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- 22 Marlizzy_a in Food Experiences | 2 COMMENTS
A short guide to Hungarian cuisine
Every country in Eastern and Central Europe has some special about its cuisine, and although sometimes it can be difficult to pinpoint where a particular dish came from, there are a few foods that are emblematic of their countries. Hungary might be a small country, but its cultural heritage, as well as its cuisine, are not to be neglected.
Nowadays, you can find traditional Hungarian restaurants and bakeries in most big cities, so here’s a short guide to Hungarian cuisine so that you’ll know what to order if you decide to try it out. …
- 01 Marevike14 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Best Easter markets in Europe
If you don’t mind leaving your home for Easter, then you should definitely take advantage of this time of the year to visit some great Easter markets.
In Europe, Easter traditions abound in every country, from delicious specialties served only at Easter time, to all sorts of customs.
But the best part of the Easter holiday in Europe (at least for a tourist) are the Easter markets, where you can gorge yourself with great food, buy arts and crafts, listen to live music and have lots of fun.
Here are some of the best Easter markets in Europe.
- 11 Feberato in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Trip to London that will not Break the Bank
London is certainly one of the most popular cities in the world and unfortunately this enduring popularity means that enjoying a trip there can often be expensive. Fortunately, there are ways of enjoying a fantastic weekend in the capital of the UK without having to spend huge amounts of cash on travel, accommodation and attractions, and this whole process starts by finding one of the many low cost flights available to bring you into the city from your chosen local airport. …
- 27 Jantibi60 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 islands in Europe
When someone decides on an island holiday, they usually think of some tropical island in the Atlantic of Pacific, but rarely anything located in (or in the vicinity of) Europe. However, Europe has quite a few islands, and many of them are overlooked in favor of their more exotic counterparts. European islands range from the sunny, with lots of beaches, to the wild and windswept. Whatever you prefer, there’s definitely an island in Europe that you’ll just adore. So here are the top 5 islands in Europe. …
- 06 Jantylerd in Food Experiences | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 places for gourmet weekends
Traveling is all about seeing new places, discovering and experiencing, but this entire adventure is not limited to what you see. Eating local foods and delicacies and offering your taste-buds some new tastes is just as big a part of the entire travel business.
Some people travel expressly with the purpose of eating the local treats, and in between two restaurants they can fit in a nice bit of sightseeing too. So if you want to go on an eating rampage, there are some cities better suited for this plan than others. Here’s a list of the top 5 places for gourmet weekends. …
- 15 Declizzy_a in Food Experiences | 1 COMMENT
The best coffee shops in Prague
Prague is one of the oldest and largest cities in Europe, and it is one of the most poplar tourist destinations for visitors from outside of Europe. Whether you are a simple tourist, a backpacker or an international student, you will find lots of things to see and do in this historic city.
But above all, Prague has a bohemian side that any newcomer should explore, especially if you are a coffee/tea addict. So for those looking for some good coffee in the city, here are our picks for the best coffee shops in Prague. …
- 09 Dectylerd in Travel Planning | 2 COMMENTS
Top 5 micronations in Europe
Micronations are a curious thing indeed. They can’t be defined as countries, but only entities that claim to be independent without being recognized as such by other world governments or international organizations. And after this rather stiff introduction, let’s see what’s the fun part about these strange little ‘nations’.
Remember when you used to imagine lands and countries when you were a kid? Well, this is exactly what happens in micronations, but this time for real. While many micronations exist only on paper or on the internet, several are quite real. So here are the top 5 micronations in Europe. …
- 06 Decevike14 in Travel Planning | 2 COMMENTS
Top 5 adventure travel destinations in Europe
Traveling is not only a means of seeing new places and discovering different cultures, but also a surefire method of getting your adrenaline shots. You don’t even have to be an adrenaline junkie to enjoy adventure travel. It is enough to want a little twist to your holidays, to make them more memorable.
Adventuring is all about testing your limits and of letting your imagination run wild. The Old Continent is a very good place to start if you are looking for a bit of adventuring, because each country can offer you a different kind of landscape, and there’s enough variety to please even the most boredom-prone traveler. So here are our suggestions for the top 5 travel destinations in Europe. …
- 01 Dectylerd in Travel tips and tricks | NO COMMENTS
Stockholm on a budget
When you’re traveling to Europe, Stockholm is one of the cities that you definitely have to see. It has the reputation of being rather chilly, but extremely cool (in the metaphorical sense), and unfortunately, a little taxing on the pocket. Visiting Stockholm without an adequate budget seem like insanity, but even if your funds are limited, don’t give up on the idea of a trip to the icy capital of Sweden.
There are several tips and tricks that can help you save some money while you’re there. So prepare yourself to dive into the city’s cosmopolitan allure, because here are some suggestions on how to visit Stockholm on a budget. …
- 26 Seppapillon in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 cheesy tourist attractions in Europe
When visiting something for the first time, there are some unwritten rules that most people choose to obey. No matter how well known, boring or downright cheesy, some tourist attractions simply must be seen, even if you feel like you know them already.
Otherwise, you will have less to boast of when you return home. It might seem like a waste of precious holiday time, but imagine returning home from Paris and telling everyone that you haven’t seen the Eiffel Tower, or that you didn’t even glance in the direction of the Louvre. Well, if you want to avoid this rather unpleasant situation, check out this list of absolutely cheesy tourist attractions that you absolutely have to visit. …