrence of Arabia) led Arab troops on camels and horseback through the unforgiving Arabian desert to orchestrate a surprise attack on the Ottoman forces (allies of Germany) in Aqaba, and set into motion important events that …

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4 Days in Sydney, Australia: What To Do

  Updated on 11th June, 2019 Like most who’s-the-fairest-of-them-all city debates, the one about Australia’s Sydney and Melbourne seems like a never-ending argument, with residents of each asserting that their city is the cooler one. I’ve been to both, and here are my two cents. If Sydney and Melbourne were sisters, Sydney would be the …

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That One Time in a Lava Tube Cave: Raufarhólshellir in Iceland

I stood staring at the tiny hole in the snow-covered earth through which my friend Ingo’s face had just disappeared. This was the entrance to the Raufarhólshellir lava tube cave in Iceland? The helmet pushed down my winter hat over my eyes. I tried to push it back up and turned my face away from …

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Iceland’s Wild West: Highlights from the Snaefellsnes Peninsula

Don’t forget to watch my video of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula at the end of this post.  As Iceland, deservedly, enjoys its special moment in the tourism spotlight, visiting in summer means at some point you will be trying to arrive in certain places to beat the crowds. But my decision to travel to Iceland in …

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Istanbul: A Tryst with the World’s Capital

In ‘Istanbul: Memories and the City’, Orhan Pamuk writes,“What gives a city its special character is not just its topography or its buildings but rather the sum total of every chance encounter, every memory, letter, color and image jostling in its inhabitants’ crowded memories after they have been living, like me, in the same streets for …

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10 Things I’m Ready To Admit in 2016

I know, I know I’m a little late to the end-of-year party but after many a disappointing process of trial-and-error I’m willing to admit that I’m no good with resolutions, like most people. It makes complete sense because we’re literally given the chance to start over and make a change every single new day of …

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Meteora: The Mystical Monasteries of Greece

Don’t miss the video of Meteora at the end of this post! Five hours away from Athens is a landscape that seems right out of another planet. Here karsts rise out of a dense forest, their jagged peaks reaching out to the heavens. As the fog slowly moves to reveal red-roofed monasteries on cliff tops, …

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Don’t Drive Us Nuts: Notes from An Introvert

They’re in your life but sometimes or rather, quite often, you don’t have a clue what’s going on in their head. You might not even think of your best friend, brother, wife, colleague, boss or student as an introvert, or you might have accepted it as one of their personality traits and left it at …

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Tasting the Flavors of Athens with Athens Insiders

“Well, guys, this is off-the-record,” began George, our guide and went on to share the kind of opinions about Greek society that outsiders are only privy to when they share a meal in the comfortable surroundings of a quiet restaurant in an obscure back alley- the kind that is found in every city but only …

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Bill & Coo Suites & Lounge Mykonos: Magical Sunsets in Greece

What really makes a travel experience, whether it’s a hotel stay, a tour or an adventure of another kind truly memorable? If I were to answer this question, I’d say without a doubt, it’s almost always the people. While I was well aware that the beautiful (and very commercial) island of Mykonos is no stranger …

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Review: Mykonos Blu Grecotel Exclusive Resort, Greece

Don’t forget to watch my video of the highlights from our lovely stay at Mykonos Blu Grecotel Exclusive Resort (at the end of this post) to see for yourself just how beautiful the resort is.  Mykonos was our second stop in the Cyclades, perhaps the most glamorous and popular group of Greek islands, and after a …

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La Sagrada Familia: Gaudi’s Unparalleled Genius in Barcelona

Some people say that there’s a very fine line between unparalleled genius and unquestionable madness. As I stood outside the Temple of Sagrada Familia, the most visited tourist attraction in Barcelona, stupefied by the fantastical quality of the imposing façade reaching up to the sky, I certainly believed in the idea. It looked right out of …

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Top Things to do in Queenstown New Zealand

Thinking about what to do in Queenstown? New Zealand’s incredibly picturesque and famous adventure hub Queenstown isn’t just for adrenalin seekers. Of course, when you’re there, surrounded by adventure addicts and plenty of adventure tours, you can’t help but feel a tad more dare-devilish than you usually would. Rightly, Queenstown activities are centered around adventure …

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La Casa Magica: House of Curiosities in Costa Brava

I wouldn’t want to be here alone at night.  That’s the thought that keeps playing over and over in my head as I tour the strange and unexpectedly spooky interiors of La Casa Magica or House of Magic in Santa Cristina d’Aro, a museum of magic (a first for me) owned by distinguished Catalan illusionist …

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Tasting Gràcia: A Walking Food Tour with Devour Barcelona

Walking in the neighborhood of Gràcia feels different from being elsewhere in Barcelona. The streets are narrower, the smell of freshly baked bread wafts onto the street as you pass by a home bakery, and art is everywhere; painted on walls and store shutters, inked on the bodies of locals and proudly displayed through the …

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Cap De Creus: Finding ‘Brava’ on Spain’s Eastern Tip

“Natasha, looking”, Diego’s enthusiastic voice boomed over the whirring of the car. Embarrassed about my clumsiness that was now out in the open after I’d dropped my iPhone face down on the floor of his car for the fifth time, I looked up at him, one hand still reaching for the phone. He was holding …

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Reasons Why You Really Need To Go To Cappadocia

How often does it happen that a place takes away your breath as soon as you lay eyes on its landscape? Very often, if that place is Cappadocia. In Turkey’s central Anatolian region, the raw beauty of Cappadocia is a result of erosion sculpting soft volcanic rock to form unique features such as waves, clefts …

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Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara Review: Stay at Abu Dhabi’s Grandest Desert Palace

