The world around us
What is it that makes a city stand out from the crowd? Sure, a city can be known for the incredible culture or traditions it embodies. The people who live in it can also contribute to its identity. But is that really what makes a city iconic? Not quite. The answer indeed lies in the […]
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One simply cannot visit Utrecht without seeing the Dom Tower. Not only is the Dom Tower Utrecht’s finest landmark, it’s also the tallest church tower in all of the Netherlands! So for us, climbing the more than 400 steps up the Dom Tower was an easy decision. And we’re here to share our experience whether […]
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Austria is known for its great mountains and even greater skiing. It’s known for its composers like Strauss and Mozart – Salzburg is Mozart’s city, after all. The country also is known for its sinfully delicious desserts. Look past this, however, to the fairy tale villages and some of the best castles in Europe. All […]
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Portugal is well known for its long coastlines with beaches and granite cliffs cropping out of the Atlantic. Cabo da Roca, also known as Cape Roca, forms part of this coastline. This place was considered to be the end of the world since there is nothing but water as far as the eyes can see. […]
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A trip to Germany can be a truly iconic getaway. Nowhere else in the world does the culture so seamlessly blend historic architecture, medieval streets and a modern, progressive society. Whether you’re in Germany for a few days or a few weeks, you’ll want to enjoy sausages and pretzels, sip a liter of beer at […]
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Portugal is famed for its golden sandy beaches, hidden coves and monumental castles. From its sloped cities to dense forest, here are 20 famous landmarks in Portugal to see. So, grab a pastéis de nata (Portuguese custard tart) and plan your next getaway. 20 INCREDIBLE LANDMARKS IN PORTUGAL LANDMARKS IN LISBON 1- TORRE DE BELEM […]
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Sydney is rich with history thanks to its aboriginal heritage and its status as birthplace of the country’s English settlement. Whether you’re a history buff or just interested to learn more about this amazing city, you won’t find any shortage of incredible places to explore. Barrenjoey Lighthouse This lighthouse is situated at Sydney’s most northern […]
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Getting to Australia takes time, but once there you’ll soon forget about the boring plane ride. There is just something special about the land Down Under. It may be the spectacular scenery or perhaps it’s the artistry of man’s creations, from aboriginal rock art tens of thousands of years old to the modern Sydney Opera […]
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These 12 relics offer a glimpse into bygone eras, from Roman fortresses to the extravagant architectural feats of the long-reigning House of Habsburg. Discover Austria’s complex and rich past through these 12 spectacular landmarks. Stephansdom © WienTourismus / Peter Rigaud This beautiful Gothic Cathedral is one of the most culturally significant buildings in Vienna. The […]
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This list of my top famous landmarks in Australia marks my second anniversary of being here. Despite the travel setbacks of 2020, I am grateful to have explored so much during the pandemic. This thoughtful list shares my unique perspective as a foreigner who lives and works in Australia. Also because I enjoy the best […]
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