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a small harbour with a few old sail yachts with the sails down and the famous yellow cube houses at the background in Rotterdam

Is Rotterdam Worth Visiting? Why This Dutch City Divides Travelers

Rotterdam is not a city that can be easily digested by the tourist in search of windmills and the emblematic stepped gable houses characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age. Rotterdam is the odd one out in the Netherlands – the …

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Aerial view of a town with stone towers, tile-roofed buildings, and green trees, surrounded by rolling hills and farmland under a clear blue sky. San Gimignano in Tuscany, Italy, View from Torre Grossa

The Towers of San Gimignano – Medieval Frenzy or Architectural Genius?

You simply cannot help it but notice them. Approaching San Gimignano is quite exciting – you immediately see the town perched on a hill and the skyline with the medieval skyscrapers. They call San Gimignano the city of beautiful towers …

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Volterra Tuscany Italy, Volterra city guide, attractions in Volterra, things to do and see in Volterra

Volterra, Tuscany – Italian Authenticity and Etruscan Heritage

Volterra is a beautiful hilltop town in Tuscany (Italy) that remains a bit off the main tourist trail, which actually is kind of good. Tourists aren’t flocking there, and you can still get that authentic feeling of sunny Tuscany even …

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4 pictures of places in Europe: Rotterdam, La-Roche-en-Ardennes, Veliko Tarnovo and Luxembourg, which are perfect destinations for an Easter weekend trip away from the coruds.

15 Underrated Easter Weekend Trips in Europe (Perfect for a 4-Day Getaway)

Are you planning an Easter getaway in Europe? Whether you’re looking for less touristy destinations, scenic countryside, or charming cities, this guide has you covered. From slow-travel itineraries in hidden gems to vibrant Easter city breaks, these ideas are perfect …

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a road leading to a medieval fortress with a church on the top of the hill; Tsarevets Fortress in Veliko Tarnovo

Tsarevets Fortress Veliko Tarnovo – Complete Visitor’s Guide

Tsarevets Fortress in Veliko Tarnovo is Bulgaria’s most famous medieval stronghold and a must-see for anyone exploring the country’s rich history. Rising high above the Yantra River, this restored citadel was once the heart of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom (12th–14th …

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a square with cafes and restaurants; the Market Square, Den Bosch, the Netherlands

Explore Den Bosch Like a Local: Your Complete Travel Guide

Whenever someone asks me about my favourite city in the Netherlands, I don’t even have to think – it’s always Den Bosch. I’ve explored many Dutch cities since moving here, but this one has a special magic. Picture cobbled streets …

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a little harbour with yachts and a windmill, the harbour in Heusden, the Netherlands

Heusden Travel Guide: What to See and Do in this Beautiful Dutch Fortified Town

Although Heusden is quite petite, it has rich history and offers visitors a great experience. Heusden is located on the banks of the River Meuse (Maas) in the Province of North-Brabant in the South of the Netherlands and is one …

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The medieval town of Blankenheim in Germany with its half-timbered houses and grey slate roofs

4 Days in Blankenheim – a hidden gem in the Eifel

Have you ever heard of Blankenheim? Most probably not. Me neither, before I went there. This is one of the trips I made without any planning; a place where I had to be and still I fell in love with. …

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