Exploring Latvia and Lithuania in Winter: A One-Week Itinerary Visiting Latvia and Lithuania in winter offers a very different perspective from the peak summer season, especially around Christmas and New Year. During this time, cities are quieter, daylight is limited, and winter weather shapes what you can do. Find here an itinerary to travel through […]
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1 week in Siberia: Novosibirsk and the Altai Republic Politics aside, Russia is a diverse and compelling country to visit, shaped by a distinctive mix of modern urban life and traditions. While Moscow and Saint Petersburg are its largest and most internationally known cities, regions such as Novosibirsk and the Republic of Altai offer a
4 Days in the Alsace region from Switzerland: Strasbourg & small towns Strasbourg and the Alsace region are among the most beautiful parts of France, famous for half-timbered houses, cobblestone streets, vineyards, and hearty food. Four days is the perfect amount of time to explore Strasbourg itself and also discover some of the charming villages
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A weekend in Budapest: The Perfect 2-Day Itinerary for History, Baths, and Architecture If you’re looking for a perfect European weekend getaway, Budapest is an amazing place to visit. It offers the ideal mix of relaxation, history, and stunning architecture. The capital is split by the Danube River into Buda and Pest. Hungary’s capital is
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2 days in Venice: The Perfect Weekend Itinerary for Canals, Culture, and Colorful Islands Some may say that Venice is an overrated destination. However, I’ve visited it already three times, and it still marvels me with its beauty. Venice is a great one day destination on your way to other Italian cities, as the most
Hike from Dornach-Arlesheim to Goetheanum, Dorneck Castle, and Burg Birseck Getting there Dornach-Arlesheim is located nearby Basel city (30 min by train), which puts it at 1:10-1:30 h from Zürich HB. There’s a paid covered parking lot near the station in case you arrive by car, although it’s not very big. Starting point: Dornach-Arlesheim station
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One day in Karlsruhe: Top Things to Do in Germany’s Fan-Shaped City Located in southwest Germany near the French border, Karlsruhe is a city that often flies under the radar. It’s quite small and attractions are limited. However, if you happen to go there, there’s enough interesting attractions to keep you busy! The city has
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Hiking the Seven Rila Lakes in Summer: Complete Guide and Tips Hiking the Seven Rila Lakes in Summer is one of the most unforgettable experiences you can have in Bulgaria. Located in the Rila Mountains, this scenic trail takes you past seven glacial lakes surrounded by alpine meadows . The route is moderately challenging but
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5 Days in Lapland: The Perfect Winter Holiday Itinerary What’s a better way to spend your Christmas (or Winter) holidays than visiting the home place of Santa Claus? If you’re not afraid of the cold, but are excited about days where sunrise and sunset are merged, to have the possibility of seeing northern lights, and
Hike to Ebenalp – Schäfler – Äscher Hütte – Seealpsee – Wasserauen If you’re looking for one of the most famous day hikes in Switzerland, try the hike from Ebenalp to Schäfler, Äscher Hütte, Seealpsee, and Wasserauen. It has it all: dramatic ridgelines, cozy mountain huts, crystal-clear alpine lakes, and postcard-worthy views. Located in the
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