Posts Tagged "destinations"

Standing at the crossroads of Europe and Asia for as long as history can record, there’s no wonder Turkey is so unique, so varied and so utterly beautiful. Split between two different cultures, two different worlds, and somehow torn asunder by two different time periods, the country of Troy and stunning mosques is undoubtedly one of the world’s greatest and most sundry destinations whether the traveler is looking for famous coastlines, remote beaches, cosmopolitan metropolises  outlandish landscapes, fantastic ruins and scenery, overwhelming culture or heavenly food. Somehow mistakenly, Turkey is often pictured as an easy-fitting summer destination for families in search of beautiful beaches and 5 star all-inclusive resorts. Well, this is just one of its...

There is often a misperception when it comes to Scandinavia and the Nordic Countries, as many people tend to believe that it is one and the same thing. Well, it’s not. The Northern Countries refer to the countries and islands situated in the north part of Europe including the Scandinavian Peninsula, Jutland Peninsula, the eastern Baltic plain and the islands found offshore from mainland Northern Europe. Consequently, Scandinavia with its famous fjords, lovely mountains, lakes and Ice Age remainders is just a little part of Northern Europe that includes Denmark, Sweden and Norway. These are my picks for Scandinavia’s most beautiful cities: Stockholm Maybe not as famous as Europe’s big stars, Stockholm, the gorgeous Swedish capital enjoys the reputation of...

Ideally located at the foothills of Atlas Mountains, the colorful city of Marrakech (Marrakesh) is the capital of southern Morocco and one of the most popular destinations in the country. Drawing a completely different world for us, Europeans, Marrakech, the entrance to the dessert, has played a main role in the history of Morocco, which has been known internationally as The Kingdom of Marrakech. The city’s thriving culture, the beautiful setting, the mystical appearance, the heavenly shopping and its proximity to Europe make from Marrakech a real jewel, an oriental oasis for all senses and a unique cultural experience.   Marrakech Attractions There are plenty of things to do and see in this vibrant city and once you’ve captured its charms it would be...

Have you ever considered a city-break in Romania? I bet you haven’t, although the East European country prides itself with a couple of exciting destinations to choose from whether you’re looking for fun, rich culture, vibrant nightlife, leisure or a romantic weekend. When it comes to city breaks most travelers are heading for famous cities such a Rome, Paris, Prague, London or Amsterdam, never taking into account other delightful corners of Europe. Even with the latest development of tourism in the former Soviet Bloc, Romania has remained among those few less-visited destinations. And if however the scenic Carpathian Mountains with their lovely resorts, breathtaking views and ski slopes manage to bring some overseas visitors in Romania during the winter and...

Speaking of travel trends, there’s a new tendency dominating the industry lately. After the global obsession regarding “off the beaten path” adventures, it looks like an increasingly number of travelers is interested in culinary destinations, or rather they are focusing more than ever on culinary experiences when they travel. Although Europe with its incredibly rich and fancy cuisines could easily be considered a heaven for culinary spotters, nothing arouses interest for this matter, these days, more than the Caribbean islands. With an abundant culture and a plethora of food festivals, Both Trinidad and Tobago are among the Caribbean’s most versatile culinary destinations, being selected to host many events of this kind, lately. Additionally, each...

New York is a story, the story of an unfastened vibrant society whose anchors have never been stuck on a shore, a lie, a paradise, an unfulfilled dream or maybe a fantasy, a place of overstatements and harsh beauty, a fast train that left too late or a wheel of fortune. This is my New York and I’m sure that most people on this planet have their own judgment when it comes to portray the Big Apple. Here’s a beautiful video, a glimpse of this wonderful city: New York at Night How is your New York?

With summer officially starting today, I decided to revitalize my blog and to prepare it for the hottest season of all, the long waited, exciting and precious summertime. Considering that summer is not particularly the best time of the year to spend hours in front of the computer and reading never-ending articles while others are building memories on a beautiful beach in Southern France or having the time of their lives on the other side of Earth, I came up with the idea of starting a new section of quick-read articles – “What’s Hot”. Designed especially for those of you out there preoccupied of living your genuine adventures, this section will cover a mix of short fashionable items, more or less travel-related, from trendy destinations and activities to...