When you land in Kolkata, you may miss its legendary Howrah Bridge or the incandescent steps of the ferry on the Ganges, but you cannot miss the smell of the delicious sweets. Bengal is known as a place to see Royal Tigers and for the irresistible sweet tooth, often being pronounced together. Greater Bengal, both …
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Roasted chestnuts, mulled wine, and the scent of cinnamon in the air can only mean one thing, it’s Christmas market season! No other country does Christmas markets quite like Germany, so there’s no better place to visit than the capital of Berlin. These outdoor markets were originally created to boost morale and lift spirits during …
Vienna is a city of culture – from art and architecture to classical music and food, it carries a vivid elegance. While Austrian coffee has earned its reputation as the best in Europe, it is without a dessert to go with it. Luckily, the city offers a wide range of traditional desserts made from original …
Snacks and Sweets to Try in Brazil Brazil has several typical foods beyond the classic Feijoada that every tourist knows, not to mention Brazilian candies. As a huge country, it is common for some types of food to be found more easily in specific regions of the country. In this article, I decided to mention …
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7 Reasons to Visit Valladolid – Mexico’s Lesser-known Magic Town Last winter, I spent far longer in Mexico than intended. Initially, my plan had been to head down to Central America after whizzing around Mexico. However, I discovered that Mexico was too beautiful (and large!) to hurry. Valladolid in Yucatan state was one of the …
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The following guest post on the best food in Amman is brought to us by Chef Tariq Nasir, an American-Palestinian food blogger and founder of ChefTariq.com So many places in the world to go, so many places to eat, and sadly so many great places overlooked. Amman, Jordan could very well be one of those …
Best Restaurants in Buffalo Buffalo, New York has long been hailed as a foodie’s paradise – and for good reason. From restaurants serving up the original Buffalo chicken wing to trendy juice bars, Buffalo has a place to eat to satisfy even the pickiest foodie. Be sure to visit with an empty stomach and high …
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TRAVEL GUIDE TO MONTREAL Montreal. It’s a city known to be the “Paris of North America”, standing out from other cities in Canada like Toronto and Vancouver with Montreal’s blend of French and English culture so unique from other cities on the continent. If you are in town for a week or a weekend, this …
10 Dishes to Try in Southeast China Right across the border from Hong Kong, Southeast China attracts more and more tourists every year. In this part of the country, you’ll find three popular provinces. First, Guangdong Province contains Southeast China’s only tier-1 cities, Shenzhen and Guangzhou. Second, Hainan Province dishes up a relaxing beach lifestyle. …
The Gondolas of Zhujiajiao Zhujiajiao is an old river village about an hour from downtown Shanghai near Dianshan Lake. It was once a prosperous trading center for rice and textiles. Now, it’s a popular place to take a leisurely boat ride through a maze of ancient canals. There are kiosks all over Zhujiajiao selling tickets …
