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Algarve: Popular destination for summer

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The Algarve is the southernmost region of Portugal; its name comes from the Arabic word for the West, Al-Gharb, which designated this region during the Moorish occupation. The capital of the Algarve is Faro but the accommodation options are numerous in the cities of the province such that Albufeira, Lagos or Lagoa.

Algarve

Beautiful beaches and charming hinterland: the Algarve has appeal. Populated with almond, fig and orange trees, the Algarve enjoys a subtropical Mediterranean climate trend. This is what makes a stay in the Algarve so pleasant throughout the year. Agriculture is well developed, particularly fruit trees and especially citrus. Market stalls full of fresh, high quality. The stalls of fishmongers are also essential not only for fish of the Atlantic but also for the wide variety of seafood you’ll find.Read More »Algarve: Popular destination for summer

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Brittany: Green destination for the French

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For many, the Brittany is part of regions preferred the French to get to the green. Would be for his country fields that span hundreds of acres, for his cows to sympathetic or his famous Broceliande forest air?

Brittany France

In fact, it seems that what attracts most visitors wishing to go green; it’s the warm and traditional welcome of its inhabitants. And “locals” who live in the same rhythm of nature and make you know the area through anecdotes are those that make Brittany so popular.Read More »Brittany: Green destination for the French

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The “pretzel”, a speciality from Alsace to taste without moderation

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The pretzel is a salty delicious pastry that is shaped like a big knot. It is made from brioche dough which is then covered with coarse salt before being browned in the oven. However, if you want a real taste pretzel, it will be in Alsace, southern Germany, Austria or Switzerland that you need to go.

taste pretzel

Indeed, if you spend a stay in Alsace in Strasbourg for example, you only have to sit at the table one of the many traditional small breweries that you can enjoy a delicious pretzel. You will eat this one the day of its manufacture, to keep all the softness of the dough, because indeed, if you wait a little longer, the dough will begin to harden… And yes, the pretzel is a pastry that is eaten at the outlet of the furnace.Read More »The “pretzel”, a speciality from Alsace to taste without moderation

Apuan Alps

Apuan Alps: One of the jewels of Tuscany

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Fancy a breath of fresh air? Go ahead, ask a few days off and go discover the Apuan Alps. Located across the Italian border, in Tuscany, the Alps are in the north of the peninsula. Dominated by Mount Pisanino which rises to nearly 2000 meters, the Apuan Alps are crossed by rivers Magra and Serchio. You can go hiking in the Alps as well as in the Apennines given the proximity of these mountains.

Apuan Alps

At the heart of the Italian Alps, you inevitably fall under the spell of the marble quarries of Carrara. Go hiking, riding or mountain biking in the Apuane and discover the extraordinary landscapes of the Marble Mountains. From the hills, you can even see the sea you will experience 100% nature in the heart of the Natural Park of the Apuan. Artists in soul or on holiday with children, you can organize a few sorties, thematic and stop a moment to observe the flora and why not for the drawing or complete your herbarium.Read More »Apuan Alps: One of the jewels of Tuscany

Moulin Rouge cabarets

Cabarets: a must for a weekend in Paris!

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If rhymes with Paris Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and riverboat, Paris would not be Paris without its cabarets that are part of the myth of the city of light from the Belle Epoque. They went through good times like wars to establish itself as a key element of Parisian nightlife…

Moulin Rouge cabarets

According to the cabaret you choose, dive into the atmosphere of the Belle Epoque, relive the heyday of music hall, or be enchanted by the glamour and glitter. Lido and Moulin Rouge others you through a whirl of music and colors… Each tavern has developed a particular style that has become famous.Read More »Cabarets: a must for a weekend in Paris!

Nerja

Nerja: An Andalusian town for your holiday!

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Nerja is a Spanish coastal town of 20,000 inhabitants located in the province of Malaga in the Axarquia region. Just sixty kilometers from Malaga, Nerja enjoys an equally pleasant climate all year that favors outdoor activities: hiking, biking, the scuba diving, water skiing, kayaking, swimming…

Nerja

Nerja is a tourist town which has distinguished itself for its many attractions it offers to its visitors. In particular, the caves of Nerja with an international reputation that attracts every year thousands of tourists for the richness of their history.

Nerja is also popular in winter for the ski resort of Sierra Nevada. In summer you can relax on the beaches of the Costa del Sol, within walking distance of the city, on the beaches of Burriana, El Playazo and reserved beaches for nudists such as Playa de las Alberquilas. Torrecilla beaches and Calahonda are among the nicest beaches of Nerja for their first sea overlooking the waterfront.Read More »Nerja: An Andalusian town for your holiday!

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Visit Paris on a budget

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The more advantaged to visit Paris on a budget, it is young. Indeed, all places and national museums have free admission to all European citizens under 26 years. If some temporary exhibitions are paying, you can enjoy Paris at low cost and make a cure culture.

visit Paris on a budget

Too old for youth fees? Know that the museums and sites are open free to certain specific dates: Heritage Days, or eg the 1st Sunday of the month for the Louvre.

Another little trick valid for all: “Kiosks Theater”. They are three in number (Montparnasse, Place des Ternes, Madeleine) and offer Tuesday to Sunday tickets at very cheap rate for the same day. Attention, first-come, first served! To avoid the queue, the websites also offer discounted tickets but usually less profitable.Read More »Visit Paris on a budget

budapest opera house

The Opera House in Budapest

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The Opera House is one of the most important tourist sites in Budapest, is that you only intend to visit the building, whether it intends to only visit the building, whether you want to watch any show, opera, Ballet and concerts.

budapest opera house

Built between 1875 and 1884, the Opera House is considered one of the highest expressions of the neo-Renaissance style, decorated with items (statues and frescoes) of Hungarian Baroque. Not impressive for its size (it is not the biggest, tallest, the most … for instance), which is also found in its perfect acoustics, which is also reflected in its sound, according to some, that made it famous among the opera houses around the world.Read More »The Opera House in Budapest

Vahine Island

Trip to French Polynesia: Vahine Island

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Vahine Island is a private island located north of Taha’a, which can only be described as a perfect paradise. Small and accurate to the last detail, this destination is definitely one of those to be considered for a special holiday.

Vahine Island

There are only 9 bungalows, three built over the sea and six are instead on the island. The crystal clear water of the lagoon with its beautiful gardens of coral inhabited from the much tropical species of fish.

The white sandy beaches with palm trees complete the postcard, and while the lagoon on one side of the island provides the perfect place for a quiet bath, on the other side of the ocean is felt the full force of its currents.Read More »Trip to French Polynesia: Vahine Island

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Croatia: Reasons to visit Zagreb

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The suggestion might be interesting for those who have never visited the capital of Croatia and also to those who know and can compare their feelings towards Zagreb.

visit zagreb

Zagreb, being a coastal city, tourism is highly regarded, even – or perhaps for this reason – if it is on combining the former Yugoslav and Balkan capitals. Nevertheless there are some aspects of the capital that could convince you to visit it.

It starts from the blue tram, popular transportation and very efficient, faster and much more scenic bus station. But if you prefer to walk, enjoy the many parks and green areas scattered towns, always very crowded and popular.Read More »Croatia: Reasons to visit Zagreb