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Armenia’s Cave Village, Old Khndzoresk Beckons with Spectacular Hikes

2017-05-25 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Khndzoresk

Old Khndzoresk is one of Armenia’s best destinations for hiking and spelunking. The cave village also reminds of the writing of J. R. R. Tolkien.

Albanian Sazan Island Opens for Tourists This Summer

2017-04-20 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Sazan Island

Sazan Island (Sazani) in Qendër Vlorë will open for tourists this summer, Albania’s Defense Minister Mimi Kodheli announced on April 5, 2017.

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Romanian Easter Traditions: Easter Eggs

2017-04-14 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Romanian Easter Traditions: Easter Eggs

We mark Easter with an Orthodox tradition from Romania: beautifully decorated Easter Eggs and some of the legends surrounding this ancient art.

Developing Tourism Is a Priority in Azerbaijan

2017-04-11 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan tourism spending soared 71% last year and the local government continues to prioritize this industry to reduce its dependence on oil. The country takes proactive steps into simplifying visa procedures for several countries to attract more tourists. The ASAN Visa portal started operating online early in January 2017, allowing easy electronic visa applications for […]

Coming Up in October: Red Bull Freerunning Competition in Oia

2017-04-06 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Bart van der Linden

Save the date: on October 7, 2017, Oia will welcome the best of the best freerunners in the world and as a spectator, you will be able to see them flying over white-washed walls, domed roofs, and Orthodox church crosses like Greek gods.

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