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Touring Tuscan Towns in the Siena Region
What do you picture in your mind when you think of Tuscany? Is it images of green rolling hills, towering cypress trees, curvy roadways, fortified farms, vineyards and sun-soaked hilltop towns? The quintessential…
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Let’s Go to the Alentejo Region in Portugal!
The Alentejo region stretches across two-thirds of central and southern Portugal between the Algarve and Lisboa regions. Its pastoral landscape includes endless olive trees, cork trees, vineyards, wheat fields, white-washed houses, roman ruins…
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Touring Tuscan Towns ~ Pienza
Are you traveling to Tuscany and wondering what wonderful towns you need to add to your must-see list? Well, I have a great option for you. Pienza is a small hilltop town and…
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The Fairytale Town of Český Krumlov
Yes, I must admit, I do love to seek out picturesque villages when in Europe. And, here is another one to share. This one is in the deep south of the Czech Republic.…
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Daytrip from Barcelona: Hiking in Vall de Núria
Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Barcleona, even for just a few hours? Then do I ever have a fantastic day trip idea for you. Why not go to Vall de…
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Escape to the Most Beautiful Village of Gassin
Are you wanting to escape to a quiet village, but still be very close to a popular beach destination, like Saint Tropez, in south eastern France? Then you need to consider Gassin. This…
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Daytrip from Belgian-German border: the Picturesque Monschau
Are you looking to visit a small fairytale like town, one steeped in history and charm? Well, Germany’s town of Monschau is the place to visit. Tucked away in the hills of the…
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Daytrip from Brussels: the Quaint Maastricht
Wanting to visit a small medieval city full of history and amazing architecture? Close to both the German and Belgium border, in the southern part of Netherlands, you will find Maastricht. A small…
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5 Hilltop Villages Close to Nice
Are you wanting to have a birds-eye view of the French Riviera coast and mountains? Than why not visit some of the beautiful hilltop villages or villages perches – where in some cases…
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The Enchanting Spa Town of Karlovy Vary
Traveling oversees is exciting, but it is also can be incredibly draining. That is why I always try to plan our first stop to be somewhere quiet, charming and relaxing. And, the spa…
