Until the 13th Century, Esztergom was the capital of Hungary. The city of Budapest was formed in 1873, where the three cities of Buda, Pest and Óbuda were joined and named the country’s capital. With a great deal of the city having been granted UNESCO World Heritage Site status, Budapest […]
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The 5 best stopovers if you’re travelling through Italy
Italy is an international icon for the finer things in life; food, wine, history, cars and shopping. With so many landmarks, figuring out the best way to see it all can become quite overwhelming! We’ve put together a list of 5 different stops you should include on your next Italian […]
7 Facts about Sorrento that might surprise you
Sorrento, Italy is a verdant seaside city perched in the hilly countryside above the Amalfi Coast in southwestern Italy. Nestled between the Bay of Naples off the Sorrentine Peninsula and the Lattari Mountains, this ancient city offers unbeatable vistas and delectable foods that will take your breath away. In fact, […]
The 6 Best Ice Hotels in Scandinavia
If you’re into the Scandinavian lifestyle trend of “hygge” or cosiness, you might be seeking colder climates this winter to don your warmest jumpers. For travellers torn between snuggling indoors and experiencing the great outdoors, ice hotels offer a surefire way to combine luxury and novelty with frolicking in the […]
A Weekend in Glasgow – City Guide
Some might argue that Glasgow is somewhat overshadowed by Scotland’s capital and tourist hub city, Edinburgh. While the country’s capital should not be missed on any trip to Scotland, the same goes for Glasgow. The largest city in the country, Glasgow offers visitors a diverse range of literally everything – […]
6 European cities that are better in winter
For many, the cold winter chill seems like the perfect excuse to stay at home. But for the adventurous, winter is a magical season to be embraced. In fact, travelling through Europe’s cities at this time of year presents you with less crowds and is even less expensive. Whether you’re […]