Poland’s capital, Warsaw is a modern, exciting city with plenty to do for nearly any travellers (except for those looking for a beach). General Impressions Warsaw was practically levelled by the Germans during World War 2. There was practically nothing left, and it was only inhabited by a few thousand stubborn survivors. Warsaw has gone … Continue reading Travel Guide: Warsaw
Sintra has a denser concentration of palaces, castles and manors than nearly any other place I’ve been in. That, combined with it’s proximity to Lisbon, makes it an absolute must-visit! General Impressions A short train ride from Lisbon, Sintra is practically a requirement on an itinerary to the Portuguese capital. It is a city of … Continue reading Travel Guide: Sintra
Nestled on the estuary of the Tagus river, Portugal’s capital is an impressive city with grandiose architecture, delightfully detailed by omnipresent Azulejo tiles. General Impressions Lisbon suffered a terrible earthquake in in 1755 that left the city in complete ruins. The government at the time considered moving the capital permanently, but the king decided that … Continue reading Travel Guide: Lisbon
I discovered this place on Google Maps almost by accident, and I’m very glad I did. There is very little information about this incredibly picturesque and Instragrammable spot in English online, so I hope this post sheds a bit more light on how to reach this amazing place. Part of the reason for this might … Continue reading Hiking to the Love Swing in Veliko Tarnovo
We stopped by Rzeszow on our way back from Lublin as it was along the way, and it’d be a waste not to go see it. We left feeling disappointed at a city that could be a great tourist attraction, but isn’t. General Impressions Rzeszow is located a couple of hours train ride from Krakow … Continue reading Travel Guide: Rzeszow
Lublin is the largest city in Eastern Poland, and is definitely a gem not be missed. The same pretty old town and churches that are standard in Poland, but also a wealth of other attractions that make this city stand out above most other cities in Poland. General Impressions One of the most positive aspects … Continue reading Travel Guide: Lublin
The internet is rife with pictures of Croatia, it’s blue waters and Venetian-inspired cities. What gets less notice however, and is equally, if not more, beautiful, is it’s southern neighbour, Montenegro. Set amongst the dramatic scenery of mountains and the azure waters of the Adriatic, Budva is a town not to be missed in the … Continue reading Travel Guide: Budva
In Central Bulgaria lies the former capital of Bulgaria, Veliko Tarnovo. It’s small, atmospheric, and visually stunning thanks to it’s unique geographic location and history. General Impressions Bulgaria’s medieval capital straddles a river valley, which gives the Old Town a unique, almost spiral, shape. The Old Town is incredibly climactic, with narrow, multi-level streets carved … Continue reading Travel Guide: Veliko Tarnovo
Transylvania was a borderlands for most of it’s history, and as such, is dotted with castles and other fortifications all across the province. One such fortress is Bran Castle. There are castles in Transylvania that are bigger, or with more impressive interior, but Bran Castle comes to the forefront as it nearly perfectly matches the … Continue reading Meeting Dracula at Bran Castle
After a long a harrowing night in the overnight train from Budapest, we arrived in the city of Brașov. This city is the perfect base to explore mystical Transylvania – it has great transport links to numerous other great sights, and there is plenty to see and do in Brașov itself. General Impressions There’s a … Continue reading Brașov: Gateway to Transylvania
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