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 …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
Florence is undoubtedly known for its world-class art and architecture, it also boasts a rich and quirky culture that can be explored in a variety of unique ways. From visiting a secret pharmacy that dates back centuries to climbing the hill where Leonardo da Vinci once attempted to fly (unsuccessfully), there are plenty of unusual …
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 …
Travelers in France are always drawn to mainstream attractions like St Tropez, Nice, Avignon, and of course, Paris. But France has a lot more to offer than just the Eiffel Tower, the Riviera, and Mont-Saint-Michel. Many attractions in France are overshadowed by the cities making the ‘Top 10 list’ in 99% of the tourist guides. …
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 …
In a country renowned for its rich history, one of the fascinating yet not spoken about enough things are the walled cities in France. From the imposing ramparts of Carcassonne to the charming medieval walls of Avignon, these walled cities are like living museums, and in this article, we’ll focus on some of the most …