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Mihaela Lica Butler: Travel Writer, Recipe Developer

Pig Slaughtering in Romania

2011-12-15 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Although cruel, the tradition of pig slaughtering is ancient and not many Romanians are happy to let it go.

Pilgrim at Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe

2011-12-12 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe

The celebration of the Virgen del Tepeyac is an event between the human and the divine, a celebration of hope, unity and faith that drives all Mexicans to overcome the hardships of life.

Tags: churches, La Virgen, Liebfrauenkirche, Our Lady of Guadalupe

Bansko, World’s Best Value Ski Resort

2011-11-30 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Chair ski lift

Bansko is Bulgaria’s most affordable ski resort, and the country’s more popular as well. This year, Bansko was also ranked as the most affordable ski resort in the world.

Tags: Bansko, Bansko ski resort, budget skiing, ski holiday, ski resort

Skiing in Romania: Poiana Braşov

2011-11-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Poiana Braşov

By far the most popular ski resort in Romania, Poiana Braşov is also one of the most charming destinations in the country. It is the starting point to see other ski resorts in the neighborhood, including Predeal, Buşteni, Azuga and Sinaia.

Tags: Poiana Brasov, ski Romania, Skiing in Romania

Romantic Winter Getaways in Eastern Europe

2011-11-01 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Log House Tara, Kolasin, Montenegro.

If romance is what you want for your winter holiday, you’re in luck: Eastern Europe isn’t short of romantic getaways, as long as you know where to look.

Tags: Bianca Resort & Spa, Bjelasica, Budapest, Christmas package, Christmas Tree, Gellért Baths, Hunedoara County, Hungary, Kolašin, Kranjska Gora, Latvia, Log House Tara, Montenegro, Riga, romania, Sinjajevina, slovenia, Straja

Best Winter Trips 2011: Treehotel in Harads, Sweden

2011-10-27 by Mihaela Lica Butler

UFO house

Treehotel is a step in a right direction – a sophisticated experience for discerning travelers, and obviously not something affordable for the budget conscious. The price for a tree house goes way above the 500 USD barrier, but the once-in-a-lifetime factor makes up for the spend.

Tags: Best Winter Trips 2011, Harads, Sweden, Treehotel

Time for Riga to Shine: Staro Rīgā 2011

2011-10-21 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Staro Riga 2010, The Three brother's labyrinth

There’s no better time to visit Latvia’s seductive capital than during its Staro RIga light festival. If you want to plan your visit around the festival this year, the dates are 17 to 20 November.

Tags: Riga, Staro Rīga

Croatia Gets Ready for the 13th Biograd Boat Show 2011

2011-10-18 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Marina Kornati

This year, the show takes place 20-23 October, every day from 10:00 am till dusk, when the party begins at Marina Kornati West, featuring JINX in concert.

Tags: Biograd Boat Show 2011

Montenegro Tourism on the Rise

2011-10-01 by Mihaela Lica Butler

montenegro

More tourists have visited Montenegro this year, than in 2010 – and the future holds much more in store for this spending Adriatic destination.

Tags: Montenegro, Visit Montenegro

Best Winter Trips in Eastern Europe 2012

2011-09-29 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Tallinn Christmas Market

Chilling temperatures, and fields of white, when winter arrives, with all its magic, the world of travel puts on its mittens, and gets ready to live life to the fullest… Argophilia Travel News editors have picked five of the best winter destinations in Eastern Europe for you.

Tags: Winter Destinations

More Tourists than Ever in Azerbaijan

2011-09-27 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Azeri Square, Baku

The number of foreign tourists arriving in Azerbaijan has increased by 15 percent in the first six months of 2011, compared to the same period of 2010, Trend.az reported.

Tags: Azerbaijan, Baku, travel to Azerbaijan, visit Azerbaijan, visit baku

Why Baku Should Win the Bid for the 2020 Summer Olympics

2011-09-02 by Mihaela Lica Butler

baku

With ancient architecture to study and admire, and world-class museums and libraries waiting to show off their treasures, Baku is simply a must-see. And if it doesn’t win the 2020 Summer Olympics bid next year, at least it’s got your attention. Consider it next time you plan an exotic escape.

Tags: 2020 Summer Olympics, Baku

September Travel Deals to Eastern Europe

2011-09-01 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Eastern Europe saves its true charms for September. It’s the time of the harvest, and the end of the hot Summer season.

Tags: Eastern Europe, September Travel Deals

Tallinn Celebrates Chamber Music this September

2011-08-30 by Mihaela Lica Butler

tallinn chamber music festival

Tallinn will be hosting the 7th edition of the Chamber Music Festival this Fall, from 11-25 September 2011 at Tallinn Town Hall, Hopner House, St John’s Church and St Michael’s Swedish church.

Tags: Tallinn, Tallinn Chamber Music Festival

Musical Invitation to Liepāja This Fall

2011-08-29 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Liepāja organ

The awe-inspiring city of Liepāja at the Baltic Sea will host the 10th International Organ Festival this Fall, September 3 – October 1.

Tags: Baltic Sea, Latvia travel, Liepāja

Cheaper Air Tickets for LOT Polish Airlines Customers

2011-08-26 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Cheaper air tickets for LOT customers.

The offer, 10% off any LOT ticket, is valid from August 25 to September 10, 2011. Only LOT.com registered users can benefit from the offer.

Tags: air travel, Cheap Tickets, LOT Polish Airlines, LOT tickets

Pilgrim in Bucovina Program Promotes Steam Train Rides Around Suceava

2011-08-13 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Pelerin in Bucovina train rides.

A vintage train hauled by the oldest steam locomotive still in use in the country, and having four coaches built around 1900 was inaugurated last week in Bucovina, Romania.

Tags: bucovina, putna, scenic train rides, steam train rides, suceava

Travel to Thailand This October for the Royal Barge Procession

2011-08-11 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Kathin Barge Procession

The water-borne royal kathin procession on 22 October will consist of a flotilla of 52 traditional-style barges arranged in five columns, based on a battle formation from ancient times. The five-column flotilla stretches 1,280 metres in length and 110 across. A total of 2,200 sailors from various units within the Royal Thai Navy will serve as oarsmen.

Tags: Chao Phraya River, Royal Kathin Barge Procession, Thailand

River Rafting on the Bistrița in Vatra Dornei

2011-08-02 by Mihaela Lica Butler

River Rafting on the Bistrita River.

Beyond landmarks and typical attractions, Vatra Dornei is a place for active holidays, where adrenalin seekers can enjoy everything from ATV rides, to river rafting and more.

Tags: Bistrița River, Dorna Adventure, River Rafting, summer activities, Vatra Dornei, Visit Romania

Fažana Celebrates Fishermen Traditions and Culture

2011-08-02 by Mihaela Lica Butler

pilchard festival

If you want to experience Croatia first hand, this fishermen village is the ideal destination.

Tags: Croatia, culture, Fažana, festivals, fishermen village, traditions

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