How to Tuesday

What can you do when you have just some hours to spend in one of the most interesting cities of the world? Stay cooped up in a hotel room or in the airport waiting for the next flight? I have a better idea.

Here I’ll guide you on… read full article

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So you’re in Berlin, and you’re from the Americas, and you’re having a craving for a tacqueria (read: a USA equivalent to Berlin’s Dönerladen).

Where do you go? Well, for starters, DON’T go to Mexikoplatz (Mexico Square) in the West; for all your fantasies… read full article

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You’d be a fool to think you couldn’t manage the Slovakian capital of Bratislava in only one day. If you follow these strict instructions then you’ll have no trouble at all.

A few key things to note before you start. It’s in Slovakia. It’s a mix of old… read full article

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Moscow has three main airports visitors are likely to use when arriving in or departing from the city. These are Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo and Vnukovo.

It is wise to be clear about which airport you need from the moment you book your ticket as confusion could… read full article

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Venice, Italy has stood the test of time through several invasions and world wars, but now its distinct architecture is being threatened by pigeons. The authorities have had to act as the birds and their droppings have been jeopardizing city structures and tourism.

Pigeon poo threatens leaning tower

It… read full article

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Picture this. A man clad in layers of thick jacket, shoveling snow in a thick blizzard. On the other frame is a man wearing shorts, sipping a cold beer, lying on a hammock under the shade of a palm tree, looking at a view of clear waters and blue sky. Now, imagine… read full article

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There is much to enjoy in Nice including the Mediterranean weather, great locales, and a vibrant city.

But the best time for the fun loving to visit Nice would have to be in February when the city loses itself in its Carnival or carnaval, one of the largest… read full article

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In Basel the carnival, or Fasnacht, as it is known locally, starts on the first Monday after Ash Wednesday. In 2009 the dates of the carnival are from the second to the fourth of March. This comparatively shorter carnival, lasting only seventy-two hours, is rated in the list… read full article

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The tradition of a masked carnival can be traced as far back as the fourteenth century in Venice.

It has now evolved to being the best known international event in Venice with people from all over streaming in to this popular tourist destination. The avenues of enjoyment are… read full article

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If it’s a party you want it’s a party you will get at the Carnival in Sitges, Spain.

In 2009 the celebration begins in mid-February and for the next ten days or so the city takes on an air of magical music and color. A popular… read full article

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Planning a trip to Spain? This could be the beginning of the best vacation of your life.

From the most amazing beaches to the Pyrenees Mountains, from the estuaries in Galicia to the sandy Almeria landscape and from quaint rural villages in… read full article

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Picking out a decent Italian restaurant has to be one of the most difficult tasks in the world. Cheap plastic table cloths and bottles of Chianti enveloped in melted wax abound in the good joints just as much as in the packaged parmesan cheese places… read full article

Tags:  Berlin, budget, food, restaurants | 1 Comment

So when I say Scandinavia, I’m assuming you don’t think sunshine and palm trees. No, I’d rather expect you to assume something about three hours of daylight and rather bitter cold. Well, it’s pretty true.

Daylight is scarce and seasonal affective disorder (or SAD) is in abundance. Coming to… read full article

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As the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is very accessible by using public transport.

Many people ‘in the know’ – those who work in the city – choose to leave their cars at home to avoid traffic and looking for a parking space. If the locals are doing… read full article

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Vienna is one of Europe’s most spectacular cities to visit for the holidays. It is especially spectacular to visit for New Year Celebrations.

No expense is spared in the style category when it comes to ringing in the New Year. When starting the New Year in style is… read full article

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