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June 22, 2016

7 Ways to Travel Cheap in Paris

Opening a bottle of French wine on a beautiful sunny day and enjoying your favorite ravioli while gazing at the Paris skyline is the definition of a perfect day. Paris is one of the favorite cities of millions of travel enthusiasts around the world. Thanks to its vintage cobblestones streets with lights shining on the surface, while incredible music and delicious food are all around you. Paris is a city that is divine and takes elegance to its best!

Apart from all the fun things you can do in Paris, your wallet might not find it funny, as it is also a very expensive city. Money is known to disappear quickly in restaurants, bars and visiting attractions if you’re not smart. It won’t be a happy feeling finding your bank balance trippin’, trust me! Are you planning a trip to Paris? To save you from trouble and your checks from bouncing, here are some of the best tips that have helped me stay in the budget on my last trip to the city of love and romance.

by shailany

June 22, 2016

Events in Siena in July 2016: the Palio and other Summer events in Siena

Destinations/Europe

Are you planning to spend a peaceful weekend or a nice holiday in Siena this Summer? If so, you will certainly be interested in knowing the events in Siena that will take place in July of 2016, the middle month of Summer during which the city of the Palio comes alive with folklore and exclusive occurrences. In addition to the center of Siena, during the month of July events will take place also in Chianti, Val d’Orcia and Val d’Elsa.

The main events in and around Siena in July 2016

The Palio of the 2nd ofJuly itself is the first event for which you should already be looking for a nice accommodation near the city center! A practical advice on this regards: choose the Hotel Italia in Siena, a 3-stars hotel near the city walls, but outside the restricted traffic zone. Booking a hotel near the center but outside the restricted traffic zone like the Hotel Italia allows to reach the hotel by car, but also to reach Piazza del Campo easily on foot, with a nice walk of 15/20 minutes, to enjoy the race and the parade with historic costumes, the decorations of the square and all the multicolored folklore that surrounds this historic event.

by shailany

June 10, 2016

Take a Walk Along Patara Beach in Turkey

Destinations/Europe

Known as one of the longest beach in the Mediterranean with its 18 km long beach trail, it’s left unspoiled and beautiful. Giving each and every tourist a picturesque scene, not only that but the beach itself has soft sand and the water is quite shallow. One of many known tourist destinations, but surprisingly it’s never crowded.

No kind of heavy development is allowed so it remains preserved and protected. This is the best beach for those who long for a great tan, due to the fact that there are only a handful of trees; the shade is scarce. So yeah, get ready for a tan whether you like it or not.

by shailany

May 27, 2016

Take in Lake Bled’s Fairy Tale Scene in Slovenia

Destinations/Europe

People who don’t believe in fairy tales have obviously never heard of Lake Bled. With just one look you get the impression of myths, magic, royalty and other surreal ideas. Just head towards the Julian Alps, northwest of Slovenia to experience a popular and otherworldly tour.

One of the most fascinating sight in this tourist destination is the small and peaceful island in the middle of Lake Bled called Bled Island. At first sight, that island might seem a little lonely and sad, but it actually isn’t. A church was built during the end of the 17th century, it was dedicated to the Assumption of Mary and it had Gothic frescos and Baroque equipment. Presently, weddings can be held here and it happens quite regularly. It’s even considered good luck for the groom if he carries the bride all the way up through the 98 stone steps that leads to the top.

by shailany

May 10, 2016

Conquer Poland’s Tatra Mountains

Destinations/Europe/Travel Tips

In Poland, you can discover the highest and the most alpine out of all the mountains, the Tatra Mountains. Sure the Alps is an astonishing beauty on its own, but many have looked to the Tatra Mountains instead. Actually, almost everything you look for in a mountain can be found here. There’s the breathtaking view, scenic valleys and relaxing lakes. Of course the place and the trails provide a perfect place for skiing, hiking, mountaineering and such; the highest summit being Mt. Rysy.

Hikers from the most experienced to the beginners can find the perfect setting to enjoy the mountains. You can choose from the 275 km of marked trail, don’t worry because there are indications for the various difficulty. Keep in mind that the color marks on the trail doesn’t signify the difficulty, it actually indicate the routes. The best time to hike is around 8am, be sure to check your equipment and supplies for water, food, jumper, etc. For the extreme adventurers, a p

by shailany

May 10, 2016

Guide to casinos in Europe

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Europe is a must for any travel list; it is even more exciting to visit during the summer months. Think of the street parties, music festivals, island hopping, casinos, and beach sunsets with a cocktail in hand! Sounds good, right? All work without play makes Jack a dull boy!! Do not let life, enjoyment pass you by. Did you know you can visit Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and Pompidou in Paris for free? For $125, you can spend the night in a Bavarian castle. You will also have the opportunity to stay inside the famous Alhambra palace grounds in Spain for less than $150 a night, dining in Rome for less than $30, and cruising in Istanbul on the Bosporus for $1.

Europe with its history of luxurious casinos, locations like Monaco, with amazing casinos like, Casino Monte-Carlo and Sun casino, which is a combination of prestige and historical establishment. You can also try out in Belgium’s exclusive casinos including the Casino Knokke, Casino Spa, Casino Brussels and Casino Maddelkerke among others. What will surprise you is that these casinos are open during the day and operates until the early hours of the morning. In southern Europe, especially Greece, you can also enjoy the sunshine while you gamble at some exquisite Casinos like The Club Hotel Casino in Louktari, which is one of the best and the biggest Casino with a resort complete with everything you need for a good night out. Do not forget to visit the Regency Casino Mont Parnes, which is in the capital city, Athens

by shailany

January 14, 2016

Enjoy Yourself With These UK Activities

Destinations/Europe

As a travel destination, the UK is probably best recognised for its amazing selection of scenery and visual attractions. There are beautiful stretches of nature, ruins of medieval castles, and ancient wonders like Stonehenge and Hadrian’s Wall to take in. And the sightseeing is even better in some of the cities. In London particularly there’s an absolutely endless array of landmark buildings and monuments to see.
In short, you could spend a dozen separate vacations just seeing the UK. But this wonderful country isn’t all about sights! It’s also a great place to visit for recreation—a perfect hub for adventurers, sports enthusiasts, lovers of culture and history, and just about everyone else. So if you’d like to approach UK travel from a recreational standpoint, consider adding some of these activities to the itinerary in addition to sightseeing.

Hike Tryfan in Snowdonia

There are a lot of tremendous hiking and climbing opportunities throughout the UK, and this outline has some of the best ones. Really it’s a toss-up between these options, but for the true adventurer Tryfan Mountain in Wales is one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences. From the ground, this peak looks rocky and forbidding, and there is a bit of “scrambling” required as you near the top. But it’s not considered to be a dangerous climb. From the top you can enjoy breathtaking views of the gorgeous Snowdonia National Park, as well as get your adrenaline pumping by hiking the famous gap between the Adam and Eve rocks at the peak.

by shailany