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Mihaela Lica Butler: Travel Writer, Recipe Developer

Picture-Perfect Places to Propose in Poland

2017-03-22 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Malbork

Where do you pop the question when you visit Poland? Here some ideas from award-winning travel journalist Mihaela Lica Butler.

Warsaw, Capital of Cool 2017, Is a Summer-Must in Poland

2017-03-20 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Warsaw

Warsaw is one of the coolest capitals in 2017, Mamaison reported on their official brand blog, citing a few mainstream publications. We knew that the Polish capital was cool long before the Western media had its epiphany.

Ohio’s Sweetest Walk, the Butler County Donut Trail, Welcomes New Visitors

2017-03-17 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Butler County Donut Trail

Can you resist a donut that has the appeal of Willy Wonka’s magical factory? Chocolate glaze, colorful sprinkles, and the taste of a hundred pixie fairies’ dust on a ring of deep-fried dough? Just go there and walk on the sweetest path you’ve ever walked on: put on your ruby slippers and follow the Butler […]

Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Railway Journey: The Best Way to See Russia

2017-03-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

rail

Imagine the world’s greatest railway excursion, the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Railway journey from Moscow to Vladivostok.

Poti’s Tourist Potential Still Far from Reach

2017-03-13 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Poti Georgia

Located on the delta of the Rioni river, Poti is a Georgian port at the Black Sea and, possibly, your next summer destination. Argophilia reports.

Heartbreaking: No More Azure Window for Malta

2017-03-09 by Mihaela Lica Butler

azure window gone

An act of nature this week has crippled the world of a postcard symbol beyond compare. The Azure Window of Malta is no more.

Prehistoric Town of Akrotiri on Santorini Is a Captivating Experience

2017-03-08 by Mihaela Lica Butler

At the Prehistoric Town of Akrotiri

The Prehistoric Town of Akrotiri is a wonderful tale of a Glorious past that offers a glimpse into the lifestyle and art of the people of Thira.

Summer Destinations 2017: Daugavpils, a Gem of Latvian Heritage

2017-03-07 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Daugavpils

Daugavpils is the second largest city in the country, a postcard-pretty settlement surrounded by lakes and leafy parks, and an important cultural center.

Summer Destination 2017: The Paphos Forest in Cyprus

2017-03-02 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Paphos Forest Kelefos Bridge

Paphos in Cyprus is famous for many reasons – including for being the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite, as Petra tou Romiou stands testimony off the shore along the main road from Pafos to Limassol attracting thousands of tourists to this enchanting spot. Yes, Paphos is strikingly beautiful if you like the kind of towns with romantic […]

Hike the Snow Mountain: Hoverla in Ukraine Is a Mountaineer’s Dream

2017-03-02 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Hoverla Mountain

Hoverla is the highest mountain in Ukraine, and a popular hiking destination, attracting tourists every season. Visit in August to celebrate Independence Day with the locals.

Sparti Platres Rope Adventure Park Is a Hip Attraction in Pano Platres

2017-02-25 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Sparti Platres Rope Adventure Park in Pano Platres

Pano Platres is a great destination for wine lovers but also for active travelers. The Platres rope park “Sparti” here is quite popular.

Mărțișor: the Romanian Allegory of Life and Death Is a Lucky Charm

2017-02-24 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Mărțișor

Mărţişor is a lucky charm with a long history and universal tradition. It is found in Romania, but also in Moldova, and neighboring Bulgaria, as well as – to a lesser extent – other Eastern European countries.

In Poland, Puck County Draws with Coastal Charm

2017-02-22 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Puck Bay

Puck in Poland is a charming destination, with idyllic coastline views and unforgettable sunsets. Children will love vacations here too.

Fascinating Trips: Prison Tales on Lake Rummu

2017-02-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Lake Rummu

Whatever the season, the former prisons on Lake Rummu don’t lose their odd appeal, attracting hundreds of curious lovers of nature and adventure.

Tags: Estonia, Lake Rummu

Taste of Tbilisi: Georgia’s Capital Beyond the Food Tours

2017-02-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Sirajkhana Wine House

Introducing five Tbilisi restaurants with beautiful interiors and food to die for. Enjoy decadent bites without breaking the bank.

Dining for Vegan Travelers: Best Vegan Bites in Bucharest

2017-02-15 by Mihaela Lica Butler

vegan romanian food

Vegan travelers will find Bucharest adequate for their dietary needs. Besides vegan restaurants, mainstream eateries now have vegan menus.

Here’s How to Plan a Trip to Plovdiv This Summer

2017-02-11 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Plovdiv

Plovdiv is the perfect starting point for travelers who want to visit the Central Balkan National Park, and the beautiful Suchurum waterfall in Karlovo.

Tags: Kalovo, Plovdiv

Picture-Perfect Places to Propose in Montenegro

2017-02-10 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Bay of Kotor

Montenegro is one of the most visually-appealing countries of the Balkans. Although its tourism numbers are on a constant high since 2006 to date, it is widely unknown to western travelers. But those who decide to visit Montenegro are seduced by the country’s endless repository of romantic sites perfect to pop the question, to honeymoon, […]

Underwater Soviet Monuments and Pristine Nature in Tarkhankut

2017-02-06 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Tarkhankut Crimea

Tarkhankut is not one of those destinations that come to mind when you plan a summer escape, but it should be something to consider for the peak season of 2017, especially if you are a lover of dramatic, pristine, and unadulterated nature, with a side of unusual and unexpected. This peninsula is Crimea’s least populated […]

Seven Cretan Summer Adventures for Children Who Love Animals

2017-02-02 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Seven Cretan Summer Adventures for Children Who Love Animals

If you are visiting the island with children who enjoy interacting with animals, we have seven Cretan summer adventures to keep them busy.

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