Perfectly bestriding the mighty Danube River, the Hungarian capital is certainly worthy of its moniker “The Pearl of the Danube”. Budapest is a city of contrasts meaning that though awe-inspiring churches, monuments, and museums line its ancient streets, it is also a very lively and hip place with a wide roster of grungy bars and idiosyncratic attractions. A Budapest walking…
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If you’ve never heard of the city of Graz, Austria before, it is because Graz truly is one of Europe’s last hidden gems. Situated in the south-east of Austria, Graz offers the perfect escape for those longing to escape overwhelming tourist crowds and fast travel. Here are some tips on how to spend an enjoyable and sustainable weekend in Graz….
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Vienna boasts an impressive clutch of glittering palaces, art-rammed galleries, Baroque streetscapes, grand monuments, and other landmarks due to its centuries-long position as the heart of the Habsburg Empire. These attributes along with its unmistakably cosmopolitan atmosphere and joie de vivre attitude make Vienna an essential place to visit. 3 days in Vienna isn’t nearly enough time to explore all…
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For many, the mere mention of Vienna still conjures up romantic and vivid imagery of Habsburg palaces, High Baroque churches, aristocratic mansions, trotting white horses, and famous coffeehouses. Contemporary Vienna is as flamboyant and remarkable as was Maria Theresa’s Baroque wonderland and its imperial monuments and regal grandeur make it a fascinating place to visit. While 2 days in Vienna…
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Vienna may be beautiful, but boy is it built-up. And come summertime…sweat-soakingly muggy. That means the stately inner-city parks fill up in no time, and even finding a canal-side patch of concrete can be a struggle. So thank heavens there are plenty of excellent escapes to be had closer to home from Vienna. Whether you fancy treading lush vineyards, forests,…
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