To say that Gibraltar is a unique place would be an understatement. How else would you describe a British exclave in the far southern reaches of the Spanish province of Andalusia, with a view of both Europe and Africa, settled by a singular melting pot of people, overlooked by a giant massif populated by monkeys. […]
Porto (Oporto in Portuguese) is a remarkable and extremely endearing city, blessed with a kind of mystical quality that remains long after one has left. The second largest city of Portugal, located in the northern part of the Lusitan nation, nestled along the estuary of the Douro river, flowing into the Atlantic. The city’s centre […]
Situated in the heart of the Occitanie department, only 10km from the Mediterranean coast, Montpellier is a dynamic and young city which is re-branding itself as a tourist hotspot. The city recently became the 7th largest in France with a metropolitan area counting 600.000 inhabitants (surpassing Strasbourg). The historic capital of Languedoc and contemporary capital […]
When talking about the Balkans, numerous images, prejudices and stereotypes may come to mind. Some good some bad some outright erroneous. The Balkan peninsula is often depicted and thought of as as a place of extremes, which has sometimes contributed to its somewhat chaotic reputation through the years. But the fact is there is no […]
Located in the heart of the American West, Telluride once beckoned to prospectors and fortune seekers seeking to strike it rich in the town’s gold and silver mines. Nowadays the town attracts a different crowd – one hoping to find thrills on one of the many ski slopes the surrounding mountains have to offer. Should […]
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, […]
One of Bratislava’s many nicknames is the “Little Big City,” and with its hundreds of years of history and culture packed into such a small area, it’s easy to see why. Every inch of the city carries a certain weight to it, and this weight elevates even the smallest action. An act as simple as […]
Apulia is the region in Southern Italy that occupies the heel of the peninsula. It is known for the dazzling blue sea of the Salento, the rugged white cliffs of the Gargano and the interior made of rolling hills and sun scorched plains scattered with olive groves, vineyards and masserie (the name of old farmhouses […]
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 […]
With the beautiful and vibrant city of Munich as your base, you are a short drive or train ride from many invigorating ways to spend the day. From the alluring peaks of the Alps to important historical sites, there is a day trip from Munich for everyone. Here are my top recommended trips from the […]
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