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Great Small Ship Cruises Around the World

Posted 6th April, 2023
By Alex Kallimanis
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An advantage of small ship cruises over large ships, is a more intimate setting. The focus is on gorgeous destinations, carefully curated excursions, locally sourced dining and your surrounding company. It’s a far different experience compared to mega ships with casinos, waterslides and thousands of people on board. That can be fun for travelers, but it’s not for ideal for everyone, including popular destinations and the environment. These are some of the best small ship cruises spanning European river cruises to the Alaska fjords!

Part of the glacier falling into the sea and creating a large splash
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7 Great Islands for Culture and Natural Beauty

Posted 20th February, 2023
By Alex Kallimanis
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The world offers a wealth of great islands. This diverse list for 2023 covers a wide variety of destinations that are great for experiencing culture and nature. It’s hard to find better countries for fantastic cuisine compared to Greece, Italy, Japan and Malaysia. Australia, which has been influenced by these nations to varying degrees, has some of the world’s finest markets and a diverse culinary scene. From the shores of East Africa to Southeast Alaska, a wonderland of culture, wildlife and tranquil resorts ideal for adventurous couples getaways await visitors.

The Venetian Fortress and Bridge in Andros Chora, with a clear blue sky
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Romantic Balkans Towns for Couples Trips

Posted 23rd January, 2023
By Alex Kallimanis
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Last updated on March 10th, 2023 at 09:59 pmThe Balkan nations offer idyllic slices of historic European beauty. Pristine coastlines, rugged mountains, medieval towns, delicious cuisine and hospitable locals highlight the region. It’s also generally a less expensive area compared to most of western and northern Europe. Dubrovnik, Kotor, Budva and Mostar are some of…

Alex waving atop the Kriva Cuprija bridge in Mostar, Bosnia Herzegovina
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Baden bei Wien: Austria’s Great Spa Town of Europe

Posted 6th September, 2022
By Alex Kallimanis
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Last updated on April 4th, 2023 at 03:40 pmVienna consistently ranks as one of the world’s most livable cities, and there are an abundance of great reasons for that. Located just 15 miles (24km) southwest from Austria’s capital is the charming spa town of Baden bei Wien, which translates to “Bathing Near Vienna.” It’s Austria’s…

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Historic Thermal Towns: A Cultural Route of the Council of Europe

Posted 1st August, 2022
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Last updated on March 10th, 2023 at 10:25 pmThere is nothing like stepping into a bath to soak away the stresses of the week. Thermal baths are no exception, with added benefits to our health and well-being. The European Historic Thermal Towns Association (EHTTA) plays an important role in growing this tradition thanks to fantastic…

Photo overlooking people swimming in the Gellert Spa indoor thermal pool in Budapest, Hungary.
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