Discover Prague in the Czech republic

Prague the capital of the Czech Republic is situated right in the heart of Europe. Has a  long history of outstanding economic and cultural activity going back to when it was a major city in the Kingdom of Bohemia and later the Roman Empire.

Prague offers excellent public transportation (subway, streetcars and public buses). Of the many Museums And Galleries in Prague must visits are the National museum, National Technical Museum, Mucha museum (Muchovo muzeum), City of Prague Museum and the Decorative Art Museum.

For accommodation there are many hotels and inns in Prague with high hospitaility standards nearly always offering a private bath and telephone

Prague hotels are rather expensive, so it is recommended to book direct with the hotel owners web sites and to book your room were possible in advance.

Fireworks Festival in Venice

The Redentore fireworks festival is held on the 18-19th of July, it is held on the third Sunday of July, is a wonderful fireworks display that is followed by both tourists & locals from Venice. The locals Venetians usually follow the spectacle  from their boats which are usually decorated with balloons, festoons and lights.

The waters sparkle with the reflection of  boats and lights. On the boats, among song, dance and typical food, people wait for the fireworks that begin at 11.30pm and go on for almost an hour. Along the banks thousand of people also wait for the fireworks at long tables set up for the occasion.

To stay in Venice there are many options from budget hotels in Venice, apartments or bed and breakfasts for every budget.

More info: Events in Venice

Granada, the jewel of Andalusia in southern Spain

Granada is the capital of Andalusia, an enchanting and wonderful city situated between the Sierra Nevada and the Tropical Coast. Granada is a relatively modern city that enjoys very mild weather that is surrounded by plentiful green countryside. The city of Granada has been declared a ‘Cultural World Patrimony.

Getting around the city on foot is highly recommended. Walking around the city and discover the Alhambra and Albaicín, passing through the neighborhoods of the ‘new city’, admiring palaces and monuments, letting yourself be charmed by the suggestive gardens of Generalife.

Accommodation in Granada.

It’s easy to find hotels in Granada there are many options of quality accommodation including hotels, apartments and hostels providing a place to stay for thousands of university students from all over the world.

To find out more info on the city, check out the Granada travel guide

Fancy a run in Paris?

This year will be held the 33rd edition of the famous Paris Marathon. This big event will set off from the  Avenue des Champs Elyseés on Sunday, 5th April. The marathon will wind along the streets of Paris covering over 42 km.

The race will pass through the Bastille, the river Seine, les Tuileries and by Nation, finally finishing at one of the most famous lanmarks of Paris the Arch of Triumph. This year the race will host over 37,000 runners.

Each year the Paris marathon attracts many international runners from many countries around Europe & worldwide. There will be also over 70 musical groups present at the event.

Tsegaye Kebede won last years event, finishing in 2h and 6′ while the Kenyan Martha Komu, finished in the time of 2.25.33, bringing her personal record by down by 7 minutes.

There is a vast selection of hotels in Paris, from midrange 3 star hotels to quality 4 star Paris hotels.

Escape the winter in Majorca – Spain

A trip to Majorca might reveal many surprises: an extraordinary variety of beaches, sea cliffs of beauty comparable to the most famous shorelines in Europe, it’s many Majorca hotels, beaches, and famous night clubs that will surely guarantee an action packed vacation.
With a constant temperature of 25-30 degrees Celsius for most months of the year, Mallorca feels like summer will never end. The area around Palma de Mallorca is the one that offers the broadest selection of accommodation, ranging from star-rated hotels in the historical city center to beach resorts in the city’s immediate surroundings.

For independant travellers wanting to stay in the countryside (but still remain close to Majorca) why not try one of the local agritourism farmhouse accommodations (known locally as fincas rurales).

Read more from our: Majorca travel guide

Nice, South of France

Nice located in the Côte d’Azur in the South of France, is the primary port of entry to the Côte d’Azur, thanks to France’s second airport.

Many visitors who come to Nice are attracted to this wonderful city for a number of reasons:  7 km of beaches, an ideal climate with more than 3,000 hours of sun per year, the quality of the infrastructure and hospitality, the first port in France for cruise ships, hundreds of restaurants offering French cuisine, top class hotels in Nice and finally, traditional festivals, events in Nice and top class exhibitions.

More info: Travel guide Nice, France

Nice in the south of France

Otranto, the gateway to the East

Otranto is situated on the eastern most point in Italy and is one of the peninsula’s most hidden treasures. Otranto’s is considered one of the most beautiful in Italy. The stone paving and typical Southern Italian houses all painted with bright colors, the natural port, the sandy beach and Monte Carlo Magno and Minerva hills with their breathtaking views. 

2 ‘most sees’ are Otranto Castle & Otranto Cathedral The largest church in Apulia.

Read more from this online travel guide to Otranto

What to see in San Remo

Sanremo stretches from Andorra to the national border at Ventimiglia, is known in Italy as the  capital of flowers. San Remo is famous for the yearly Italian Music Festival a competition for upcoming Italian singers.

Another event worth seeing in San Remo in spring is the famous classic cycle race “Milan – Sanremo“.

Read more from this online travel guide to San Remo

You can also download the guide for free in PDF format.

San Remo beach view

An hidden treasure on the Italian Riviera!

Camogli is an authentic fishing village on the The Tigullio Gulf, Italian Riviera of Liguria. Not having a large parking lot like the one at Portofino has saved the town from being invaded by mass tourism and, although events like the fish festival attract thousands of visitors, Camogli remains an authentic village to visit for a relaxing holiday.

Find out more on what to see in Camogli.

Why not ski in Cortina?

Cortina the “St Moritz” of Northern Italy. Situated in the heart of the dolomite mountains Cortina is a great destination to visit in summer for hiking and some shopping. Instead in the winter the town comes alive with all the skiers.

View of Cortina