Athens has come into its own as a delicious concentration of its classical and modern flavours. The second southernmost capital city in Europe, its peripheral location sets it apart from its fellow continental metropolises. Whether you feel drawn to the Greek capital for its archaeological assets, or because of its youth culture and emerging gritty…
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Where To Eat In Venice For Your Bacaro Tour
Venice is one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in the world, an authentic outdoor museum where you will literally find yourself surrounded by beauty and art. On the flip side, unfortunately, it can also be an expensive destination with a few tourist traps… not ideal for us travellers on a budget! So, we…
Wonderful Things To Do In Porto For Culture Nerds
Famous for being the home of Port wine (as the name suggests), Porto is a quaint seaside town located less than an hour away from Lisbon by plane. The perfect place for a relaxing vacation, whether it be a leisurely week-long getaway or a luxurious weekend stay, you’ll find an abundance of things to do…
Food You Need to Eat in Florence that Isn’t Pizza or Pasta
The minute you arrive in Italy, there’s already an expectation that you’ll be eating some out-of-this-world food. You’ve been craving to sit down at a rustic trattoria, order a bottle of wine and dig into an indulgent, homestyle meal that will make you love Italy even more. We’ve totally been there. So we’re taking you…
How to spend a day in Trastevere, Rome’s coolest neighbourhood
With charming medieval alleyways, artisan workshops, and a thriving nightlife, there’s always something to do in Trastevere, one of Rome’s most traditional neighbourhoods. The picturesque quarter is named because it lies on the other side of the Tiber river from the historic center (Tras = beyond, tevere = Tiber). The area is no longer isolated…
Chic Things To Do In Florence On A Backpacker Budget
This living museum of a city is home to some of the most famous art and cultural heritage in a well-wrapped illustrious Renaissance package.
What to See, Drink and Eat in Milan’s Navigli Neighbourhood
Venice might be the city that first comes to mind when you hear “Italy” and “canals,” but Milan’s lively Navigli district is also defined by its waterways. The canals, known locally as navigli, have a long practical history but the former industrial neighbourhood south of the Duomo has now been transformed into one of the…
Amazing Venice Attractions You Won’t Find in Any Guidebook
With an age-old artistic legacy and enchanting watery beauty, it’s easy to understand why Venice is one of Italy’s most famous attractions. During the summertime, there can be up to 20 times more tourists than locals walking (or cruising) along the Venetian canals. However, even on its busiest days Venice never loses its ability to…
Why Everyone’s So Obsessed With Hamburg Right Now
Moin, moin! You’ve surely been hearing about Hamburg lately, as the city is not only home to the best nightlife in the world but also one of the top cities to both visit and live. But Hamburg didn’t just pop out of nowhere; in fact, many people in Germany (myself included) think of Hamburg as the country’s capital of cool—even more…
Best Things to Do in Iceland: Whales, Waterfalls and… Beer Baths?!
Iceland Iceland baby! Our favourite Welsh duo, Kinging It, have explored the stunning Nordic nation and are here to share their tips for the best things to do in Iceland. We are talking amazing, unforgettable experiences, ranging across all types of temperatures; Some freezing, some boiling, but all seriously ‘coooool’! What to read next? 3 days in Iceland Itinerary Guide Whale…