Seville Cathedral, known also as The Cathedral of Saint Mary of the See (Catedral de Santa María de la Sede) was built on the site of the Grand Mosque, but its architect left the minaret serving as a belfry and the Patio de los Naranjos as unusual paradise garden. Construction of the Seville Cathedral began […]
Who does not know Count Dracula, a fictional character of the Irish writer Bram Stoker? He created scary story about the Transylvanian vampire, who sucked the blood of his unfortunate victims right here in Bran Castle and its surroundings. Beautiful medieval castle is also known as “Count Dracula seat” or simply “Dracula’s Castle” and is […]
Malaga is the capital of Costa del Sol and a cultural center of the whole Spanish part of Andalusia. It became known as the birthplace of Pablo Picasso, one of the greatest painters of the 20th century, which was also the founder of the avant-garde artistic movements of Cubism. On the numerous monuments of the […]
68 km from Catania at 608 meters above the sea level, there is one of the Sicilian pearls Caltagirone. Caltagirone is famous for the production of hand-made ceramics, particularly maiolica and terra-cotta wares. Production of grapes, olives and peaches is also typical for this region. In the city you can visit Museum of Pottery which […]
Not far from Palermo, in a small obscure town of Monreale, you can find one of the most famous monuments of the old Norman kingdom – The Cathedral of Monreale (Santa Maria la Nuova). It was built in the 12th century by the most powerful Norman King William II of Sicily, also known as William […]
Monte Cofano is a mountainous limestone promontory, with a characteristic triangular shape situated at an altitude of 659 meters. It is located on the coast of the province of Trapani, between San Vito Lo Capo and Bonagia. The whole area covers 537.5 hectares and includes also small seasonal wetlands, a torrential ravine and several karst […]
Scalea is an ancient town situated on the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea in the Cedar Riviera (Riviera dei Cedri). It is located about 110km from the regional capital city of Cosenza. Scalea has about 9000 residents. Thanks to its seaside location, in the Middle Ages, Scalea was predetermined as a defensive fortress town to […]
The Top 3 Most Enchanted Castles in Scotland
Scotland has a completely unique history and is unlike any other country. Scotland’s history has been particularly influenced by the Roman Empire and many of its traditions and existing heritage still refers back to Scotland’s medieval period. It was in this period that many of Scotland’s castles were built and these buildings still significantly shape […]
Castle Hotels in Europe: Plan a Royal Trip for You
While most of us dream of owning a castle the truth is many of us can afford to rent a room in a castle for a night or two. A few nights in a converted castle is like nothing else in this world, and if you’re looking for the perfect accommodation for you and your […]
The History of Beaumaris Castle | North Wales, UK
Beaumaris Castle is one of the most popular tourist destinations in North Wales with many visitors from St Davids Holiday Park in North Wales choosing it as their favourite local attraction. Beaumaris Castle is a medieval stone structure built by King Edward I as part of his campaign against the Welsh to conquer north wales. […]
Palmižana – holiday and honeymoon resort on the Island of Rosemary
Palmižana is a resort on the island of St. Klement. If you are visiting Hvar in Croatia then you must pay a visit to Palmižana as well. The island falls into Paklinski archipelago and definitely has beauty to it that leaves visitors awed. If you wish to get there, you can take a boat from […]
Emilia Romagna and Riviera Romagnola: the warm heart of Italy
The better thing to describe the country you’re living is to observe it from a different prospective. Only after you go outside your Home Country you can discover its features and its greatness. This is what happens to Emilia Romagna and Romagna Riviera (better known as Riviera Romagnola) in Italy: every time someone gets back […]
5 Dog Friendly Beaches In And Around St. Ives, Cornwall
For many people, pets are just like family. While parents are always eager to find safe, family-friendly attractions for their children, pet owners are often eager to find pet-friendly destinations outside of the home. If you traveling to St. Ives, you will definitely want to make the beach a priority. Thankfully, there are plenty of […]
Tips for Planning Your Family Ski Holiday
If you’ve never been on a ski holiday before, booking your first one can be a bit overwhelming. With so much to think about it can be easy to forget something important or get something wrong, and the last thing you want is for your holiday to be ruined because of it! Ski holidays tend […]
The Top 10 European Ski Resorts
Europe remains a key continent for ski enthusiasts, with a proliferation of resorts. It’s fair to say that new resorts are being opened at regular intervals, although the quality of those destinations can vary somewhat. I enjoy a variety of winter sports and have been fortunate enough to visit a number of leading resorts. Here […]
7 Of The Best French Ski Resorts For 2013
France is the most popular tourist destinations in the world. According to the UNWTO, 79.5 million tourists arrived in France in 2011. From Paris and Versailles to the French Riviera and the Alps, France abounds in tourist attractions. For Britishers, France has been the traditional destination for skiing holidays. Each year, millions of British tourists […]
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