I spent a year in Moldova, with most of my days centered in its capital, Chișinău, but my wanderlust made sure I covered most of its nooks and crannies. On a whim, post a rather intriguing job offer, I found myself boarding a plane to this Eastern European surprise (actually, the least visited country in …
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Most people who visit Croatia don’t get much further from the sun-kissed beaches, the party scene of Hvar, Dubrovnik’s old town and taking selfies at Game of Thrones sites. However, if you look hard enough, you’ll discover plenty of hidden gems in Croatia that often slip through the average tourist’s itinerary and in this article, we’ll do our best to tell you the untold …
Often overshadowed by its Adriatic siblings, Montenegro’s islands should not be forgotten. From the man-made marvel of Our Lady of the Rocks, legend, to the timeless aura of Sveti Dorde and Sveti Stefan, Montenegro’s islands are a delightful mix of gorgeous beaches, history, and stunning nature landscapes. And that’s the topic of this article- here, …
Life in Bulgaria as a foreigner can be and probably will end up being a daring adventure. Nestled between the snow-capped mountains of the west and sun-kissed coastlines of the east lies a country that’s home to a proud nation that managed to preserve its traditional way of life in the era of modern city …
At a glance, Romania rarely gets mentioned and even when it does it’s as the land of Count Dracula and the Carpathian Mountains but its allure doesn’t stop there. On the contrary, Romania is a country that hides plenty of lesser-known anecdotes, historical gems, and lesser known things and in this article, we’ll uncover 50 …
When it comes to Athens, most people are familiar with the iconic silhouette of the Acropolis or the bustling alleys of Plaka, but as with all cities, there’s a less-trodden path in Athens awaiting those with an adventurous spirit. For those eager to dive deeper and see the city through the eyes of a local, …
You know, when most people think of Turkey, they might picture bustling bazaars, aromatic kebabs, or ancient ruins (and rightly so!), but don’t sleep on the beach towns in Turkey. Turkey has access to 4 seas- the Mediterranean to the south, the Aegean to the west, the Sea of Marmara between the European and Asian land masses, …
Istanbul is a city that takes breakfast very seriously. From simple combos like delicious simit (think of it as Turkey’s answer to the bagel) and Turkish tea to full-blown buffet-style breakfasts, the breakfast options here are practically unlimited, and in this article, we’ll teach you everything there is to know about breakfast in Istanbul. Helpful …
Norway is primarily famous for its majestic fjords, the Northern Lights, and Viking heritage, but many forget that its 100,000-kilometer-long coastline is one of the world’s longest! And of course, across this long coastline, you’ll come across some beautiful beaches and in this article, we’ll focus on the most fabulous beach resorts in Norway. Most …
Where the Northern Lights serve as a glittering overhead canopy, and fjords stand tall as nature’s own love letters to the world, you see that a honeymoon in Norway, despite the excruciately cold weather, isn’t such a bad idea after all, especially if you’re seeking an escape where romance flirts shamelessly with raw nature! Why …