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What To See And Do In Ghent, Belgium
The hipster university town of Ghent, with its network of canals lined with gorgeous old-world architecture, is yet another Belgian gem. Once the largest European city north of Paris, Ghent, with its remarkably well-preserved buildings, is the capital and largest city of East Flanders province. Located between Brussels and Bruges, this is an ideal stop between Belgiums two most visited cities. Its laid back vibe is less touristy, providing a more authentic, welcoming feel, while still offering plenty of interesting things to see and do, making it well worth the stop. What To See and Do In Ghent The center of Ghent’s charming old town, where most of the sites…
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A Quick Stop In Osaka: What To See And Do
Osaka’s nickname, tenka no daidokoro, or ”the nation’s kitchen” and its motto kuidaore, which means something akin to ”eat ‘till you drop”, are harbingers of the amazing array of food options here. On top of this, Osaka has miles of shopping arcades, malls, and streets, so you can literally, shop ’till you drop’ and ’eat ’till you drop’. In fact, it’s crazy how many shops and restaurants there are here. Yes, exploring the food and shopping options is a must-do here, but there’s also more to see on a short stop. This post covers what to see and do in when visiting Osaka. Quick Stop In Osaka: What To See…
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Best Things To See In Kyoto
Did you know that Kyoto, Japan’s cultural capital and one of its most beautiful cities, was once considered as the place to drop the atomic bomb? It was spared through the intervention of Henry L. Stimson, US Secretary of War, as he understood its cultural significance. Kyoto, the former capital of Japan, is the birthplace of many ancient Japanese traditions, like geisha culture, its elaborate tea ceremony, traditional Japanese drama like Noh and Kabuki, Haiku poetry, and sumo wrestling, and more. Plus, due to the limited bombing, it’s one of the best-preserved cities in Japan, full of beautiful traditional wooden architecture and many historic temples and shrines. Kyoto is a…
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UAE Travel Guide
This travel guide for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) features the top places to visit, how to get there, safety, scams, what you should definitely not do (with it’s very traditional laws), and more to help plan your visit. The UAE consists of seven independent emirates, or city-states. Its 3 most visited include: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. This travel guide and posts on the UAE are updated as of January 2022. UAE Travel Guide: Top Attractions Dubai Cosmopolitan and glamorous, Dubai is not only the most visited city in the UAE, it ranks as the 7th most visited in the world. It offers a lot as a destination, not…
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Best Things To Do In Dubai: The Superlative City
The city of superlatives, Dubai boasts multiple records for the world’s biggest, tallest, and longest, providing really unique things to see and do. Like the world’s largest man-made archipelago, the world’s tallest building, the world’s largest indoor gold souk, the world’s largest observation wheel, and many more. On top of this, the exotic flair of its Middle Eastern location and the glamorous appeal of its glittering skyscrapers add to its intrigue. The most populous of 7 emirates in the UAE (United Arab Emirates), it’s ranked among the world’s top most cosmopolitan cities. Foreigners make up more than a staggering 80% of the population, all living together harmonious. Plus it’s contemporary,…
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Visiting Lourmarin In The Luberon And Its Castle
Nestled amongst the vineyards and olive groves of France’s Luberon region is one of the most beautiful villages in Provence, Lourmarin. In addition to some of the most charming homes I’ve seen in France, Lourmarin is also home to a 15th and 16th century castle, a delicious cafe culture, numerous art galleries, and an outstanding Friday morning market. And, if that isn’t enough, this is also where Peter Mayle, author of the book, ‘A Year In Provence’, bought a home in his later years. This cute little village makes an excellent day trip from nearby Aix en Provence or Avignon, less than an hour from each. Or stay a few…
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Things To Do In Gordes, Provence
Gordes, the prettiest hilltop village in Provence is a must-visit, not only for a photo of its picture-perfect charm, but also because its a fun little stop. This lovely village overlooking the lush Luberon is a one hour drive from Aix-en-Provence and 45 minutes from Avignon, making it a perfect day trip from either. Settled by well-known artists Andre Lhote and Marc Chagal after WWII, it also attracted modern day artists like Victor Vasarely, and Pol Mara, all adding to its allure. Best Things To Do In Gordes View-Point Hill This view is likely the first things you’ll see as view-point hill is right before Gordes when coming from Avignon…
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Best Things To See And Do In Nice France
The crystal-clear azure waters of the French Riviera and views of the Bay of Angels in Nice, France, once a playground for royalty, are a must-see. This, paired with Nice’s historic Old Town and sites on nearby Cimiez hill, are vacation-worthy, offering many memorable things to do. Its beaches, with their striking and blue and white striped umbrellas, the heart-thumping views from old castle hill, buzzing old town, Roman ruins, and art museums devoted to greats Matisse and Chagall, make a great summer getaway. This post covers the best things to see and do in Nice, France. Best Things To See And Do In Nice, France Walk The Promenade des…
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What To See While Visiting Aix En Provence
Aix en Provence, a chic, but unpretentious University town, known as Provence’s cultural capital. It’s another must-visit location in France. This is where Post-Impressionist Paul Cézanne was born and lived, and many famous artists came to paint, like Pablo Picasso, who lived, and is buried here. Novelists Ernest Hemingway and Emile Zola also lived here, as well as other notable creative personalities. This post covers what to see while visiting Aix en Provence. Aix is such a beautiful city, with its Provençal sun-drenched, sorbet-colored buildings, dappled by sunlight about 300 days a year. Its summer air, perfumed by flowers and blooming trees. It’s about as perfect as it gets. I…
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Best Things To See And Do In Avignon
Avignon, the seat of the papacy in the 14th century, has remarkable architecture, including the Palais des Papes and Notre-Dame des Doms, as well as famous bridge Le Pont d’Avignon and gardens Rocher de Doms, offering a glimpse into a little known part of France’s history. It’s also famous for Le Festival d’Avignon, which overtakes the town each July, welcoming tens of thousands of theater-lovers for open-air performances with Avignon’s stunning architecture as backdrops. Plus, this historic city also makes a great base for day trips to other stunning cities in Provence. This post covers the top things to see and do in Avignon. Best Things To See And Do…
