Passport Symphony Travel Blog
The truth about riding elephants and why I will never ride an elephant again
Spending times with elephants is an amazing experience and many people actually have elephant riding on their bucket list. Sitting on the back of this majestic animal and letting it carry you through the jungle might sound really exciting at first but once you do it something just doesn’t feel right. I’m ashamed to say […]
The most common tourist scams in Eastern Europe and how to avoid them
Most cities in Europe are relatively safe and violent crimes are pretty unusual. In fact, the largest cities in Europe are arguably safer than most large cities in the US. However, Eastern Europe is still a bit different than the western part of the old continent. The rapid increase of tourists in these countries in […]
15 Most Unusual Festivals in India you won’t see anywhere else
India is one of the only few countries on this planet with a lot of different ethnic groups that managed to survive on the same land without any major internal conflicts This magnificent country has always been known as a land of diversified cultures, spirituality, and mysticism. Hence, it’s no wonder that there are a […]
Austria off the beaten track: 14 hidden gems in Austria you didn’t know existed
Austria today is a small, landlocked country that’s only a fraction of what it once was but it’s still a country of great diversity. I can’t help but feel that Austria waltzes between the urban world and the great outdoors so effortlessly that the only thing separating the stunning architecture of Vienna is from the […]
Hotel Review: Green Park Resort in Chitwan, Nepal
Hotel Green Park Chitwan in Sauraha is ideal for visitors looking for a luxurious accommodation away from the city center and close to the jungle sanctuary. The clean, contemporary design and décor give add to the resort’s special charm, and my honest first impression was that staying here should cost more than it actually does. […]
Trekking in the Annapurna Region with Glorious Himalaya
Thousands of hiking enthusiasts head to Annapurna in Nepal every year searching for adventure. Trekking around this region that has become a Mecca for hikers in recent years covers a fascinating range of cultural and geographical varieties that makes trekking here an experience of a lifetime. Most trekkers that visit follow the standard route to […]
14 experiences you can have only in Australia and nowhere else
When I first started traveling, I did it to experience difference. Create memories of a lifetime I could never experience in my hometown. This is something that the land down under offers in spades. Let’s just say Australia has a lot of things that are worth going halfway around the world to see. In this […]
3 Rooms by Pauline’s in Kathmandu: Hotel Review by Passport Symphony
One amazing, authentic place I want to share with you today is 3 Rooms by Pauline: a boutique hotel located in the Baber Mahal in Kathmandu that combines the heritage of the Rana time with an appealing French decor. Located not too far from the busy city center away from the busy crowded streets of […]
Visiting Slovenia: the land of the Sunny Side of the Alps
Hemmed into the Adriatic by Croatia, Italy, Austria and Hungary, Slovenia is an earthly paradise of snow-capped peaks, Venetian-looking coastlines, cosmopolitan cities, and a myriad of natural treasures. Slovenia is located at the intersection separating the German, Italian, and Slavic worlds, making this small but lovely country an exciting mix of the best of each […]
15 off-the-beaten-track places in Italy you didn’t know existed
Italy is a land of ancient history and marvelous beauty famous for wine, food, art, and fashion. It’s the country that introduced Europe to the Renaissance and even today continues to be at the forefront of design innovation. Hence, it’s no surprise that Italy is one of the most visited countries in the world. The […]
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