There are places that look better in person than in photos, and places that look exactly as advertised. Wadi Rum somehow does both. The desert is larger and more impressive than you would imagine, changing color throughout the day as the light shifts across the landscape. Of all the places we visited in Jordan, the …
Barcelona Hidden Gems Most Tourists Walk Right Past
Let’s be honest, most visitors to Barcelona come specifically to see the city’s most famous attractions. And there is nothing wrong with that. Barcelona is home to so many famous buildings and cultural spots that coming here and not seeing them would be regrettable. But in addition to its amazing landmarks, Barcelona also has quite …
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Meteora Monasteries – Your Guide to the Most Sacred Site of Greece
Only a few hours from Athens, in the Valley of Thessaly near the town of Kalambaka, lies one of Greece’s most astonishing religious sites: the Monasteries of Meteora! Second in importance only to Mount Athos, this UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the most unusually built monastic complexes in the Eastern Orthodox Church. Whether …
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How Many Days in Athens Are Ideal for Your First Visit?
If you are a first time visitor to Athens you probably wonder how many days to spend in the city, or if it’s even worth visiting. Most people land in Athens on their way to other destinations in Greece, so they don’t plan to spend more than a day or two here, at the most. …
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The Sunken City of Ancient Epidaurus – Wonders of the Past
Epidaurus is one of the places that brings back great memories from our road trip to the Peloponnese. In ancient times, Epidaurus was an important commercial center on the eastern coast of the Argolid, in the northeastern Peloponnese. Today the city is mostly famous for its well preserved Ancient Theater which sits near the sanctuary of Asclepius, …
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The Magic of Chefchaouen, the Blue City of Morocco
Perched beneath the peaks of the Rif Mountains in Northeastern Morocco, Chefchaouen looks like a dream! Houses, doors, stairs and passages are all daubed in brilliant shades of blue, ranging from aquamarine to cobalt. Of all the places we visited in Morocco on our 10-Day itinerary, Chaouen, or the Blue City (as it is nicknamed) was by far …
The Mystery of the Tree-Climbing Goats in Morocco
Even if you never visited Morocco, chances are you might have seen the peculiar photos of the goats on trees. A tree full of goats is a striking sight. It looks almost unnatural, as if someone placed the goats there for a photo shoot.
How to Spend 10 Days in Morocco – Trip Itinerary
Morocco is one of those places that never ceases to amaze. A land of contrasts and rich cultures, filled with colorful cities, old Medinas, mysterious Kasbahs, and endless natural beauty. If you have always dreamed of visiting Morocco and need a trip itinerary, our 10-day route will take you all through the most interesting parts …
Death Valley in Winter – 17 Amazing Things to See and Do
Traveling to a place called Death Valley may not inspire much confidence, but don’t let the name put you off. Despite its ominous name, Death Vallely National Park can be a fascinating place to visit for those who love the desert. Every year, millions of visitors are lured by its rolling sand dunes, rainbow-colored mountains, …
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