the Travel Enthusiast
- 14 Jun
Top beautiful but underrated cities in Europe
Lyon
When someone comes to Europe for the first time, they tend to visit the most popular destinations on the continent, especially when it comes to cosmopolitan cities like London, Paris, Vienna or Rome. However, there are many more places that deserve a tourist’s attention in Europe, and some of them don’t quite get as much hype as they deserve.
Some of top beautiful but underrated cities in Europe are also some of the most interesting and lively, and often they are also much more affordable than the destinations that tend to dominate tourist brochures. So if you want to see the hidden, unjustly under-appreciated side of Europe, here are some interesting destinations for you. …
- 11 May
Top 5 flea markets in Europe
photo by Frederique Voisin-Demery
One of the pleasures of traveling is buying souvenirs, and if you manage to get away without spending a fortune on gifts and mementos, all the better. Souvenir shops, however, are notorious for exploiting the tourist’s passion for little reminders of their travels, and most of the time you just end up with a cliche object that you don’t even like that much.
If you want a unique souvenir or a gift, flea markets are a much better place to hunt for interesting bargain items, and European flea markets are so fascinating that they could make great travel destinations in their own right. So here are the top 5 markets in Europe, for those tourists who like browsing through old, fascinating and unique things. …
- 03 Mayevike14 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Free attractions in Brussels, Belgium
The very center of Brussels, Grand Place
Arguably, Brussels is one of the most important cities in Europe. Not only is it the capital of Belgium, but also kind of the capital of the European Union, since so many of its institutions are located there. Brussels is also somewhat of a Western European cocktail that brings together Germanic and French influences.
Although the history of Brussels is very rich, there is not as much evidence of its as in other Belgian cities, as the historic center is quite small. Still, there are more than enough attractions that can keep you busy. So grab your umbrella and check out these free attractions in Brussels, Belgium. …
- 09 SepEdina in Food Experiences | NO COMMENTS
Bizarre restaurants around the world
Cuisine is more popular nowadays than ever before, and no matter what type of food you prefer and what country it comes from, you can probably find a restaurant that caters to your tastes. Traditional meals are not the norm anymore, and lots of people enjoy Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Indian or more exotic cuisines in addition to grandma’s good old recipes.Nevertheless, there is the occasional restaurant which offers some more unusual choices, both in terms of cuisine and in terms of atmosphere. Here are some of the most bizarre restaurants in the world, which will satisfy both your hunger and your curiosity. …
- 01 JunTudi in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
Backpacking Europe: Top 7 Cost-Free Attractions
Warsaw
In case yesterday’s post has whetted your appetite for Europe, today we’re going to do a little virtual sightseeing and see what European attractions one can enjoy for free. With all the on line travel applications that we have today, it is quite easy to estimate the costs of a trip.
But when it comes to attractions, things get a little complicated: in a big city like London or Paris, you might end up paying a museum entrance fee that is half of your accommodation price. However, keep in mind that many hostels offer free (inexpensive) city tours and maybe even a list of free attractions, just as some of the famous European Museums have a free admission day. So here come today’s seven picks: …
- 08 AprTudi in Travel Planning | 3 COMMENTS
Europe’s Best Preserved Medieval Cities
Bruges at night
It is a common symptom among European travelers to get lost in the labyrinth of cobbled streets of some random historic city and get the impression that an invisible time machine has sent them back in time. The sensation is both scary and inspiring. But there are those towns and villages across old Europe where it feels like time has no other effects but to enhance their beauty – cities that have been so throughly preserved that sometimes you wonder how can personal computers and TV sets hide between those delicious moldy walls and washed-off plaster.
And the greatest thing about it is that you’ll find hundreds of such towns in Europe, many of them still undiscovered by the tourist hordes. Today’s post is a short list of the most popular and best preserved European cities: …
- 26 SepTudi in Amazing Places | 1 COMMENT
Top Most Unusual Restaurants Worldwide
Tired of the same menu served at your favorite restaurant? Do you want to spice up your dining experience? If so, set up an easy escape to one of the cities that harbor the best and the most unusual restaurants in the world. Strange locations, crazy-themed decors, unique yet expressive outfits, exotic food, entertainment, these are just some of the ingredients that make a restaurant unusual and that act like a magnet both for the gourmands and the average tourists. So hold on to your hats as we start a virtual itinerary including the most unusual restaurants in the world! …
- 26 JunTudi in Travel Planning | 2 COMMENTS
Top 5 European Summer Festivals
If you weight your options well, visiting a city in the period it hosts a festival is probably the best way to enjoy a merry atmosphere, to rejoice the traditions and to sense the local spirit. After all, travelling is all about getting to know new places and people and finding the relaxation you’ve long waiting for. And what better alternative than a fun-filled holiday brightened by dances and songs performed alongside the friendly locals?
When it comes to festivals, regardless of the type, no other continent can compete with Europe since it houses hundreds of different colorful such events, holidays and celebrations all year round. Therefore, let us countdown the most important festivals to be celebrated in Europe during this summer and which usually magnet tons of tourists coming from all the corners of the world…Just in case you intend to join the party-lovers. …
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