Hiking is one of my favorite things to do in Maui. Whether it’s a winding path through an enchanting bamboo forest, an easy coastal stroll along a lava road, or a more demanding hike at the summit of Haleakala volcano, Maui has a wide variety of hiking trails for outdoor lovers. There are so many …
7 Epic Hikes in Kauai That Will Take Your Breath Away (Literally!)
It’s difficult to decide which Hawaiian Islands to visit first. Each one is unique and appealing in its own way. But for backpackers and climbers Kauai is the number one choice, as it has some of the most amazing hikes in the world. From the dramatic ridges of Waimea Canyon and drop-offs of the Na’Pali Coast, …
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What to Buy in Hawaii: 19 Authentic Hawaiian Souvenirs
I don’t know of anybody who’s been to Hawaii and didn’t buy at least some unique gift or souvenir. Whether it’s a present for their loved ones, or something for themselves, most visitors to the Hawaiian Islands make it a point to stuff their bags with all kinds of gifts and souvenirs before returning home.
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The Best Stops on the Road to Hana for Your Itinerary
Maui is a tropical paradise that stands out as unique, even when compared to the other Hawaiian islands. One of the most fun things to do in Maui is drive the legendary Road to Hana and stop along the way at the many scenic points of interest. So if you are planning a road trip …
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The 25 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Romania
Located at the crossroads of Central, Eastern Europe and the Balkans, Romania is one of Europe’s most underrated destinations, providing an incredible wealth of unique places to visit. But best of all, Romania is still one of the cheapest countries to visit in Europe, where even high-end restaurants and fancy clubs have fairly low prices compared …
Curtea de Arges Cathedral – From Legend to History and Back
In the southern part of Romania, not too far from Bucharest, there is a small city of great historical importance: Curtea de Arges. One of the oldest towns in the country, Curtea de Arges was the capital of feudal Wallachia. But that’s not the only thing that it can brag about. The city is also …
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The Art of Egg Painting in Romania – Lucia Condrea Egg Museum
Egg painting is one of the oldest and most important Easter traditions in Romania. While the tradition is common to all Central and Eastern European countries, the custom of decorating the Easter eggs with complicated folkloric motifs is more specific to Romania, especially to the region of Bucovina, where it became an art in its …
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15 Unique Churches in Romania That Everybody Enjoys Visiting
Romania is one of Europe’s most devout Christian countries, a fact that is visible in the multitude of churches, cathedrals, and monasteries that you see everywhere you go. From the wooden churches in Maramures, to the painted monasteries in Bucovina and the fortified churches in Transylvania, Romania is not short of outstanding places of worship …
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The Transfagarasan – How to Tackle Romania’s Epic Highway
Driving the Transfagarasan Highway is one of the most thrilling things you can do in Romania — a 90-kilometer ribbon of switchbacks, glacial lakes, and Carpathian peaks that ranks among Europe’s greatest mountain roads. One of the most exciting things to do in Romania is drive the scenic Transfagarasan highway, which traverses the Fāgāras Massif. …
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