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Paris on a Budget: Top 5 Things To Do
Posted on 15. Nov, 2011 by Dany.
Paris is without doubt one of the most beautiful cities in the world, and has plenty of attractions – here are our top 5 things to see in Paris, and they are almost all free!
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33 Things We Love About Lisbon
Posted on 04. Oct, 2011 by jess.
Lisbon turned out to by one of our favorite places so far on our travels, so after three weeks in the Portuguese capital, finding thirty-three things to shout out over the rooftops was easy! Click here for great Lisbon travel tips and beautiful pictures to get you in that Lisbon state of mind.
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Lisbon, sweet Lisbon: Our favorite breakfasts in Portugal
Posted on 01. Oct, 2011 by Dany.
While in Lisbon, we tested an unbelievable amount of the lip-smacking, melt-in-your-mouth Portuguese pastries for breakfast every day! **Warning! Just reading this may result in weight gain!**
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First impressions at sea…Cruise Ship Surprises
Posted on 26. Sep, 2011 by jess.
One day in to our week-long Royal Caribbean cruise this summer, and we found ourselves in the midst of an identity crisis. We loved cruising…and this went against everything we thought we were. Read on for what we liked and what we really didn’t like about cruising after our first cruise through the Mediterranean.
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Snack-sized Spain – Tapas for everyone!
Posted on 05. Sep, 2011 by Dany.
Served hot or cold, snack-size tapas are possibly Spain’s best culinary invention. Although Spain is a meat-loving nation, there are several vegetarian tapas – here are some of our favorites.
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Street Art in Valencia, Spain
Posted on 29. Aug, 2011 by Dany.
. . . As passionate street art fans, Valencia is something similar to our Mecca. The Spanish city is teeming with unique graffiti and murals, which makes for fascinating sightseeing throughout local neighborhoods! Barrio Carmen in the historic center is a neighborhood filled with quirky bars, shops and restaurants, along with some terrific street art: [...]
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Lisbon on Wheels – Get Out and Ride!
Posted on 18. Aug, 2011 by jess.
Portugal’s capital city took us completely by surprise when, after booking a three-week stay on a whim, we ended up enamored by Lisbon’s allure. We would recommend exploring the region on wheels – by car, by bike and a more creative three-wheeled machine as well!
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Tuscany on a Shoestring – Yes, it’s possible!
Posted on 12. Aug, 2011 by Dany.
The costs of traveling in Italy are right in the middle of the pack in terms of European travel, but the idea of luxurious villas and indulgent food and wine in Tuscany tends to scare off budget travelers. However, with just a little clever pre-planning, travelers in any budget range can discover this beautiful region on a shoestring, without sacrificing any of the indulgence that makes Tuscany a must-visit destination.
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Our Top 5 Towns to Visit in Tuscany
Posted on 08. Aug, 2011 by jess.
For those who haven’t been there, what they say about Tuscany really is true: gorgeous hills planted with olive trees and vineyards. While you could spend your trip in a rustic villa, swimming, sipping and sleeping the days away, taking in the culture and public life of Tuscany is fascinating. Read on for our top choices, which may surprise you…
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Accommodation options in Cyprus
Posted on 08. Aug, 2011 by guest.
Travel writer and Cyprus fan Sophie Ellis-Lee talks about accommodation options on the Mediterranean island of Cyprus.
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Cities in Europe we could live in
Posted on 03. Aug, 2011 by jess.
Our recent 90-day stint in Europe romanced, impressed and inspired us…it also got us thinking- If we ever do settle down, what European city could we see ourselves living in. The answer surprised even us!
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La Via dell’amore: The Path of Love | Cinque Terre, Italy
Posted on 01. Aug, 2011 by Dany.
How is it that what started off as a convenient path for neighboring villages to sell fruit became the Cinque Terre National Park and UNESCO World Heritage site it is today? In a word? Love…
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Hotel Tip of the Week: Hotel Hesperia Sevilla | Spain
Posted on 25. Jul, 2011 by jess.
Being on the road every day of the year means we stay at countless hotels along the way. For all the run-of-the-mill spots, there are the absolute gems which tick all the boxes. This week’s hotel tip: Hesperia Sevilla in Seville, Spain.
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Go Beyond… Munich: From Fairytale Castles to the Top of Germany
Posted on 13. Jul, 2011 by jess.
To some, a visit to Munich might mean steins of beer, bratwurst and oom-pa-pa music, typical for the city’s largest and most famous party – Oktoberfest. Ask the locals, however and they will describe any number of aspects they love about Munich life – from the sprawling parks and world-class shopping to up-and-coming trendy artist neighborhoods, but there is one exciting part of Munich life that almost everyone can agree on – getting out of the city.
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Polaroid of the week: Beautiful Lisbon, Portugal
Posted on 30. Jun, 2011 by Dany.
We spent three weeks exploring Portugal’s capital which surprised us with its diversity, charming tiled houses, friendly people and adorable neighborhoods.
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