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European cities are the perfect place for couples to get away and find a little romance – it doesn’t have to be Valentine’s Day to treat yourself. Whether it’s a medieval cities with timeless architecture, or enjoying a modern boutique hotels alongside a centuries-old canal, Europe can bring out the romance in any relationship. There [...]
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When I first moved to Amsterdam, it was January, and I was so excited to get to go to the world-famous Keukenhof flower gardens that spring. You no doubt know about the Netherland’s iconic strips of tulips striping fields across the countryside, but did you know that every spring you can see those tulips in [...]
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Most visitors come to Kraków for sights – the imposing Wawel Royal Castle, St. Mary’s Church on the grand, medieval Main Square, or bustling Sukiennice Cloth Market to name just a few. But especially for those new to Poland, Kraków also provides a great introduction to that key aspect of exploring all foreign lands: food. [...]
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A friend recently asked for some Belgian travel advice, knowing I spent many weekends in Antwerp while living in Amsterdam, as it’s a very quick train ride, Antwerp being not far past the Dutch border. Unfortunately ever experience I’ve had in Antwerp has been a rainy one, but that doesn’t mean I haven’t enjoyed it. [...]
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Although the concept now exists worldwide, I feel there’s no denying that the Germans are the absolute master engineers at the perfect Christmas market. The right balance of shops and food, the cosy and atmospheric town squares, the miles of lights and fires… Christmas in Germany is truly a memorable event! If you can’t make [...]
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While Lisbon is probably the most popular destination in Portugal, the city of Faro is starting to increase in popularity. It used to be mostly a winter-sun destination for Brits, but with the many direct flights to Faro and Ryanair calling it a hub now, you can very easily and cheaply get here to enjoy [...]
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Earlier in the week I was singing the praises of Innsbruck, one of Austria’s timelessly charming cities. And I briefly mentioned daytrips from Innsbruck, but wanted to take a moment and highlight the small mountain village of Seefeld. I’m calling Seefeld a destination “12 months of awesome” because literally in ever season there are hundreds [...]
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Last month I made a return visit to Innsbruck, Austria. It’s been about 15 years, but I remember the place so clearly… the color on the houses. The stark contrast of mountain cliffs behind the city, and snow capped peaks, even though it was a hot summer. As cities go, you’re hard pressed to find [...]
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Liverpool is one of the most famous cities in the UK, with thousands of tourists visiting the city each year to discover what makes it so special . But what to see in Liverpool? The first thing most people think of when they hear the name Liverpool is, of course, The Beatles, who became the [...]
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Each May, Spain’s gorgeous city of Giona transforms itself into a gorgeous outdoor museum, where it seems exhibitions of all sorts appear to be lurking in every corner. The festival, called Temps De Flors or the Girona Flower Festival, is perhaps one of Europe’s most unique flower exhibitions, where clothing, food, garden implements, and other [...]
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