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Viewpoint in Roman Forum of Colosseum.

Beautiful Ancient Sites in Rome That You Can’t Miss

Posted by By Krista 6 February 2025
If you want to visit some of the most beautiful ancient sites in Rome, this guide is the one to follow.
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Trevi Fountain things to do in Rome in 3 days.

The Best Things to Do in Rome in 3 Days: How to Plan Your First Trip to Rome

Posted by By Krista 1 February 2025
Spending 3 days in Rome? Here are some of the top things to do in the city if it's your first trip to the Italian capital.
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Inner courtyard of Sforza Castle at sunset.

9 Beautiful Free Historic Sites in Milan to Visit

Posted by By Krista 2 January 2021
Milan is known for being an expensive Italian city to visit, but it still has a number of incredible free points of interest to see.
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How to Spend the Best 4 Days in Milan

Posted by By Krista 19 December 2019
Visiting Milan for 4 days doesn't have to be expensive. There are lots of budget friendly things to do in the city as well as great places to eat.
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Ancient Greek ruins in town in Italy.

Why the Cilento Coast Is Italy’s Best Hidden Gem

Posted by By Krista 15 April 2019
Why go to Amalfi when you've got the much less touristy Cilento Coast? Beaches, historic sites, and hiking trails are all at your fingertips here.
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Oh hey there, Norway 👋🏼 It’s been seven y Oh hey there, Norway 👋🏼

It’s been seven years since I was last in Oslo, so it’s great to be back! 🤩

What type of content do you want to see first from our trip to Oslo? 🇳🇴
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Looking for hidden gems in Bulgaria? 🇧🇬 I t Looking for hidden gems in Bulgaria? 🇧🇬

I took a little break from seeing historic landmarks to explore the nature side of Bulgaria. This is Krushuna Falls, which is accessible by a walking trail. The area is surrounded by forests and other waterfalls too, so there’s plenty to see here! 💦

There’s a small entry fee to access the trails, and it needs to be paid in cash 💰

Would you visit this waterfall in Bulgaria? 👀
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If you haven’t visited Bulgaria yet, this is you If you haven’t visited Bulgaria yet, this is your sign to book that flight! 🇧🇬

Beyond the cities of Sofia and Plovdiv are beautiful landscapes, huge monuments, quaint villages, and historic landmarks that are just waiting to be explored 🤩

The best way to do this is by renting a vehicle, so you don’t need to rely on public transportation 🚘
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If you’re planning a road trip around Bulgaria, If you’re planning a road trip around Bulgaria, make sure you explore the central part of the country too! 🇧🇬

One of the most unique places to stay in Bulgaria is @karashkahouse which is located in the rural town of Selishte 🛌

This traditional house has recently been fully restored and the mountain views are incredible 🫶🏼

Would you like to stay somewhere like this during your travels? 🚗
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Have you considered visiting Bulgaria before? 🇧 Have you considered visiting Bulgaria before? 🇧🇬

If you’re already in Albania, you can take a @flixbus via Skopje to get to Sofia - and the price is very cheap too! 

There are a lot of places to visit in Bulgaria outside of Sofia too, such as the Shipka Monument 🫶🏼
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