Are you still hesitating where to head this summer? I have an excellent idea that you might want to consider for your vacation: The Castles in the Loire Valley. The Loire Valley is home to beautiful rivers and vineyards, and hundreds of castles. It is...
Traditionally, we spend Easter with family and friends. We follow our tradition and we cook special dishes. Let’s see how other countries around the globe celebrate it and what type of food and treats do they have. Sicily In Prizzi, south of Palermo in Sicily, young locals...
Some places seem to have this magic and always create nice memories. But some other places can be memorable for another reason. Tanzania is an amazing destination, but it also reminds me of my travel adventures that are frightening. This trip was not perfect. In...
December is the coldest month of the year but definitely the most wonderful time of the year too....
Bali is a very popular destination which attracts tourism for its excellent value for money, endless rice fields, beautiful beaches, ancient culture and friendly inhabitants. Hence all kinds of travelers from backpackers, spiritual yogis, to divers and families with kids. Get ready and pack your...
Majestic grey stone structures in the middle of a Mexican jungle witnessed many Mayan civilisations. A veil of mystery and magic keeps people coming back to see these ancient pearls. One of them is Calakmul, a Biosphere Reserve located 22 miles (35.4 km) from north...
The Maldives has been a popular tourists destination for over 40 years now. Its pristine, white sand beaches and turquoise waters with best marine life on earth is a huge magnet, especially for honeymooners. Everybody can find something interesting to do to make their stay...
Wadi Rum represents an unearthly landscape. People call it The Valley of the Moon. No wonder. It is raw in its beauty, yet magical: filled with yellow and red sand dunes contrasted with the dark colour of the gradient base of the mountains. At night...
The religion holidays in Saudi Arabia differ from those in Catholic Poland. Muslims do not celebrate Christmas, but they celebrate the holy month of Ramadan. It is a challenging time because of the fasting and the hottest temperatures reaching 42 degrees Celsius.What is Ramadan?Ramadan is...
If you are looking for a quiet and ecological friendly holiday, La Digue is the answer! This tiny Island belongs to Seychelles archipelago, and the bicycle is the most common mean of transport there. It is a laid-back destination, with plenty of amazing sunsets, stunningly...
Culinary Adventure in Barcelona, Spain Sometimes, we are dreaming of distant and exotic places but the real beauty is relatively close to us. A place I like to return to over and over again is Spain. This country has it all: the richness of culture, history, architecture, dance, music...
Have you ever thought about action-packed getaway? Here is a hint: northern Thailand. Chiang Mai is one of my favorite cities in Thailand. I only spent three nights in Chiang Mai, but I could have spent more time there. There is so much to do...
One Fabulous Day in LanzaroteI love volcanoes, and I go everywhere, where there is volcanic activity or landscape. In Lanzarote, there was a huge volcanic activity in the 18th century that left volcanic soil all over the island. Therefore, it was awarded by UNESCO and...
Christmas tradition commemorates the birth of Jesus on 25th of December. Americans, like many other people from all over the world, have developed their own Christmas traditions over time.Festive Food [caption id="attachment_38524" align="alignright" width="300"] Christmas pancakes[/caption]Nowadays, it is a blend of religious and nonreligious customs....
Christmas and New Year’s Eve in ThailandBeing ten hours away at Christmas is not the easiest thing to bear. The really hot weather helps a lot, but it is not the same as spending it with your love ones. Additionally, you are well aware that...
If there is any other place in the world that hides the beauty and splendor of nature like the depths of the ocean, then it would be caves. These crevices and cavities created under the earth or within mountains have a good amount of majesty...
Today, I invite you to a trip to the smallest nation in the Middle East. What makes Bahrain an amazing place is not only the well-know clubs among expatriates, but also the history and tradition back to Dilmun Civilization 2000 BC. And due to the...
I lived in Iceland , then in Saudi Arabia for many, many years. At that time I thought I was going through a huge culture shock. And I was even more shocked when I was coming back home… However, the biggest shock of it all...
Travelling across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia I came across a very interesting town, Jeddah. It is a city in the Hijaz Tihamah region on the coast of the Red Sea and is the major urban center of western Saudi Arabia. Jeddah is well known...
I was looking forward to my trip to Jordan. Firstly, I wanted to see the hidden city of Petra. Secondly, I wanted to live my desert adventure, just like the famous Laurence of Arabia. But the truth is, sleeping under the stars in the Bedouin...
If you are an aesthet and romantic, San Miguel de Allende is just made for you in heaven! This cosmopolitan city located in central Mexico and with its colonial architecture wows many tourists. Once tourists visit, they tend to fall in love with this magical...
Places that surprise: Dubai, United Arab EmiratesRecently, I visited one of the most advertised places on earth, Dubai. I was thinking that nothing can surprise me. But, Dubai appeared to have some big cultural differences. Check this out! Where are all the Emiratis? Emirati nationals...
Easter is mostly celebrated to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In some cultures it is a perfect celebration for welcoming spring. The celebration is mostly about attending a mass, making delicious food and having nice family time. But in some other countries we can...