Narrow streets, colorful heritage buildings, waterfront eating venues, sandy beaches and friendly vibes-these are some of the defining aspects of Aveiro, a “hidden treasure-town” in Portugal. Not one of the most highlighted destinations on the world traveler’s map, this city is said to offer an “alternative Portugal” to those venturing…
“… it must be said that the Viennese coffeehouse is a particular institution which is not comparable to any other in the world. As a matter of fact, it is a democratic club to which admission costs the small price of a cup of coffee. Upon payment of this mite…
Brace yourself! Christmas is coming! The cold outside fits perfectly with a cup of mulled wine and a good story. They say children are the happiest during winter holidays, but let`s face it: deep down our soul a child is always playing hide and seek. The magic of Christmas lies…
People usually fail to correlate traveling towards hedonistic and utterly relaxing places, with a tight budget. This is particularly true with seaside escapes, which most tend to label as “expensive” from the very start. Well, we have done some research and discovered some beaches in Europe, where you can stay for…
It may not be as long as the Grand Canyon, or come with a spectacular skywalk, yet Verdon Gorge in France is said to be the most beautiful canyon in Europe. The turquoise color of the Verdon river distinguishes the area and the canyon itself, while attracting numerous travelers for…
Alexander Mustard, from Southampton, USA, does not take photography lightly. Nor what his Geography teachers taught him at school. These incredible photos were taken by the artist and extreme diver in the plate gap between Europe and America. Saying this place is not tourist-friendly would be an understatement. Photographing the…
Since most of you appreciate unconventional tourism, we figured we would dedicate a post to small town and villages, as a holiday alternative to crowded, famous cities. When traveling to Europe this year, why not consider experiencing the charm of a small medieval town, or the heath of a fresh…
Being a huge fan of Brasov (a picturesque city in Romania), I subtly took great pride in thinking it had the narrowest street in Europe (amongst 8643834658 other amazing things). But a quick research proved me wrong. Without any further ado, here are the top 3 most narrow streets in…
Renowned for its breathtaking sunsets, azure-domed churches, and dramatic cliffs overlooking the caldera, Santorini is one of those picture-perfect Greek islands one never gets tired of visiting. Outside the touristic season, that is. In recent years, we have seen a trend in replicating picturesque villages that have become overly touristic.…
With a population of approximately 5,000 residents, the intriguing town of Centuripe is situated an hour away from Mount Etna, Europe’s most active volcano. What sets Centuripe apart is its distinctive silhouette. From a distance, the town’s layout resembles the shape of a man lying down, a curious feature that…