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Palace of Knossos, Europe’s Oldest Civilization

Last updated on February 11th, 2025 at 05:50 pmLegendary myths and history collide at the oldest advanced civilization in the western world. The Palace of Knossos, just outside the largest city on Greece’s biggest island, Heraklion, Crete is both unique and controversial. Originally discovered by the Cretan merchant Minos Kalokairinos in 1877, English aristocrat Sir….

Palace of Knosos wide angle photo with red colored columns, Minotaur fresco and walkway

10 Must Things to Do in Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Denmark consistently ranks as one of the world’s best cities to live, even making the top of some lists. Naturally, a capital city with so much to offer its residents, also has much to offer visitors. From royal palaces to picturesque 17th century Nyhavn, to one of the world’s most acclaimed culinary scenes, there’s a huge variety to enjoy. Here are 10 must things to do in Copenhagen!

Snorkeling in Roatan, Honduras

Last updated on August 2nd, 2024 at 05:51 pmColorful fish and a reprieve from our everyday world is what draws humans to explore the sea. On our recent NCL Caribbean cruise we took the plunge. Snorkeling in Roatan is a fun excursion in a popular Caribbean tourist port. Here is what you can expect to…

Odyssey of a Korean War Veteran

Last updated on April 23rd, 2024 at 03:14 pmThis is a guest post written by Alexander Kallimanis Sr. In 1951, he served among 1,263 Greek soldiers and 21 nationalities, as part of the United Nations mission to protect South Korea from coming under North Korean rule in the Greek Expeditionary Forces. The Korean War was…

What to Expect When Looking For Love in Foreign Countries

Last updated on December 29th, 2022 at 06:14 pmSeeking love foreign abroad is an exciting prospect. It’s the kind of adventure that you find in romantic books and movies. It’s something that does actually happen in real life as well. If you want to experience your own love story in an exotic land, there are…

Catania, Sicily Square with cafe setting and blue skies.