A 2-hour 15-minute drive from Abu Dhabi city took us to Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, which stands like a magnificent palace fortress among giant orange gold dunes in the Liwa Oasis at the edge of the Rub’Al Khali desert.  When we first set eyes upon this ultra-luxurious five-star desert resort at the …

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16 Best Things to Do in Khor Fakkan

Located along the Gulf of Oman, the east coast of the United Arab Emirates is a fascinating region of rugged wadis, historic forts, shimmering beaches, sleepy towns, and lush farms hidden away among jagged mountain peaks. The gem of this coastline is most certainly Khor Fakkan (also spelt Khorfakkan) – a mid-size port city nestled …

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Bayou Villas Review: This Luxurious Ultra-All Inclusive Resort in Antalya Was Made for ‘Do Less’ Holidays

On the golden shores of Lara Beach, along the Mediterranean in Antalya, Turkiye, the luxurious ultra all-inclusive Bayou Villas by Lara Barut Collection offers the ideal getaway for a slow holiday where relaxation is key. I recently had the opportunity to stay at Bayou Villas and review their Three Bedroom Villas. I came away rejuvenated, …

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Savouring Prague: 31 Best Places to Eat in Prague

Wondering where to eat in Prague? Here are the very best restaurants in Prague. Mention Prague and most people who have been think of its beautiful architecture; dramatic facades right out of a fairytale movie set that forms the backdrop for romantic old trams, and couples holding hands as they walk under arches. But Czech …

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44 Best Cafes in Dubai for Great Coffee and Good Vibes

Unknown to many tourists who hop from one attraction to another, Dubai has a vibrant café culture that has only grown, rather simply exploded, in the last five years. In a city where locals spend a good part of the year indoors thanks to the brutal afternoon heat of the summer months, Dubai’s best cafés …

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Best Wineries in Switzerland: Tips to Visit On Your Swiss Holiday

You might not think of wine tasting in Switzerland when planning your Swiss holiday, but if you’re a wine lover you’re in for a surprise. Admittedly, on my first visit to Switzerland, I wasn’t aware that Swiss wine was a thing (not surprising considering less than 1% of it is exported). I’d heard about and …

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What To Buy In Dubai: 30 Best Souvenirs From Dubai

If you’re visiting Dubai for the first time, you’ll quickly notice that this is a city that loves to shop, obvious in just how many shopping malls and retail districts are spread across the length and breadth of the city. Spend some time here and you also notice just how many shopping festivals, events, and …

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Is the Swiss Travel Pass Worth it? My Swiss Travel Pass Review 

Blessed with romantic lakeside cities, quiet villages where traditions thrive, dreamy alpine pastures alive with the music of cowbells, lush wine villages and vineyards, and some of the most spectacular peaks in the world, Switzerland is the kind of country where you’re surrounded by magnificent landscapes no matter where you go, and also on your …

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A Wine Tour of South Moravia in the Czech Republic 

When speaking of European wine regions, you might not readily think of the Czech Republic. I do not blame you if you picture the rolling hills of Tuscany or vineyards in Spain instead. Not many of us realize that the rich heritage of Czech wine dates back to the 3rd century. Considering that today you …

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The Ultimate Travel Guide to Kotor, Montenegro

By guest contributor Kat Smith Kotor in Montenegro is a pretty sight, flanked by the Bay of Kotor on one side, and the mighty Mount Lovćen on the other. Within the fortified walls of Old Town Kotor lies a cobbled maze of restored medieval stone houses, Baroque palaces, markets, churches, museums, lively squares, and charming …

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6-day Iceland South Coast Self-drive Itinerary

You could spend a month driving around Iceland’s otherwordly landscapes and still find there’s plenty more to see, from famous waterfalls like Skogafoss and hot springs on the south coast to windswept beaches in the Westfjords, the dramatic highlands in Landmannalaugar, jaw-dropping cliffs on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, and breathtaking mountains in the east. But if …

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How to Make Awesome Travel Videos That Are Not Boring

As we begin to travel again, we’re creating more travel videos than ever before and sharing them on social media. Today smartphones offer excellent video quality and you don’t need to own an expensive camera to make professional-level travel videos for Instagram or your YouTube channel.  Whether you make videos for fun, or as a …

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28 Best Day Trips from Prague

Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is one of the most beautiful and popular cities in Europe. Known for its fairytale castles, gorgeous baroque-style architecture, charming streets, picturesque city center, and romantic bridges, this city is on many travelers’ wishlists for good reason. Whether you’re looking to spend three days in Prague or a …

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The Chedi Al Bait Sharjah is a Tasteful Luxury Hotel in a Historic Setting

“Welcome home!” a friendly voice greeted us as we stepped into The Chedi Al Bait Sharjah – we walked through timber doors into what seemed like a time portal to a time long gone by in the Middle East; smooth coral and gypsum walls, palm frond poles on the thatched barasti roof fitted with timber …

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Best Excursions From Dubai: Dubai Day Trips for Nature, Adventure and Cities

Dubai is the kind of city where you can never run out of cool things to do, whether you’re visiting Dubai for a week or planning a three-week itinerary. It’s home to amazing attractions such as the Burj Khalifa, Ain Dubai, Dubai Frame and soon, the Museum of the Future, world-class shopping and entertainment, such …

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Wadi Shees: Explore Nature Trails and Go Kayaking on this Day Trip from Dubai

Hidden away among the mighty jagged peaks of the Hajar Mountains in a region that belongs to the emirate of Sharjah, Wadi Shees is a lush, fertile little piece of paradise that makes for a great and easy day trip from Dubai (just a 90-minute drive) and Sharjah (45-minute drive). Wadi Shees (sometimes also spelled …

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