Why Luxor, Egypt was not as I expected!
I had always imagined Luxor as in an old British film with white dresses and gin and tonics in a park overlooking the Nile. That’s not how it was!
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Explore Top 10 Destinations for the Cultural Explorer!
Need travel inspiration for your next cultural trip? Find this year’s cultural anniversaries in 10 selected destinations from all over the world.
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Weekend Trip to Pleasant Riga, Latvia
According to legend, Riga was build with gold left by a man named Big Kristaf. He had earned the gold by carrying people across the river. Latvia is one of three Baltic states and the capital Riga is the largest city in all the states. Latvia was a new country for me this year and a very pleasant surprise. Here’s a guide to a quick weekend trip to the Hanseatic city!
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Eat marzipan in Lübeck, Germany with the family Buddenbrooks!
To get to know the local mindset and understand the former glory and wealth of the city, I recommend reading the best travel book for Lübeck: “Buddenbrooks: The decline of a family”. But you might have to bring it as a e-book!
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What to Expect of Victoria Falls in the Dry Season!
Few natural wonders draws so heavily on the imagination and on myth as Victoria Falls. Victoria Falls is one of the
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Best Winter Trip: Christmas Cosiness in Vienna, Austria.
The best medicine for cold weather and dark days is a weekend trip filled with wine, art and family. Vienna is somewhat underrated – even though the historic center is a UNESCO-site. I don’t know why, but hopefully this will show why the old capital of the huge Austria-Hungarian empire should be on every cultural traveller’s list.
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Should You Travel to Mexico for Day of the Dead?
In the beginning of November is the Day of the Dead held in Mexico. This is an old tradition, that draws many tourists and travellers to Mexico. Here are why it’s a good AND a bad idea to go for this colourful holiday!
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The Most Beautiful Place on Earth: Azores
National Geographic named the Azores Islands as the most beautiful place to visit in 2016 – calling it a far-flung paradise of Europe! This is mainly due to the green volcanic mountains and small towns, but also because of the special culture and healthy ecosystem.
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