May 1st or more commonly, May Day is a national holiday in more than 80 countries, but for Romanians, the day bears more meanings than you’d expect. If in most countries the day is celebrated as the International Workers’ Day, Romania celebrates it as the beginning of the holiday season… more or less. Of course, […]
Eastern Europe
Book Review: The Hidden Europe by Francis Tapon
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 […]
Traveling by Road in Europe: What You Should Keep in Mind
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.
UEFA Boss Platini Praises Ukraine Effort
UEFA President Michel Platini and Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych oversaw the grand opening of the International terminal at Lviv Danylo Halytskyi airport this week. Platini, offering words of admiration and encouragment over Ukraine’s efforts at hosting EURO 2012, told reporters on the scene the country’s efforts were nothing short of astounding.
A Top 10 for Business Travelers to Bucharest
Business travel is not always as entertaining as it could be, it’s not even a vacation, after all. But, with good time management, business travelers to Bucharest should find ways to soak up of the local culture and to explore the city’s main attractions when not at the board table.
U.S. Traveler’s Guide to Eastern Europe
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.
Akrotiri, Window Into the Bronze Age, Reopens
Seven years after the roof of Santorini’s Akrotiri archaeological site fell, killing a British tourist, the Bronze Age wonder has reopened to the public. This prehistoric town, called by many the “Pompeii of the Aegean”, was for centuries buried beneath tons of volcanic ash. On Wednesday, visitors were once again allowed in to see one of the world’s lost wonders.
Azerbaijan to Build World’s Tallest Skyscraper
Once upon a time New York City’s Empire State Building was the envy of the world, the tallest skyscraper then constructed dwarfed all other man made objects. Fast forward to today and news from Azerbaijan. The filthy rich former Soviet Union outpost intends on using oil revenues to catapult itself into the modern age with a range of ambitious projects, including erecting the world’s tallest building.
Minsk Airport Renovation Hits Snag
According to news from Belarus, the Minsk National Airport renovation will not be carried out by Chinese contractors as was the plan. Evidently costs differences between the Aviation Department and China Precision Machinery Import-Export Corporation (CPMIEC), could not be reconciled.
Macedonia’s St. Demetrius Church Miracle
Some miraculous news of the Easter holidays arrived from Macedonia recently as tourists flocked to see frescoes at the St Demetrius church in Skopje. According to the reports, the paintings changed colors dramatically promoting Orthodox Christians to believe the famous wall paintings underwent a diving change.
Passengers On the Rise To and From Moldova
In news from Moldova, air passenger flow through the country’s Chisinau International Airport increase by some 12.49% in March compared with the that of the previous year. Data from airport officials showed over 63,000 passengers having passed through the country’s main air hub during the month.
Places You Never Heard Of: Armenia’s Yerevan Flea Market
Armenia is one of the least understood, and most fascinating places in the world. Today we want to bring you a little piece of culture from there, a place you undoubtedly never heard of, the Yerevan Flea Market. Called Vernissage from the French meaning “varnishing” (or an art preview), this world class flea market slash swap […]
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