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For budget-conscious travelers, hostels in Germany are a great alternative to hotels. Staying in a German hostel doesn’t mean you have to share a room with strangers or cook up your meal in a community kitchen. Furthermore, many hostels in Germany offer double or single rooms at incredibly low prices while ensuring cleanliness, a welcoming atmosphere, and amenities like TVs, restaurants, or organized walking tours.
So you’ve decided to explore Greece by car – bravo! (And yes, due to the Venetian Occupation of many of the islands of Greece, you will hear “bravo” as an accolade in Greece as well as Italy.) However, before you embark on your adventure, it’s important to understand the presence of toll roads that may influence your journey.
The islands of Tahiti may be a honeymooners’ paradise, but family travel is increasingly on the upswing. Here are some tips and strategies if you plan to visit Tahiti, Moorea, or Bora Bora with your children.
Giacomo Puccini was born in Lucca, Italy, on December 22, 1858. He spent his formative years in Lucca, which celebrates him as one of its most cherished native sons. The home of this renowned opera composer has been meticulously restored to the mid-nineteenth-century style and serves as a small museum open to the public.
Mantua, or Mantova, is a beautiful, historic city in northern Italy surrounded on three sides by lakes. It was one of the greatest Renaissance Courts in Europe and home to the wealthy Gonzaga family. The town’s center consists of three spacious and lively squares that join together. In 2008, Mantova became a World Heritage Site, recognized for its Renaissance planning and architecture and is part of the UNESCO Quadrilateral, a district of historic cities in northeastern Italy.
For those who want something more than the usual tour, Rome has a myriad of options. You can tour Rome on a vintage Vespa or in a Fiat 500. Take the family on a tour designed for children, become a gladiator for a day, go underground at the Colosseum, or enjoy an after-hours visit to the Sistine Chapel with these unique tours.
Autumn, or fall, is a wonderful time to travel in Italy. Tourist crowds are thinning, prices and temperatures are dropping, and the food is fantastic. Here’s a look at what Italy has to offer in fall.
Los Angeles is exceptionally photogenic during spring as occasional rainfall ensures stunning clear skies, providing breathtaking views stretching from the beaches to the snow-capped mountains surrounding the city.
People who have never been to Los Angeles often have some pre-conceived notions about the city that are more based on Hollywood fiction than reality. Here are some of the most common misconceptions people have about the City of Angels.
If you’re planning to travel in Mexico by bus, you’ll likely start, take a break from, or end your journey in one of the four main bus stations in Mexico City, the nation’s capital and central hub of transport and commerce.
The Hollywood & Highland Center is a vibrant shopping and entertainment hub located at the intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue. Visitors can enjoy numerous attractions within walking distance, making it a prime destination for both tourists and locals alike.
If you’re planning a trip to New York City, explore these options for attraction passes and discounts to enhance your travel experience while being budget-conscious.
Bring your appetite when you dine at NYC’s best delis. This guide highlights some of the top delicatessens in New York City, offering a range of traditional Jewish deli fare that you won’t want to miss.
A tribute to the dramatic emergence and tradition of 18th-19th century French Romanticism, the Musée de la Vie Romantique boasts a free permanent collection. Specifically centered around French Romantic writers, the museum especially highlights the ideas and life of the prolific writer, political thinker, and libertine George Sand. This quaint museum is nestled in a 19th-century residence at the foot of Montmartre, specifically the Hôtel Scheffer-Renan, which once served as an artist’s studio.
Many travelers often wonder whether it’s worthwhile to pay for a taxi ride to and from the airport in Paris. While it may not be the most cost-effective option, many find that taking a taxi can be the simplest and least stressful mode of transport. So, how much should you expect to pay for a typical taxi fare between the city center and the airports?
Everyone knows that Parisians are rude, right? It’s admittedly a stereotype that even French people outside the big capital tend to fiercely cling onto. If you ask residents of Toulouse, Nantes, or Lyon, they may likely respond with a little knowing smile and a dramatic sigh if you ask them what they think of the capital city, even going so far as to comment: “I can’t stand it there! People are so snobby, stressed, andrude!”
Independence Day in Norway isn’t popular; however, Constitution Day is the primary occasion for national celebrations. Unlike what many countries call their Independence Day, Norway specifically honors this day on Constitution Day.
This 8-Day Scandinavia itinerary follows this outline:
Not much further than an overnight train ride from the Indonesian capital Jakarta, the historic Central Java city of Yogyakarta serves as arepository for Javanese high culture and history.