Lake Balaton is impressively the largest lake there is in Central Europe, no wonder it became one of the top tourist destinations. It’s a freshwater lake, but due to its size, it was called the Hungarian Sea. Spas, resorts, various wildlife and wine regions can be found all around Lake Balaton. The lake itself is 50 miles long, if you’re not a good swimmer or if you have kids with you, then take a dip on southern shores. Waters get instantly deep at the northern shores and it has an entrance fee. Peak season starts in July and August, so expect big crowds and ridiculous prices. If you really don’t feel up to fighting your way through all of that, visit during June or September. Don’t worry because the water is still warm enough. If you don’t feel like swimming, you should explore the lake via bike along its 200 kilometer bicycle path. Also, you have a choice of either windsurfing or sailing along the lake, why not try both? Tons of other activities are available, so book a hotel ahead of time. Remember that this is a top tourist destination, so it’s likely that most of them will be […]
With all the beaches in Estonia, there a particular one that many of the people considers the best one and it’s Pärnu Beach. Every day thousands of people from all over the world visit the beach to catch some sun and even more come during summer. To get to the beach, you can have a 15 minute walk from the center, ride public transportation or use your car and follow the Supeluse Streets, it will take you directly to the beach. Don’t worry if your children are tagging along because the accommodations and attractions are suited for families and children. Getting a tan and swimming aren’t the only things you can do in this beach. Walk to the end of the promenade and pay Aloha Surf Centre to train you how to surf, windsurf and skim in the best possible way. Don’t be intimidated! You should know that their training’s so easy, it’s practically suitable for children. Yup, you read it right, a new adventure and you can tag along your friends and your kids, forget your hesitation because their training is totally safe. All this fun can be a bit tiring for adults, but certainly not for the kids. […]
Going on holiday is one of our favourite pastimes as a society. Many of us work all year just to be able to afford to go away. Family holidays are popular. As are escapes with friends or as a couple. Holiday’s are often treated as a social experience. As such you might not think about going on holiday alone as an individual. But there are plenty of options available to you if you want to take trips solo. You might have hit a crossroads in your life. Or you might be in need of a break and have no one to accompany you. If you do decide that you want to get away on your own for a while then here are some of the best holiday ideas for the lone traveller. Backpacking One of the best kinds of holidays you can take solo is to go on a backpacking holiday. These are a great chance to go and find yourself. You can purge yourself of materialistic possessions for a time and head out into the wilderness alone. Many people who experience crisis or disillusionment in their lives may decide to go on a backpacking holiday. The experience can be […]
Sports trips and vacations are more popular than ever before. For those of us who thrive on being challenged, sports holidays offer the ideal combination of fitness, competition and relaxation. A sports holiday doesn’t have to be a simple running or cycling holiday; it can be based on something much more exciting. For example, horse riding, surfing and scuba diving holidays are exciting and popular choices for sports-based holidays. (Photo credit) One of the best things about sports holidays is that you can choose the type of holiday you want, where you will go and what sports you will do. Once you have picked out your holiday, it is a good idea to start planning, to help you do that we have put together some helpful tips and ideas. To make the most out of your sports holiday, have a read of our tips and advice below: Drink lots of water It is important that when you are exercising, you make sure to drink enough water and stay hydrated. Did you know that by the time you feel thirsty, your body is already dehydrated? Being dehydrated can cause headaches, tiredness and a lack of concentration, a dangerous combination if you […]
Hooked on the perfect blend of coffee? Can’t possibly get enough of its irresistible aroma? Then why not try some of the best in Paris? Yes, Paris has all the attractions and sights that a lot of people all over the world are dying to see with their own eyes. But their coffee houses serve some of the finest coffee and it’ be a crime to overlook them. A must try is a humble little shop called La Caféothèque (the coffee library) located beside La Cité Internationale des Arts. Amazingly, they store and roast 23 different kinds of coffee beans from different countries and they’re aiming to increase that number to an impressive 31. Humble as it may look, this well-known coffee shop was said to have started the coffee revolution in Paris. Another great café is Ten Belles which is found near Canal Saint-Martin. From the outside you’ll always see a line patiently waiting to get a cup or two. Once you finally step foot inside, the aroma of coffee and a big sign that says “drinking good coffee is sexy,” will greet you. They not only offer top of the quality coffee, but cakes and (surprise!) cauliflower soup, […]
All of us has seen colorful buildings, but none can compare to the ones in Tirana. No two buildings have the same design and color. Most of the designs are geometrical, but each and every one is painted with a vibrant mix of colors that’ll leave you looking around for more. As you walk along the city, one of the best routes to take is alongside the river Lana. It’s easier to find the buildings in this route though they’re quite scattered all around the city. Believe it or not, it wasn’t all this colorful and fun to look at. A few years back it was quite a grim and sad city. But all of that thankfully changed when they elected Edi Rama as mayor. Being an artist himself, he took on the challenge to make Tirana a little bit better and a lot more pleasing to the eyes. At first he just went with his own sketches, but after some time he decided to hire a number of foreign artists. Not only that, but he invited local children and students to participate in the beautification of Tirana. Through the years, some colors have begun to fade away but a […]
The easiest way to get around Rome is by walking. Everything is worth seeing, each tourist location is within reach. Just beware of pickpockets especially in the metro and bus. Avoid bus 64 as much as possible. If you are planning to visit Colloseum, beware of those men dress in Gladiator. They will say picture taking is free, but after taking picture, they will ask for 10 Euro! Here is the itinerary I prepared for my visit. However, I failed to follow it, because when I get there, I just keep on walking. It’s fun to walk because there so many people walking by. Trevi fountain is under construction but it’s still worth visiting. Italian men are charming indeed 🙂 Accommodation: Walter Rooms Guest House Via Carlo Alberto 24, Central Station, 00185 Rome, Italy How to get to guest house from the Airport Take FM1 Link, get off at Ostiense Station (LINE B), take metro toward Termini, and transfer to LINE A, get off at Vitorio. Or. Take Fm1 towards Termini, take bus 105 towards Stazio Grotte Celoni, 2 stops, get off at Piazza Vittorio Emmanuelle, or take Metro A and get off at Vitorio €8 Between 08:00 […]