There’s just something magical about Kiev. Once plagued with the Mongol Empire, World War II, Chernobyl, and Soviet rule, it has survived all of them and now stands proudly as the capital of Ukraine. It’s filled with theaters, museums, religious sites, and modern buildings, making it the center of Ukrainian culture. This city always has…
The fall of communism was like a blessing in disguise for a number of European countries, including Warsaw. The Polish capital has undergone rapid changes in the last two decades. Once occupied by the Nazis and repeatedly contested by aggressors, Phoenix City has risen from the ashes. It’s now transformed into a thriving area, crammed…
To describe the capital and the largest city of Romania, we have to say that it’s dynamic and energetic. In fact, visiting Bucharest can feel like quite an adventure. Many people are eager to see the city’s popular museums, stroll the parks, hang out at the parks, and explore the boulevards. Once called the “Paris…
Budapest is the capital of Hungary which has a unique charm. This is a place where you’ll see the influence of communism for more than four decades, slowly starting to blend in with Western-style modernization. The city territory is divided by the great Danube river and consists of three combined smaller cities, namely Buda, Obuda,…
Surrounded by vineyards and the Little Carpathians, you’ll find the charming capital of Slovakia, Bratislava. Also called the Beauty of Danube, Bratislava is known for having plenty of restaurants, cafés, and bars. You can find all of them in the maze of pedestrian streets and squares of the tiny Old Town. There’s never a dull…
Staying at hotels in Istanbul Airport is not just about transit. Perhaps we can never get over the fact that Istanbul is the only city in the world where two continents meet. And for that very reason, Istanbul boasts loud as an eclectic and vibrant city. With a history dates back as far as 2,500…
Known as the City of a Thousand Spires, Prague has a magical atmosphere that attracts more and more people to come every year. It’s the largest city in the Czech Republic located on the Vltava River in Central Bohemia. Prague is also referred to as Golden City and The Heart of Europe. It was included…
Istanbul, where do we have to start. Thanks to its unique geographical position, spread over two continents, Turkey’s largest city is endowed with enchanting nature and multicultural textures. The atmosphere is really alive, in line with modern dynamic life. With a history that stretches back to 2500 years, each neighborhood has its own food, culture,…
Set close to the Istrian peninsula’s base, Pula is a historic Croatian city. Once a major settlement of the Illyrian tribe, it grew and prospered as a colony of the ancient Roman Empire. Today, it continues to grow as a major tourist destination. Set beside the shimmering Adriatic Sea, it draws beach lovers from all…
The Black Sea coastal city of Burgas in southeastern Bulgaria is fairly young, having been developed in the 19th century. Yet, it draws visitors from all over because of its myriad attractions. Whether you’re thinking of going on a beach holiday, exploring archaeological sites and museums, or admiring diverse flora and fauna, you’ll find plenty…
Nestled on the banks of the Vltava River, Prague is a truly underrated European gem. The enchanting ‘City of a Hundred Spires’ will knock your socks right off with its delish beer, striking Gothic architecture, and centuries of history. Surprise, surprise – the city is also home to one of Eastern Europe’s most vibrant gay…
Rather surprisingly, hordes of tourists have not yet descended on Zadar, the oldest continuously inhabited city in Croatia and the second-largest metropolis in Dalmatia. Zadar has a rich and varied history right from the Late Stone Age, to its Roman era and invasion by the Huns. In the early 15th century Zadar was sold by…
Gdansk or Danzig (in German) is a Polish port city stationed at the mouth of the Motlawa River on the coast of the Gdansk Bay (of the Baltic Sea). Originally a center for European merchants, Dutch traders, and shipbuilding, the city, later on, flourished as a major center of art, architecture, and education in Poland.…
Zakopane often referred to as the ‘winter capital of Poland‘ is a town located in the extreme south of the country at the foot of the beautiful Tatra Mountains. Its location makes it a preferred destination for hiking, skiing, and tourism. Zakopane was only a small village in the mid 17th century with only 43…
The city of Edirne, or Odrin as it was historically known, was the third capital city of the Ottoman Empire and the site of numerous sieges and battles. In fact, Edirne has the dubious distinction of being the most frequently contested place on the globe. The Ottoman influence on the city is evident in the…
Pula, the largest city in Istria County, Croatia is renowned for the number of ancient Roman buildings and structures that it has. The city has been around since ancient times with plenty of historical evidence to prove it. Remnants of the Roman influence on the city are also found in many places. During the Roman…
Burgas is what you can consider being the bridge between natural beauty and the modernity of the human civilization. The city is known to be the seat of Bulgarian trade, Bulgarian tourism, and Bulgarian culture. The history of the city will take you back to the times of the Ottomans under whose reign, Burgas flourished…
You know Ephesus and the ancient Greek ruins of the 10th century B.C. You’ve heard about Pamukkale and its calcite terraces of thermal waters. You stand in awe of Aya Sofya and its elaborate mosaics and august structure. But you’ve probably missed the small yet stunning villages of Turkey. This article list the 11 most…
Situated on the Black Sea shore, Odesa is the summer capital of Ukraine and its third-largest city. This charming city was founded in 1794 and is a relatively young city compared to Kiev or Lviv. However, a great number of architectural and cultural monuments, as well as the warm Black Sea and delicious cuisine, attract…
As one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe, Croatia is a country known for places like Dubrovnik, Split or Zadar. But there is much more to it – unlike other Croatian destinations which are well known in European and global terms, these destinations have not yet caught the eye of an average tourist.…
The Mediterranean is one of my favorite spots in the world. You never know what new gem you will find throughout the journey. This time, I went to Turkey to visit the dazzling city of Pamukkale located in southwestern Anatolia.[booking_product_helper shortname=”pamukkale”] Pamukkale, which in Turkish means “Cotton Castle”, is a fantastic spectacle, made up of petrified…
3We were asked by a few readers “which town in Poland do you consider to be the most beautiful”, but we couldn’t choose one. From majestic castles in Malbork and a sprawling market square in Kazimierz to snow-tipped mountain settings in Zakopane. Here are our picks of the 5 Most Beautiful Towns In Poland. Chocholow 1 Most…
Split is the second-largest Croatian city (after Zagreb) and one of the oldest in the country with more than 1,700 years of history. Perched on the Adriatic sea and built around the Roman ruins of Diocletian’s Palace, Split is a favorite of sun-seekers, foodies and history buffs alike with a combination of ancient history, contemporary…
Located on the Mediterranean coast of Southwestern Turkey, Antalya is a charming city that boasts of breathtaking cliffs and mountains. There are plenty of ocean-view restaurants, large shopping malls, historic sites, pebbled beaches and if you enjoy the nightlife, this town has plenty of bars and lounges to discover. Antalya is a terrific city to…