When one thinks of Romania, vampires and castles may be the first thing that comes to mind, but the country is full of much more than that. From cities to …
Bucharest city guide: exploring Romania’s cultural capital
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World’s best cities for couples
With love in the air, and Valentine’s Day just a few days away, couples are (or have already begun) planning the details of how they will be spending the day, …
Exploring the French-colonial city of Hanoi by foot
If you’ve already made your way through Ho Chi Minh City, then Hanoi should be next on your list of cities to visit in Vietnam. What once was the capital …
Jakarta city guide: what to do in world’s twelfth largest city
Jakarta, Indonesia’s biggest city and capital, has a history that dates back to the 4th century CE. Throughout the years, the city and its surroundings were dominated by various kingdoms, …
Don’t miss these must-see sites in the historical city of Lahore
Historians believe people settled in Lahore, Pakistan over 2,000 years ago, however, the most concrete documents that mention the current city dates back to 982. For many centuries, the city …
What to do and see in Lima, the “City of Kings”
Lima, Peru is known as the “City of Kings” because it was founded on the Catholic Holiday “Kings Day” by Francisco Pizarro, a Spanish Conquistador, in 1535. In the 17th …
Manila city guide: what to see and do in the “Pearl of the Orient”
Manila, also known as the “Pearl of the Orient”, has become a popular destination for those traveling to the Philippines. And although it tends to be a stopover for those …
Dublin city guide: hidden gems that can’t be missed
Evidence of settlers in Dublin can be traced backer 1,000 years ago to the time of the Vikings, who ruled over the area for more than 300 years until the …
Helsinki city guide: our favorite spots in this vibrant seaside destination
Founded by the Swedish King, Gustavus Vasa, in 1550, Helsinki was ruled for several centuries by the Swiss until Finland was conquered by Russia in 1809. It wasn’t until more …
Top three ultimate New Year getaways to ring in 2019
With New Year’s Eve only a week away, the world is finalizing its preparations for the best night of the year. From East to West, each country, city, and region …