Melbourne was once a tiny encampment of European immigrants (and not convicts like many believe) looking for riches in the many mines that dot the state of Victoria. Today it is a cosmopolitan alpha city, often called the most “European” city of Australia due to its incredibly high rates of Irish, Italian, and Greek immigration […]
The fifth largest city in Spain with over 700.000 inhabitants in its metropolitan area. Capital of the province of Aragon (and the millenary kingdom that bore its name). The city is a centre of Spanish culture, underlined by the plethora of UNESCO heritage sites scattered around the old town. Zaragoza should definitely be on your […]
Charming and remote, Yllas is more than just another ski resort area; it’s a window into an often unseen part of Finnish culture. Beloved by Finns and tourists alike, Yllas offers your standard skiing options alongside many unique cultural and natural wonders, including auroras, fells, and wilderness cafes. There’s a plethora of amazing things to […]
Tangier, the name alone evokes wonder, intrigue and mystery. A far cry from Morocco’s financial capital Casablanca, which although another amazing destination, has changed dramatically from its exotic depiction in the famous film of the same name. Tangier has objectively retained much more of its mystique. The city has a history of over three millennia, […]
Standing at a crossroads between Scandinavia and central Europe, Copenhagen is a city that defies easy labels. Such defiance, however, is what makes the city such a fascinating place to visit. There are dozens of things to do in Copenhagen for travelers of any ilk, and with such a delightful blend of culture, history, and […]
There is no place quite like Venice. Built on 118 small islands, divided in six districts (called sestieri) its very existence is a testament to human ingenuity. This thousand year old floating city has uncountable places to visit and secrets to uncover. But lets cover some bases and assume we have only one day. This […]
For the uninitiated, Tropea is one of the most stunning locations in a region that boasts some of the most beautiful countrysides and best beaches in Italy. The town has an ancient history. It was founded as a Greek colony more than two thousand years ago (a local legend has it, that the first settlement […]
Istanbul, the Sublime Porte, the Second Rome, Gateway to both Europe and Asia, controlling the entrance to both the Black Sea and the Mediterranean from its unbeatable position on the Golden Horn. The city’s foundation as Byzantium by Greek settlers in the 7th century BC is still shrouded in mystery. Under the Romans it was […]
As the saying goes: “Turkey is too middle-eastern for a westerner, too western for a middle-easterner”. Nowhere does this proverb ring truer than Istanbul. This proud megalopolis (15 million inhabitants as of 2019), is literally split in half by the Bosporus strait, with footholds in both Europe and Asia. Not many cities can boast such […]
Our journey through Normandy continues. Moving westwards from Honfleur we arrive at the capital of the Calvados department: Caen. The city is a provincial hub, most famous culturally for its bond with William the Conqueror, whose legacy can be seen in its four main monuments all classed as Monuments Historiques, the designation given to national […]
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