Oktoberfest 2012 to Kick Off Fun and Beer in Munich
With Oktoberfest 2012 just around the corner, it’s no wonder these days all eyes are on Munich, the wonderful Bavarian capital. Probably the most famous attraction in Munich, the mega beer festival recognized all over the world is taking place each year since 1810 in the city center, welcoming guests with over 30 beer tents, special events and an authentic journey through the beautiful Bavarian culture. As always, there will be tons of beer, colorful parades, concerts, fun rides, Bavarian traditions, various performers exhilarating the...
read moreChicago – The American Architectural Beauty
Chicago, the city of many nicknames such as “The Windy City” or “Chi-Town” is the largest metropolis in the state of Illinois and the third most populated city in the United States after New York and Los Angeles. Founded in 1837, the city experienced an amazing development, becoming today a startling center of art and culture and one of the most important hubs of commerce and trade in the world. A city rose from the ashes Ironically, the city’s thriving evolution began after the Great Chicago Fire, a conflagration that devastated a...
read moreBeer, Food and Cultural Festivals In Europe This Fall
Autumn is a great time to visit Europe, the days are pleasant and sunny, the harvest season is in full swing, the prices drop dramatically, wine, beer and food festivals are at their best, museums reveal their newest exhibitions and theatres come to life. All in all, whether you’re planning to visit the glamorous west, the chilly north, the cultural east or any other region within the old continent, there will certainly be somewhere an excellent festival, a concert, a cultural event, a music fest or a charming local fair for you to enjoy...
read moreTuscany Vs. Provence
Nothing illustrates the fall in Europe better than the picturesque countryside with its stunning palette of colors, charming rolling hills sprinkled with vineyards and fields of sunflowers, mild weather, idyllic towns and villages, rich traditions, heavenly food, plenty of culture, history and wine. There are many places matching these criteria in Europe but when it comes to ideal fall destinations only a few can actually compete with Provence and Tuscany– two different nations, two legendary destinations, two old-fashioned love affairs...
read moreRomania In The Fall
Romania used to have a temperate climate with four seasons, but for several years things have changed a bit. Summers began to be increasingly longer and the winters increasingly frosting, so those four seasons have somehow turned into two. Considering that today is the first day of autumn, I decided to share with you a few things about Romania in the fall. The weather is beautiful My childhood’s autumns were characterized by three months of gloomy skies, long rains, crispy winds, thick sweaters and inviting scents of plum jam. Now the...
read moreTop 10 Fall Travel Destinations
With the melancholic September just around the corner, I think it’s time to collect our summer memories and lock them somewhere in a suitcase in order to make room for others. Although the fall comes with chiller days and gloomier skies, that doesn’t mean we should stay home and watch TV. Autumn is probably the best time of the year to travel the world, to discover new places, satisfy our craving for culture and history or to venture in various sports and outdoor activities. Here are my 10 proposals for fall destinations 2012: 10....
read moreTop 5 Things To Do In Madrid
Modern, sophisticated but still traditional, royal and steeped in history, Madrid, the fabulous capital of Spain is without doubts one of Europe’s greatest cities and a destination for all tastes. The city lies in the very heart of Spain as an ideal point to start your vacation around the country and the embodiment of freedom, a freedom gained after the repressive Franco regime. Featuring an imposing architecture, beautiful parks and gardens, wide tree-lined boulevards, grandiose fountains, iconic marble statues, charming plazas and a myriad...
read moreThe Underwater Museum – A Brilliant Ecological Project in Cancun
Located in the beautiful crystal waters surrounding Cancun and Isla Mujeres in Mexico, the stunning underwater museum – Museo Subacuatico de Arte alias MUSA is among the most unusual scuba diving sites in the world. Created by English sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor, the museum features over 400 permanent sculptures made from pH-neutral material in order to preserve and promote coral life in the region. The museum was inaugurated in 2010 with its first phase called “The Silent Evolution”. At that time, 200 statues were established on...
read moreHow To Explore Florence In Style
Florence, the elegant capital of Tuscany region lies midway between Milan and Rome as one of the most striking Italian beauties. Adorned with artworks of the world’s greatest artists like Michelangelo, Leonardo, Donatello or Botticelli, to name but a few, the city enjoys a lovely appearance which melts into its vivid soul like a sweet gelato under the Tuscany sun. There is no right or wrong way of exploring the City of Renaissance, but there still are a few things you can do in order to enrich your experience here, therefore I decided to...
read more5 Breathtaking Island Destinations In The Indian Ocean
Bounded by Asia (India), Africa, Australia and Antarctica, the Indian Ocean prides itself with precious clear beaches, turquoise waters, stunning islands and marvelous scenery, being frequently considered the most appealing marine destination on Earth. Extremely popular among honeymooners, the breathtaking islands scattered throughout the Indian Ocean greets visitors with white powdery sands, incredibly clear waters kissing your feet, stunning natural landscapes and plenty of unique activities. Seychelles Seychelles spans an archipelago...
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