Tag: short trip & weekend getaway
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Val D’Orcia: what to see in Italy’s most idyllic landscape
Feel like you need an escape trip from the frenzy of city life? Val D’Orcia, Italy‘s most idyllic landscape is surely the perfect destination for you! A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004, Val D’Orcia’s stunning agricultural scenery will help you relive the often-lost harmonic relationship between man and nature. Scattered across this valley, you’ll…
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A day in Bergamo: the best alternative to world-famous Milan
Recognized internationally as Italy‘s fashion capital, Milan is one of the mainstream destinations for millions of tourists each year. Attracted by the fame of the city, many simply stop there and don’t venture to explore the many picturesque towns that lie not too far from one of Italy’s most bustling cities. Among these is Bergamo,…
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Amazing things to experience in Key West
If you are planning to visit South Florida, you should venture to the Florida Keys, a group of islands, forming the southernmost point of the USA and linked to the continent by the panoramic Overseas Highway. These beautiful islands are blessed with a diverse ecosystem that treasures unique exotic plants and animals, and a vibrant…
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Vizcaya Museum & Gardens: a throwback to the past
Would you like to experience a little bit of Europe while in Miami? Then, you should definitely visit Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, a Renaissance-inspired villa overlooking Biscayne Bay. In a moment, you’ll feel like you have suddenly been teleported to a 16th-century European estate, but with a tropical background. The stark contrast between this architecture…
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Gala Yuzawa: Enjoy a day trip skiing in Niigata!
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you use these links to buy something, I may earn a small commission. You can read my full disclaimer here. Winter season is finally here! What about planning a day trip skiing or snowboarding somewhere not too far from Tokyo? Whether you’re an expert or just a beginner…
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Unspoiled beaches and marine paradise: a trip to Zamami Island
Any travel destination has its own unique charm to me so that wherever I go, I easily fall in love with anything I see. A bustling city, the remote and idyllic countryside, green and lush mountains, or a deserted beach far away from any sign of civilization. All these places are so different and yet,…
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Gamcheon Culture Village, Busan’s artistic neighborhood
When I actually started thinking about a trip to Korea, what I had in mind was a quick weekend in Seoul. It only takes a couple of hours by flight from Tokyo to the Korean capital and with plenty of LCC offering flights at convenient hours and cheap fares, the thought of a weekend trip…
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Best of Prague: places that stole my heart in the Czech capital!
Prague, capital of the Czech Republic, has won the heart of many traveling couples as one of the most romantic city escapes in Europe. Despite being there on my own, I couldn’t agree more. If Paris and Venice are contending the yearned title of city of love, Prague, with its Baroque and Gothic architecture and…
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Exploring Beijing in 4 Days: Tips for the trip & first day itinerary
Beijing, capital of the People’s Republic of China and the second most populous “city proper” in the world. With its urban area of 1,368 km2, it may discourage many from venturing to such a far distant place for a couple of days only. If you’re one of those unfortunate souls who can’t have more than…
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Tasty Snacks: what to try in Gifu and Mie prefectures! (Part 2)
For those who missed Part 1 of this trip, here’s what happened in short. I visited my friend Yumi in her hometown and, on the first day, she brought me to visit two famous spots in Gifu prefecture, Shirakawa-go, and Takayama. How could I best describe our nice journey? Historical spots, loads of laughs and…
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