Vienna is a city with a lot of classic attractions. Tourists often know exactly which highlights to hit during their visit, from Schönbrunn Palace to Stephansdom Cathedral. But there are lots of unusual things to …
Visiting the south of France is always a good idea, right? That was my thinking anyway, upon finding a cheap flight to the city of Nimes before my first visit. While I wasn’t familiar with …
When it comes to historical destinations in Sicily, the seaside city of Syracuse is hard to ignore. After all, it’s an ancient city with millennia of history to its name, and it’s not too harsh …
When planning a trip to Sicily, a common dilemma is deciding to start out from Palermo or Catania. These two large cities are the island’s main gateways, and both provide opportunities to try Sicilian food …
When I decided to visit the city of Kaunas in central Lithuania, I knew quite little about the things to see and do in Kaunas. I mainly included it in my Baltic itinerary because visiting …
It’s interesting when you only know a place due to one very specific context. For me, The Hague was always associated with the International Court of Justice and stories regarding war criminals. Anything beyond that, …
While planning your trip to Sri Lanka, you might run into the question of visiting Negombo, a small seaside city north of Colombo. You’re unlikely to find Negombo among the list of the top places …
Mechelen isn’t a city that draws anywhere near as much attention as most other major cities in Flanders. Personally, I only learned of the city through friends in Belgium, and after visiting Mechelen myself, I …
Look at photos of Japan and one place that is sure to show up is the island of Itsukushima, which tourists better know as Miyajima. It may be one of many islands floating off the …
Visiting the south of France is always a good idea, right? That was my thinking anyway, upon finding a cheap flight to the city of Nimes before my first visit. While I wasn’t familiar with …
Travellers looking to expand their trip to Portugal won’t want to miss the historical city of Coimbra. Not only is this city in central Portugal ideally located between Porto and Lisbon, it’s compact and full …
Tasmania is one of Australia’s most interesting regions. The island state has a distinct look and feel, offering remarkable experiences that are unique within Australia. But with so much to choose from, planning a Tasmania …
Ella is a staple of Sri Lanka itineraries. This small mountain town has become one of Sri Lanka’s most famous destinations, mainly for the scenic railway that passes through it. It’s honestly hard to comprehend …