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Whether embarking on a Eurotrip or a weekend jaunt to a foreign city, European travel requires some smart planning; you may know all the must-see landmarks, but we provide the hidden gems.
A Trip to England (Part I)
When I was fourteen, I was sent to visit part of my family in London, England. It was in the summer of 1988 and I do not know why I was sent at that particular time. We had just moved into a new house (this would be our last move after years of changing apartments and houses around the same city). Perhaps my mother felt that I would be used to another change in my location and had enough experience travelling to take such a trip. I had already seen parts of the Caribbean on different plane trips with my family and we had taken part in a long trip by car from our home to a friend’s place in California. The trip to England would be another stamp on my passport.
Kendall DefoePublished 2 years ago in WanderScilly: Britain’s Mediterranean-like isles steeped in myth
The mere mention of King Arthur makes most people think of Guinevere, Lancelot and the sword in the stone. But what about the Isles of Scilly? This cluster of islands 28 miles off Cornwall’s tip is where some believe the legendary British king is buried, on the site of his final battle with Mordred in the 6th Century. That was in the mythical land of Lyonesse – a flooded country stretching west from Cornwall whose submerged peaks are believed by some to be the Isles of Scilly.
Seamons MahallPublished 2 years ago in WanderBest Things to Do This Winter in Barcelona
With winter comes shorter days, colder weather, and the need to find new ways to entertain yourself. If you're looking for things to do this winter in Barcelona, we've got you covered.
William TayPublished 2 years ago in WanderHow Vienna built a gender equal city
Walk through the Reumannplatz, one of the best-known squares in Austria's capital city, Vienna, and you will probably spot an outdoor platform, prominently labelled Mädchenbühne (girls' stage). The large podium, which can be used by everyone, was requested as a performance space by the girls of the nearby school when asked what they would like from the urban area.
CopperchaleuPublished 2 years ago in WanderGeorgia's daring, death-defying pilgrimage
As I drove through the remote Imereti region of central-western Georgia, rolling hills and lush pine forests flanked the empty roads and grazing cows dotted the verdant landscape. It was a picture-perfect rural scene. Suddenly, the car rounded a bend and an incongruous sight appeared high above the canopy: up ahead, a massive limestone monolith jutted into the sky, about 40m tall, with a small church perched on the top.
Giżycko in the Heart of the Great Mazurian Lakes
Gizycko is the largest town on what is known as the trail of the Great Mazurian Lakes. The town lies on a narrow pass between Lake Niegocin and Lake Kitano. This is one of the most attractive regions of Poland and great for tourists looking to visit places away from overcrowded cities. As much as European cities sometimes provide a lot of excitement, it’s great to get away from the crowds and discover lovely places you might have overlooked.
Rasma RaistersPublished 2 years ago in WanderSopron at the Foot of the Alps
Sopron a lovely city in Hungary is located on the western border. It sort of creates a bridge between Hungary and its western neighbors.
Rasma RaistersPublished 2 years ago in WanderThe Saracen Joust of Arrezo
The Saracen Joust of Arrezo is held on the next to last Saturday of June and the first Sunday in September every year. The event in June, the San Donato Joust dedicated to the patron saint of the town, is held at night.
Jim DeLilloPublished 2 years ago in WanderSpain's untapped 'liquid gold'
Stretching north from Madrid, north-west Spain's autonomous Castilla y León region is a patchwork of vast mountain ranges, high plateaus and medieval towns. While most visitors come to marvel at the castillo castles that lend the region its name or admire the enchanting cathedrals in León and Burgos, much of the area is blanketed in scrubby sierra and high-altitude meseta plains that extend as far as the eye can see.
Seamons MahallPublished 2 years ago in WanderSpätis: The convenience stores that rule Berlin
New York City has its bodegas, Paris its tabacs, and Berlin its Spätis. Formally known as a Spätkauf, which translates-ish to "late shop," a späti can be found on most blocks in the city and is open late into the night – if not all night. They supply locals and tourists with cigarettes, snacks and €1 after-work wegbiers ("beers you drink on the go"). But during the pandemic, and particularly during the warmer months, they became essential fuelling stations for outdoor gatherings, as shuttered bars and nightclubs turned social life inside out.
Seamons MahallPublished 2 years ago in WanderVisit a few of the top museums in Europe
You'll want to visit the museums whenever you travel, no matter where. Spending the day in a museum allows you to see some of the most impressive pieces of architecture, artwork, historical and natural relics, and everything in between. We have compiled a list of some of the most well-known museums in Europe, even if our list of favorite museums is pretty long.
Isidor GheorghiesiPublished 2 years ago in WanderMost stunning waterfalls on earth
People go from all over the world to witness waterfalls, one of the most amazing natural wonders on earth, since they are powerful and inspiring forces of nature. There are many hundreds of waterfalls in the world, including the Havasu Falls in the Grand Canyon, the Niagara Falls on the US/Canada border, and Maine. However, the most stunning waterfalls are not always the tallest. Take Croatia's Plitvice Waterfalls, which feature 16 lakes that merge to form a succession of waterfalls and cascades.
Isidor GheorghiesiPublished 2 years ago in Wander