Mihaela Lica Butler: Travel Writer, Recipe Developer

UK: Mobile Web Browsing Up to 27.1% in Travel

2013-02-21 by Mihaela Lica Butler

In January 2013, mobile browsing of travel websites went up more than 6% to 27.1% of all traffic, compared to 20.5% six months earlier.

Croatian Peasant Revolt Seljačka buna 1573 Reenacted Tomorrow

2013-02-08 by Mihaela Lica Butler

A tourist even you shouldn’t miss if you happen to be in Donja Stubica tomorrow: Seljačka buna 1573-2013 will reenact a peasant revolt that made history.

Bulgaria Is Top Virgin Money Family Destination 2013

2013-01-14 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Virgin Money recommends Bulgaria, Paris and Majorca as the top three family destinations in 2013. Where would you rather be?

Argophilia Must See Eastern European Destinations of 2013

2013-01-09 by Mihaela Lica Butler

How about trying a Eastern European destination, instead of the beaten path of Western Europe – Paris, Vienna, or Berlin? Your call. This side of the world still waits with fresh homemade bread, a shot of schnapps, and a warm heart. Come in, and find out.

Ski Focus: White Powder Beacons from Kranjska Gora

2012-11-07 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Kranjska Gora is so beautiful, that Argophilia staff has selected it as the top ski destination in Eastern Europe this year.

A Creepy Miami Beach Promises a Hot Halloween

2012-10-17 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Miami Beach may be a favorite destination to enjoy a fun-filled Spring break, but how many consider it to spend a spooky Halloween? Can this colorful, serene landscape creep the bejesus out of you this October 31?

Iceland Tourism on the Rise

2012-10-17 by Mihaela Lica Butler

More and more US tourists are arriving in Iceland in 2012, compared to the same time-frame in 2011. The numbers are expected to skyrocket in 2013. Icelandair has already announced a 15 percent increase in flights for the upcoming months.

Halloween in Transylvania: A Dracula Tour with Argophilia

2012-10-15 by Mihaela Lica Butler

The scenery puts Twilight to shame: eerie landscapes stretch all around, sparkling under white powder, while in the distance, the wolves begin their macabre incantations. It’s time for the children of the night. Where will you find sanctuary?

GuestComment Fights Fraudulent Hotel Reviews

2012-08-21 by Mihaela Lica Butler

GuestComment enables a genuine dialog between a hotel guest and management while the guest is still onsite.

Split Remembers Diocletian

2012-08-17 by Mihaela Lica Butler

If you are in Split this weekend, you cannot miss the Days of Diocletian, a reenactment of the Roman era, from August 17 to August 20.

SoFit Mobile: Partner of Walk A Mile at London 2012

2012-07-25 by Mihaela Lica Butler

SoFit Mobile to provide more tools for people to be part of the Olympic spirit, while making a positive change in the world.

Oktogo.ru Ranks Among the Top 10 Russian Internet Brands

2012-06-17 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Oktogo.ru has been recently included in The Top 10 Russian Internet Brands Out to Conquer the World by The Moscow Times.

Where to Go This Summer: Hvar, Croatia’s Island of Culture

2012-06-04 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Hvar (Pharos in Greek), is the fourth largest island in Croatia and is characterised by fertile coastal plains, silver and purple lavender fields, sweet fresh water springs, olives groves, pine forests, and a rich ancient history.

Eastern Europe Represented by 15 Countries at Eurovision 2012 Final

2012-05-25 by Mihaela Lica Butler

The Eastern European 15 in the program will be led by Hungary, followed by Albania, Lithuania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Russia, Cyprus, Estonia, host country Azerbaijan, Romania, Greece, Turkey, Macedonia, Serbia, Ukraine and Moldova.

Croatian National Flower Celebrated in Donja Stubica

2012-05-17 by Mihaela Lica Butler

May 19 is a special day for Donja Stubica: the town celebrates Croatia’s national flower in the Croatian Iris Garden, with classical music, folk dances and more.

Latvia Dressed in Blue to Celebrate the Sea on Museum Night

2012-05-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Over 130 museums all over Latvia will participate at the European Museum Night on May 19, an event that this year is at the eight edition in the country. The motto “The Blue Color – The Sea” is unique to Latvia.

Book Review: The Hidden Europe by Francis Tapon

2012-04-15 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Many may not agree with his views of this part of the world, especially those who say they don’t like stereotypes, or those who, like myself, are at times oversensitive about their countries, but Francis Tapon knows more about Eastern Europe than any other American you will meet – be it a geography or history […]