Covering a vast area of central Istanbul, the Kapali Çarsi (kah-pah-look char-shoo), which translates as “Covered Market” but is known worldwide as the Istanbul Grand Bazaar, is one of the world’s most famous shopping places. Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar is often ...
The afternoon was giving way as the train rolled into Thessaloniki. After a brief stay in Skopje, my time here was limited—a ticking clock I couldn’t ignore. With urgency, I gathered my essentials: most importantly, my phone charger and camera. ...
During one of my recent visits to Transylvania, I stumbled upon the Saxon Cemetery in Sighisoara. This graveyard is high up a hill, next to the famous Biserica din Deal (aptly translated as “Church on the Hill”). Some believe this ...
Dubai is a place where I once only spent a brief time during a long layover. Honestly, the city never really caught my fancy and didn’t land on my list of top places to return to. But life is full ...
Living in Madrid, I have visited El Capricho Park numerous times. Although it is not as famous as El Retiro, it is just as beautiful. More importantly, its history is just baffling! The park spans an area of about 14 ...
After Hong Kong and New York City, Tokyo has one of the highest counts of completed skyscrapers in the world, and Dubai is quickly becoming a contender in this category. The Metropolitan Government Building is one of the most famous ...
New York City is known for its impressive skyline, and one of the best places to see it is at the Top of the Rock. The observation decks at the top of Rockefeller Center allow visitors to see New York ...
Have you ever tried to describe a flavor to someone over the phone? That’s what it’s like trying to explain China in a nutshell – nearly impossible! Visiting China isn’t just a trip; it’s like hopping onto a roller coaster ...
Porto, Portugal‘s second-biggest city, has much history and culture. This coastal city boasts traditional charm and modern energy. Porto is captivating, and there are many things to experience in just 48 hours. You can walk on cobblestone streets and taste ...
After a successful first eco-friendly adventure in Ciudad Real, I was thrilled to be invited to a second one, this time in the Spanish province of Albacete, still mostly unknown to tourists. This province is in the Autonomous Community of ...
Amsterdam is one of the most visited destinations in Europe. The Dutch capital has many attractions for all ages and receives millions of tourists yearly, although many sights are aimed at an adult audience. Despite being a destination with so ...
A few months ago, I had the pleasure of visiting Corfu, an island covered in scenic charm and historical intrigue, with its Old Fortress being the jewel in its crown. Corfu carries its past with pride, and nowhere is this ...
