Scenic Village of Hallstatt, Austria On the edge of Hallstätter See (lake) below the towering Dachstein mountains, Austria’s oldest and possibly most photographed village attracts more tourists than it can perhaps handle. The scenic village of Hallstatt, Austria is known for its production of salt, dating back to prehistoric times, and gave its name to […]
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St. Gellert Baths Budapest To experience the elegance, history, and swankiness of Budapest first-hand, all while getting a healthful rejuvenation, visit St. Gellert Baths Budapest. Budapest is the city of Spas and thermal waters were first exploited here by the Romans. They had over 15 baths built and the foundations can still be seen today.
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Of the three countries that make up Scandinavia, Norway is the one to get lost in, and find oneself along the way. Renting a car is the way to feel this in the most authentic way. Why You Should Rent a Car in Norway There is something about driving the roads of a new place that
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Spotlight On: Travel to Iceland Official Name: Republic of Iceland Location: Northern Europe. Iceland is an island situated at 65 degrees north, between the Greenland Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, northwest of the United Kingdom. Noteworthy Facts: Iceland is known as the land of fire and ice; a country of sharp contrasts where dark
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Travel Guide to Manchester, UK The largest city in northern England, Manchester was once Britain’s industrial heart, produced some of the country’s finest music and is home to one of the world’s most famous football clubs. Architecturally, the city is dotted with spectacular Victorian Gothic and Edwardian buildings, emblems of its past as a giant
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Many people traveling to the UK usually just stick to the capital cities and historic attractions, often forgetting how generous Mother Nature has been to this beautiful land. The country is rich in magnificent landscapes and wildlife, just perfect for those who are looking for a back-to-nature family vacation. Below we’ll have a look at
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Carpathian Mountains of Ukraine One of the least visited regions, the Carpathians Mountains of Ukraine is an extraordinary corner of old Europe. Although domestic tourism has developed, international tourists, with the exception of a few neighboring countries, have yet to discover this mountainous bucolic region. Old traditions die hard here: men work the fields with
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Sunset over Freiburg Germany I expected to like Freiburg (im Breisgau). I had heard good things about the city, not only for visitors, but also for living. It’s known as a green city for numerous reasons. Fewer people here drive cars and more take public transport and ride bicycles. It has attracted solar industries. It
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Dear GoMad Nomad, I’m headed to Spain and Ibiza in August. Probably will only be able to take a week from work along with both weekends on either side. Wondering if you have thoughts on what’s not to miss. Do you think you could let me know the approximate travel time and travel days needed
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The Baltic States consist of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, three incredibly different nations tied together by a recent shared past. It makes a lot of sense to include all three in a trip to the region, and allow yourself time to explore and understand the distinct differences between them. And time is what you have
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