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- 24 Febandra88 in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
Scenic natural spots in the Balkans to see before you die
Plitvice waterfalls, photo by 29cm on Flickr
When the new seven wonders of the world were chosen in 2007, a dozen of the nominated sites were located in the Balkans. This small patch of Europe has an inordinately large amount of natural beauty on its side, and this alone would make the Balkans an excellent choice of a travel destination.
Add to this the fact that Balkan countries have amazing cuisine and unique cultures, and there’s not much else you could wish for in a vacation spot. The Balkans are becoming more and more popular with foreign tourists, many of whom flock to the pristine beaches at the Mediterranean, there are many other scenic natural spots in the Balkans to see before you die, and here are some of them. …
- 19 Novandra88 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 5 travel destinations for 2012
Ohrid, Macedonia
The end of the year is fast approaching, and it’s time for travelers to plan their next destinations for 2012. After all, if the end of the world is coming, better to go down doing what you like, right?
Well, mumbo-jumbo aside, there are quite a few places that will be either very fashionable holiday destinations next year, or they will be too affordable not to visit. If you are planning any great outings next year, then you should put your thinking cap on and decide which one of the top 5 travel destinations for 2012 . …
- 21 Septylerd in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Top 10 historic sites in Europe
Dubrovnik
Europe hasn’t been around longer than any other parts of the world (despite being part of the “Old World”), but quite a bit of interesting history happened to happen on the continent. Wars, revolutions, political coups and the like have left their mark on Europe, and while many of these places don’t always conjure up happy events, from a historian’s point of view they are quite exciting.
Visiting the places where history happened is one of the things that no tourist can or should avoid, and the truth is that Europe’s historical sites are every bit worth a trip. So if you are interested in history or if you’d just like to see some interesting places, here are top 10 historic sites in Europe. …
- 23 Aug
The best urban destinations in the Balkans
Dubrovnik seen from above
The Balkans are not exactly the premier travel destination in Europe, and that’s really not much of a surprise considering the unstable political situation in the recent past, as well as unsavory rumors that have kept kept potential visitors at bay.
However, the Balkans are quickly developing into a great travel destination that has a fresh and unexplored feel, yet it is loaded with culture, traditions and a rich history.
The currently most popular travel destinations in the Balkans are capitalizing on the stunning natural wonders and a diverse culture, cuisine and friendly people in order to attract visitors, and they manage to do it successfully. Here are some of the best urban destinations in the Balkans, for those interested in visiting this astounding corner of Europe. …
- 17 Junpapillon in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The best summer trips for students
If you are a student and a traveler, then summer must be your all time favorite season, because you get two or three full months of holiday when you can do whatever you want, and travel wherever you want. When it comes to summer traveling, the only thing that can stop a student is budget, but even that problem can be overcome with a few tricks.There are lots of possible summer trips that are affordable and also very fun. So here is some inspiration for students who are wondering how to fill their summer break: the best summer trips for students. …
- 27 Aprtomtum in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The backpacker’s guide to Macedonia
Skopje city center
The Republic of Macedonia, a landlocked country in the Balkans, is sometimes forgotten in favor of its more famous neighbors like Greece or Bulgaria. This little country is, in fact, the very best of the Balkans rolled into one patch of mountains, lakes and hills shared among native Macedonians, Albanian Muslims and other Balkanic people.
Macedonia is the Eastern European cocktail that can guarantee you an exciting and unforgettable holiday, especially if you skip the luxury travel options and do things the old-fashioned way: backpacking. Macedonia is the perfect destination for backpackers – it is affordable, friendly and beautiful. So here’s a short backpacker’s guide to Macedonia. …
- 07 Maritachan in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Five Eastern European cities to visit this spring
Vilnius
There’s no question about the popularity of Europe as a travel destination, but although Paris, London, Barcelona or Vienna are on well-trodden tourist paths, parts of the continent are not quite as famous for their touristic potential. Eastern Europe used to be the neglected and under-appreciated corner of the old world, but nowadays more and more people are willing to appreciate its culture and attractions.
Tourism is booming nowadays in many major (and even smaller) Eastern European cities, and their cultural and historical attractions are making their way into travel magazines. So here are five Eastern European cities to visit this Spring. …
- 13 Sepkachou_n in Amazing Places | 1 COMMENT
Top 10 travel destinations in the Balkans
Mostar
Usually when someone says that they are going to visit Europe, they don’t mean the Balkans as well. For some reason, despite having mostly escaped the shadows of communism and dictatorial regimes, many people are still reluctant to venture quite so far into the eastern parts of Europe.
In fact, the countries of the Balkans regions make really great holiday destinations; not only is there plenty to see there, but they also have a warm, welcoming and interesting culture (not to mention that they are also far cheaper than any country in Western Europe). Here are 10 of the most exciting travel destinations in the Balkans. …
- 17 Augtibi60 in Fun and Travel | NO COMMENTS
Great bazaars and what you need to know about them
The word bazaar conjures up images of rows and rows of stands filled with the most exotic and hard to find merchandises you can imagine, of lush silks, beautiful woven carpets, little wonders made of ceramic, the glint of precious metals and the alluring aroma of spices. The concept of bazaar was introduced by the ancient Persians, and since then it has spread to many regions in the world.As opposed to the American bazaars (charity rummage sales), the genuine bazaar is an open marketplace where you can find anything and everything. If you happen to visit North Africa, India, Bangladesh, Iran, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Turkey or Syria, for example, a trip to the bazaar might ensure that you go home not only with some great memories, but some rare keepsakes as well. …
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