If you are travelling to Albania, or just thinking about it, check out our other posts about Albania:7 Days in Albania, our guide to an essential trip in Albania.Insider guide of Tirana, with walking tours & the best local recommendations by Anida.10 Albanian dishes you really have to taste2 days…
For centuries, Bukhara was one of the main cultural and religious hubs of Central Asia. It also had a bustling trade activity due to its location by an oasis in the Silk Roads. Samarkand is probably more famous in the West, but Bukhara's historical importance is even greater.Bukhara does not…
Samarkand is a legendary city, its name the most evocative in Uzbekistan and all Central Asia. Nowadays, Samarkand (Uzbek: Samarqand) is the second most populous city in Uzbekistan and a must in any trip in the country. Actually, only a few large monuments survive of its old city, but what…
When we told people we were travelling to Uzbekistan, not few didn't quite understand what we were saying - "what's there to see?" was a typical question and the more prejudiced "wow! a stan?" ("-stan" is a suffix that means land, just like we say "England" or "Finland"). To be…
León is undoubtedly one of the most interesting towns to visit in Spain, because of its historical architecture, its cuisine and atmosphere (great for tapas lovers). Surprisingly, León is not such a popular destination. Few foreigners have ever heard of this historical city, and even less know its wonders. León…
Before starting with Tirana...if you are planning a trip in Albania, check out our other posts about Albania:7 Days in Albania, our guide to an essential trip in Albania.10 Albanian dishes you really have to taste2 days in Korçë, the best Christmas destination in AlbaniaAlbanian riviera - best beaches &…
Uxmal is one of the most impressive Maya archaeological sites in the Yucatan peninsula. It was probably our favourite ancient city in Mexico, along with Monte Albán - we certainly loved it more than super-famous Chichén Itzá, and it was quite a different experience, far from the crowds. It was…
Monte Albán is one of the most interesting archaeological sites in Mexico and certainly a place you can't miss if you visit Oaxaca. Monte Albán is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, along with the old city of Oaxaca. It is, by itself, a good enough reason to go to…
Oaxaca de Juárez (or simply Oaxaca) is the capital city of the State of Oaxaca. Oaxaca preserves one of the most beautiful historical city centres of Mexico and is famous all over the country for its excellent cuisine and mezcal.Oaxaca lies by Sierra Madre del Sur, one of the main mountain…
The famous old city of Barcelona is not as mediaeval as it looks - a lot of its gothic was carefully fabricated.
When talking of Spanish food, there is a recurrent theme: jamón. The best ham and pork charcuterie in the world, the Iberian meat caviar if you wish, is really an ultimate gourmet experience.But not all Spanish ham is ibérico, and even within ibérico there are many different qualities of ham…
In this post, we will tell you about the most popular trip for Albanians during winter, especially Christmas: Korçë, a city with a bustling cultural scene, urban traditional live music and great food. We also propose you a short trip in the surrounding area on lonely roads and a rich…
Ribera del Duero is one of the most renowned wine regions in Spain, but there is a lot more to it. Discover wineries, great food, beautiful castles and picturesque villages in this post!
Georgia is home to a rich cultural heritage and amazing landscapes. Its well-preserved mediaeval monasteries remind us that Georgia was, and still is, at the frontier of Christianity.
Laguardia is not only one of the most beautiful small villages in Spain, with an untouched mediaeval heart. It also hosts a unique oenological heritage.
