Over the sun-scorched plains and rocky shores of Puglia, castles lord it over, silent yet expressive monuments to centuries of empires, crusades, and cultural interaction. The glittering shores of the Adriatic, the windswept hills of the Murge, there is no fortress that doesn’t have at least one interesting story. These are not merely defensive works, …
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The Dolomites are a scenery of opposites, towers of jagged limestone soaring out of smooth alpine meadows, lakes of turquoise lurking in trees, and expansive plateaus where the silence is over miles. Hiking here does not just mean any trail it is also an adventure into Ladin culture and mountain folklore as well as one …
Historical events, culture, and beautiful scenery meet in Sicily, where the large fortresses are the greatest representatives of these traditions. The castles in Sicily are living reminders of the island’s glorious history, scattered all across the island of centuries of conquest, defense, and noble life. The castles, having been built by Arabs, Normans, Swabians, and …
Italy is like a museum of the past that is alive, a country where history is made known at every corner and art, architecture, and culture of the past centuries decorate its most famous historical landmmarks. Starting from the splendor of Rome’s ancient Colosseum and the detailed frescoes of the Sistine Chapel, to the great …
Venice is a city famous for its canals, bridges, and timeless allure, and it’s a miraculous place to visit throughout the year, even when the rain comes. Rain in Venice is often accompanied by the seasonal occurrence of acqua alta, when high tides temporarily inundate the low-lying areas, thus giving a unique visual experience as …
When the summer turns too hot and gets on your nerves, going to the beach is one of the simplest and most refreshing day trips from the Eternal City. Fortunately, some of the nearest beaches to Rome are less than an hour away, offering sandy shores, shallow waters, and a range of lively beach clubs …
Rome is definitely a city of layers—ancient ruins, Renaissance palaces, lively piazzas, and quiet cobblestone alleys and there’s no better way to really enjoy all this not from a chain hotel, but from a unique boutique stay that takes you right into the heart of the city. Whether it’s while you were sipping an espresso …
Hawaii is one of the most expensive destinations in the US, but it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg to explore the Big Island. Volcanic scenery, luxuriant rainforest, and pure beaches aside, there are many free things to do in Hawaii Big Island that will leave you with unforgettable memories without costing …
You know, when most people think of Australia, they might picture kangaroos and koalas, scary animals, iconic buildings like the Sydney Opera House, or even natural wonders like Uluru, but one must not forget about the beautiful beach towns in Australia. Australia has access to three Oceans (the Indian, Pacific, and Southern Oceans) and four seas …
In the world of travel, Spain is famous for many things. Madrid, Barcelona, wine, gastronomy, and of course, the famous Spanish Riviera and its scenic Atlantic or Mediterranean coastlines. There are many famous beaches in Spain that most people would like to visit, some famous for being the party hubs of Europe (like Ibiza), others for being …