In the West these days, we rarely if ever spare a thought for North Africa's largest and second-most populous country, but as this blog has reported several times, Algeria is an underrated gem, from the history and culture of capital city
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Plov-what, now? Chances are you've never heard of this city of just over 345,000 (greater metro area 675,000) in south-central Bulgaria, two hours from capital Sofia. But in the 29 years since this country's from a particularly hardline, isolatio
At first glance, the Al Quoz industrial region doesn't seem remotely like what the vast majority of visitors would be interested in. But in the middle of dusty roads and major distribution centers, Al Quoz is an energetic treasure trove of art exh
Read more…India's capital is naturally also a shoppers' delight, from international brands to handicrafts from all parts of this vast country. Come explore some of its treasures with me!
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Roughly halfway along the east coast of New Zealand's North Island, the quaint, tranquil town of Raglan (pop. 3,300) has much to offer visitors. The laidback nature of its people goes hand in hand with their love for outdoor music, arts, the sea, an
Welcoming the new year has to be done with tons of celebrations, and going to Budapest and Hungary is a great idea. Budapest is simply one of the most magnificent cities in Europe and in this guide, we will provide you with tips and tricks on going
For those of you who haven’t visited this city of just over two million residents, I highly recommend you put it on your bucket list, because it’s an experience like no other in the world.
Once known as the “Paris of the Caribbean” thanks to its i
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Italy's business and fashion capital is often overlooked in favor of flashier Italian cities like Florence, Venice and Rome - however, it shouldn't be! Thanks to the clever combination of a solid United States buck and a weaker-than-usual euro, no
Located on the south coast of the England about just over two hours by road or rail from London is one of the most unusual of any British city. Bournemouth (pop. 184,000) has almost Mediterranean climate, breathtaking sea views, palm trees growing on
If you’re a real traveller, rather than just a tourist, you’re a nonconformist with a questing spirit. And in Johannesburg, South Africa, that means Newtown, the vibrant cultural and entertainment district in the western
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The beautiful city of Victoria - actually the capital of this province - liesat the southern tip of Vancouver Island, just an hour's drive (and 90-minute ferry ride) from the city f Vancouver. Some of the highlights of this excursion include the fe
While the city of New York is considered as one of the priciest cities in America, you'd be surprised to know about the many things you could enjoy without spending a single cent.
Everything sounds and feels better when it comes to free. In a worl
Read more…Dover is one of the coastal towns in Kent County, near the United Kingdom's southeastern corner and of course jumping off point for the ferries across the English Channel to Calais, France. Dover is also the administrative center of the Dover Distr
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Dunedin is a very vibrant and architectural city that also gives you the view of the magnificent harbour. It offers a wonderful view of nature and reflects the heritage of New Zealand. It is situated on the east coast of the South Island. With a D
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Central Rio de Janeiro is most famous for the likes of Ipanema and Copacabana. But in many ways its most exciting and dynamic scene – along with a plethora of cultural and historic landmarks – is to be found north of them, in the venerable district
The capital of New Zealand is popular for its nature, culture, art, as well as for being the country's political and financial center. Most visitors particularly enjoy the area around the harbor and the waterfront area, with historic places and an
The home of Serrano ham, suckling pig, and a cornucopia of sausages has been a little late to the game when it comes to widespread dining and shopping options for vegetarians (especially those who eschew fish and ovo-lacto), beyond having to settle
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When I was a teenager visiting Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula with my folks in 1973, as we were flying from Cozumel to Mérida our pilot indicated a skinny, scrubby island below that was about to be developed into the country’s newest resort destination.
Despite the fact that New York is famous for its skyscrapers, you should pay no less attention to the wonderful nature of the city. In New York, there is a huge number of beautiful parks, where you can pleasantly relax from the city bustle.
Let’s loo
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Africa’s only Spanish-speaking country is divided into two major regions – the island on which capital Malabo (which I covered here recently) is located, and larger Río Muni on the mainland, sandwiched between Cameroon and Gabon. Bustling port city B
