Ahh, Vegueta. The romantic old quarter and original settlement of Las Palmas, was my favourite place to visit during my trip to Gran Canaria. Chalk full of charming old world Canarian architecture and Spanish music playing from the tiny restaurants, Vegueta is the quintessential Canarian experience. Getting to Vegueta is very easy, you could even […]
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Welcome To Fuerteventura
Fuerteventura looks like a place that belongs on another planet. Located 100 kilometres off the North African coast, Canary Islands’ second largest island is home to some of the most unique landscapes I’ve ever seen. It has different shades of saffron coloured sand, vast desert-like landscapes, baron stretches of dusty fields and hardly any vegetation […]
How To Spend A Layover In Ponta Delgada
During my recent trip to the Canary Islands, I had a short layover in Ponta Delgada, which is the capital city of the Azores and located on São Miguel Island, one of nine islands situated in the Portuguese archipelago. Little did I know that I would be visiting Ponta Delgada for much longer than I […]
Picturesque Towns To Visit On A Day Trip From Las Palmas De Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is teeming with beautiful towns, villages and seaside gems to visit complete with colourful Canarian architecture and awe inspiring vistas surrounding them. With so many places to choose from, how can you visit them all? Trust me, it was hard to decide what places I wanted to visit and because I did not […]
Things To Do In Las Palmas De Gran Canaria
During my recent visit to the Canary Islands, I decided to rent a lovely apartment in the heart of the bustling urban capital city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. I wanted to be close to the beach, walking proximity to the sites and restaurants and close to accessible public transit and my apartment’s location […]
The Journey To Gran Canaria With An Unexpected Turn Of Events
The Canary Islands, a beautiful Spanish archipelago located off the coast of northwestern Africa, is a group of seven volcanic islands each known for their very different landscapes and terrain. The seven islands are Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Tenerife, Fuerteventura, La Gomera, La Palma and El Hierro. Earlier this year, during one of our coldest days […]
12 Reasons Why You Should Visit Croatia
Perhaps I’m biased about Croatia being one of the most beautiful countries in the world, since I’m half Croatian, but hearing all the reviews of people that have visited, I’d say I’m not alone when I say that. Croatia has everything a traveller would want; pristine beaches, turquoise waters, sleepy towns and villages, great food, […]
Delicious Food & Beer Of Austria
Warning: Do not read this post if you are hungry, or on a diet. You’ve been warned. 😉 If there is a country that is extremely proud of their food and beer culture, it’s definitely Austria; and for good reason too, it is damn delicious. Traditional Austrian food is typically on the heavier side and […]
Travelling Around Austria By Train
Travelling by rail is ultimately my favourite way to navigate through a country’s picturesque landscapes. Sitting back in complete comfort as the train makes its way through lush green valleys, around towering mountains and passing by cute little villages, you’ll realize how much travelling by train is really the best way to make your way […]
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25 Photos That Will Inspire You To Book A Trip To Austria
From the bustling imperial city of Vienna, to the snow capped mountains of Innsbruck, Austria’s ever changing landscapes are nothing short of extraordinary. Visiting Austria for the first time was a treat to the senses. I tasted delicious traditional cakes and hearty dishes, smelt clean fresh air, heard the click clacking of horse drawn carriages […]