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- 10 AprAdam in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Istanbul, The Striking Light of Bosphorus
Hagia Sophia ©Clay Gilliland/flickr
In Istanbul both European and Oriental traditions can be sensed.
If we could choose a city filled with contrasts, we would choose Istanbul, the city that divides Europe and Asia by the Bosphorus strait, yet at the same time, unifying them in a paradoxical. Occidental life is generally accepted on the Asian part, and the Oriental traditions remain strong on the Golden Horn, which is European Land.
- 12 Noverato in Airfare Deals | NO COMMENTS
Turkish Airlines Cheap Flights to Istanbul
Istanbul
You have a couple of extra free days left for this year? We have found you an amazing and exotic city break for a great price: get cheap flights from New York to Istanbul for $574 r/t with taxes. Travel with Turkish Airlines – Turkey’s flag carrier – and
save over $50 compared to all other airlines. … - 22 Marlizzy_a in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The best markets and bazaars in the world
Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, photo by mwanasimba on Flickr
If you really want to discover the heart of a city, don’t look for it in the nicely polished and renovated historical centers, sleek business and shopping districts, or even small cozy neighborhoods. More often than not, it’s enough to visit the biggest market of a particular destination to see all the things that define it.
For a traveler, markets might be a good source of souvenirs or cheap food, but they can also be attractions by themselves, showcasing the diversity and mundane bustle of a city. You don’t even need to shop to enjoy a trip to some of the best markets and bazaars in the world, even if the temptation will be hard to resist for many. …
- 02 Febevike14 in Food Experiences | 1 COMMENT
5 destinations for travelers with a sweet tooth
Bologna, Italy
When a traveler gets itchy feet, they are most likely drawn away from their homes by some interesting attraction or another, by travel deals, or cheap eats and a cheap accommodationou.
But when you love your taste buds just as much as you like traveling, you can make food a good enough reason to travel. In any case, even if you might skip dessert on a regular day, traveling is about enjoying yourself, so it’s the perfect opportunity to taste the sweets that people indulge in in other parts of the world.
Actually, don’t even worry about mealtimes, and just dig in whenever the mood strikes! Here are 5 destinations for travelers with a sweet tooth that are guaranteed to make your tummy very happy. …
- 10 Oct
Top 10 most visited tourist attractions in the world
Trafalgar Square, photo by David Baron
If there was a course on traveling 101, there would be a couple of destinations that would most likely make the list of places that a tourist has got to see in their lifetime. Not only because they are really quite interesting, but because travelers of every type visit them, and it would possibly be a blow on your traveler’s cred (in some traveler circles, at least) to say that you’ve never seen them before.
If you’re only at the beginning of your ‘career’ as traveler, seasoned travelers might tell you to ditch any rules and visit whatever makes you happy, but it doesn’t hurt to take a look at some of the top 10 most visited tourist attractions in the world – there’s a good reason why they are so popular! …
- 02 Augtylerd in Travel Planning | 2 COMMENTS
The best European rivers for cruises
Belgrade
Never let it be said that the only worthwhile cruises in Europe are in the Baltic Sea or in the Mediterranean! ‘Salt water cruises’ are awesome and definitely the best way of seeing the jagged coastline of Nothern Europe or the glitzy beaches and islands of the Mediterranean, but how about actually visiting the mainland on a boat?
Europe is criss-crossed by countless rivers, some larger, some smaller and many which are seemingly tailor-made for a cruise. The majestic Danube, the scenic Elbe, the Rhone, the Rhine and many lesser known rivers are perfect settings for a week-long holiday, so here are the best European rivers for cruises. …
- 07 Junlizzy_a in Travel tips and tricks | NO COMMENTS
The bargainer’s guide to Istanbul
Istanbul
Turkey is definitely not synonymous with Istanbul from a tourist’s point of view, but this amazing city is definitely one of the first things that people who are for the first time in Turkey should see. Not only is it the financial and cultural center of the country, but it is also a great place where you can get acquainted with the friendliness of the Turkish people and many of the customs and rituals that are commonplace in Turkey.
And one of these rituals (and also one of the most essential, if you’re on a budget) is bargaining, which you can do in several places. So here’s a short bargainer’s guide to Istanbul. …
- 14 Maritachan in Travel Planning | 1 COMMENT
Top 5 luxury destinations that you can actually afford
Dubai
We all like to flip through travel brochures and dream of where we would travel if we only had unlimited funds in our bank account…but not many people know that some travel destinations that seem to be fit only for Hollywood stars are actually affordable for regular people as well.
Five star hotel are surely off-limits for many travelers, but there are some cheaper alternatives too in places that seem to be the favorite holiday spot of the rich and famous. So if you want to feel like royalty without emptying your wallet, here are the top 5 luxury destinations that you can actually afford! …
- 23 Decandra88 in Travel Planning | 2 COMMENTS
Top backpacking destinations for 2011
Are you ready for another year of globe-trotting with nothing more than a backpack and a camera? Backpacking is not something that everyone enjoys, but a genuine backpacker knows that a tight budget and little luggage won’t stop anyone from having a great holiday, on the contrary!Backpacking will allow you to mingle with locals and other tourists alike, to see place that are off the beaten track, and to experience the culture of the country you’re visiting in its purest, rawest form. So start packing for another great year for backpacking, especially with destinations like these! Here’s our list of the top backpacking destinations for 2011. …
- 16 AugEdina in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Urban autumn in Europe – cities to visit
Autumn in Paris
Autumn can be chilly, rainy, windy and altogether unpleasant if you are still yearning for the heat of the summer months, but there are a lot of positive sides to this season, which we can’t ignore. The weather is cool enough to spend time wandering around in a pleasant urban landscape, you don’t have to worry about dehydration or unforeseen summer storms, heat strokes and sunburns.
If you want to visit a few European cities and to get the best out of your trip, autumn is the perfect time to schedule your visit. Also, if the cities which were abandoned by the locals in favour of summer resorts are full of life again, and it’s always more exciting to see a bustling city than a deserted place. And on another note, you can take full advantage of the customary autumn travel deals as well. So here are the most beautiful European cities that you can visit this autumn. …
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