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World-class Sailing at the Dubrovnik International Regatta in May

2012-04-29 by Guest Author

Dubrovnik harbor

Organised by sailors for sailors, the first Dubrovnik International Regatta will take place in 2012 from the 10th-14th May.

Tags: Adriatic Regattas, dubrovnik, Dubrovnik International Regatta, sailing

Top Eastern European Festivals to Be Seen at This Summer

2012-04-22 by Guest Author

traditional polish oscypek cheese

Eastern Europe is going to be the place to be seen this summer! There are some amazing festivals taking place and the following are just a short selection.

Tags: All Cheese Festival, Global Gathering, Midsummer Festival Krakow, Oscypek, Sziget Festival 2012, Wianki 2012, Zakopane

Discover the Lesser-visited Delights of Turkey

2012-04-18 by Guest Author

Trabzon

There’s so much more to Turkey than Istanbul, as charismatic as it is. Take the road less travelled and uncover some lesser known Turkish delights.

Tags: Bozcaada, Eastern Borderlands, Faralya, Kayakoy, Kekova

Traveling by Road in Europe: What You Should Keep in Mind

2012-04-14 by Guest Author

Europe's circuitous roads.

Rich in it’s varied people, complex cultures, breathtaking architecture and beautiful landscapes, Europe plays host to some of the most storied civilizations in the world, acting as a beacon to travelers from around the planet. Combining these unbeatable draws with its relatively small size and easy access to many countries in a single day, the European continent presents as the perfect region to tour on the open road.

Tags: car travel, Europe by car, Europe customs, Europe roads, Europe tourism, Europe travel, touring Europe, travel habits, travel ideas, travel tips

U.S. Traveler’s Guide to Eastern Europe

2012-04-12 by Guest Author

St. Petersburg, Russian Federation.

It may be named as simply another section of the European continent but Eastern Europe holds a unique history and an appeal all its own for travelers from the United States. Plagued by conflict and with its people heavily oppressed for much of its history and until as few as 20 years ago in some regions, Eastern Europe in 2012 is a beautiful place of humble and hearty people amidst some of the most breathtaking backdrops, from cityscapes to country roads, in the world.

Tags: Budapest, Eastern Europe, Hungary Travel, Latvia, Latvia travel, rail travel, Riga, Russia travel, St. Petersburg, U.S.S.R.

If You Like Beer, You Need To Get To Denver

2012-04-09 by Guest Author

beer colorado

The true beer enthusiast traveling to Denver probably doesn’t have time to sample every local beer, but might appreciate a visit to the Falling Rock Tap House in LoDo, which has over 75 beers on tap, as well as hundreds of beer bottles lining the walls, many of which are local Colorado beers.

Tags: beer, colorado

Transylvania: Europe’s Most Authentic Rural Retreat

2012-04-03 by Guest Author

Sighisoara

Transylvania is a real hidden gem, so beautiful you almost don’t want to tell other people about it in case a flood of tourists come and spoil its peaceful backwater atmosphere. Go there now, before everyone else finds out.

Tags: Transylvania

Super 8 Hotels Coming Soon To Poland

2012-03-28 by Guest Author

super8

Super 8’s parent company (Wyndham Hotel Group) has embarked on creating an European footprint. One of the very first countries they are focusing on is Poland.

Tags: Poland hotels, super 8, Super 8 Hotels, Wyndham Hotel Group

Three Awesome Eastern European Music Festivals of 2012

2012-03-28 by Guest Author

Postivus Festival in Latvia

Eastern Europe boasts active musical festivals featuring the top international indie-rock bands and dance vibes signifying a people and culture really ready to rock.

Tags: KaZantip Republic, music festivals, Positivus Festival 2012, Rabarock 2012

Top Luxury Hotels in Italy’s Sorrento

2012-03-18 by Guest Author

Almati, near Sorrento.

Planning on jetting off to Italy for a break? Lucky you! The country’s renowned for its cuisine, great weather and rich culture – and a great place to soak up all three is Sorrento, which is on the south coast. This is also a particularly good spot if you’re organising a luxury holiday.

Tags: Grand Ambasciatori, Imperial Hotel Tramontano, Italian hotels, Italy hotels, Italy tourism, Italy travel, Luxury Hotels, Sorrento, Sorrento hotels

10 Biggest Cruise Accidents of the Last Decade

2012-03-15 by Guest Author

Costa Concordia

1. Costa Concordia One of the most well-known, recent disasters, it ran aground and partially sank, with over 4000 passengers on board. 24 died and 64 were injured while 7 remain missing. The situation was handled badly, with the captain downplaying it to delay evacuation. The ship then developed a list which seriously hindered the […]

Tags: accidents, cruise ships, cruises, disaster, ships

Online Travel: Translation & Localization Walk Hand in Hand

2012-03-15 by Guest Author

Translated means, we speak your language

Travel and tourism has always been one of the fastest growing business sectors worldwide. Even in these difficult times, leisure activities across the globe serve investors and the people who travel well.

Tags: foreign language, language tools, translate, translation, travel sites, travel tools, travel translation

Poland’s Best Springtime Locations

2012-03-13 by Guest Author

Wilanow Palace in Warsaw

Here are some of the most beautiful and “can’t miss” locations to visit if you’re ever in Poland during the spring.

Scuba Diving in Croatia

2012-03-13 by Guest Author

Korcula Croatia.

One of the most popular destinations for scuba diving enthusiasts of all experience levels is the beautiful Adriatic Sea off of the coast of Croatia. 

Ski Jumping World Championships in Planica, March 15-18

2012-03-11 by Guest Author

Ski Jumping World Championships, Planica, Slovenia

For those who enjoy sporting events, the Ski Jumping World Cup is coming in March to Planica, Slovenia (March 15-18) and promises once again to be an entertaining event for people of all ages

Tags: Planica, Ski Jumping World Championships

Ten ‘Must Dos’ for Visitors to Dubrovnik

2012-03-09 by Guest Author

Dubrovnik harbor

The historic city of Dubrovnik is a major attraction itself and from ancient ruins to cobbled streets, no trip to Croatia should ignore its charms. Here are ten sure-fire things to do whilst visiting Dubrovnik.

Tags: dubrovnik, dubrovnik attractions, visit croatia, visit dubrovnik

Seven of the World’s Strangest Customs

2012-03-09 by Guest Author

thumbs

If you’re considering a career break in the near future, there are a few strange customs you should be made aware of.

Tags: customs, world customs

Clandestine Dining in Barcelona

2012-03-09 by Guest Author

Tintoreria Dontell outside

The Catalan capital is a hub of creative gastronomic experimentation, with several clandestine restaurants that invite locals and visitors alike to an intriguing social and culinary experience.

Tags: Barcelona Dining, Clandestine Dining in Barcelona

A guide to the Budapest Spring Festival, March 16 – 26

2012-03-06 by Guest Author

Budapest Spring Festival

The Budapest Spring Festival will provide you with a great cultural experience and offer you the opportunity to learn about a culture that has existed since ancient times.

Tags: Budapest Spring Festival, event, festivals

Bosnia-Herzegovina: Art and Adventure

2012-03-06 by Guest Author

Sarajevo at night

Despite its dark past, Bosnia-Herzegovina is now reborn as a country of culture, arts and adventure. It is, as yet, undiscovered by the tourist throng.

Tags: Bosnia Herzegovina, Sarajevo

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