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The Best European Christmas Markets to Explore in 2025

Posted by By Krista 7 October 2025
Some of the best European Christmas markets might not be where you'd expect. Which ones would make your list?
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Small stone house used as bath house.

10 Unusual Things to Do in Edinburgh’s Old Town

Posted by By Krista 21 May 2025
There are plenty of unusual things to do in Edinburgh to keep you busy for a few days.
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How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Edinburgh

Posted by By Krista 15 May 2025
If you're wondering how to spend a weekend in Edinburgh, here are a few ideas to get you started.
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A Guide to the Best Things to Do in Dundee: A Beautiful Underrated City in Scotland

Posted by By Krista 28 January 2025
This guide covers the best things to do in Dundee as well as where to stay and eat in the city.
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Small village square in town in Perthshire.

The Best Things to Do in Perthshire, Scotland Year Round

Posted by By Krista 2 October 2024
Perthshire is a beautiful part of central Scotland to explore, and there are some fantastic attractions to see here.
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There are many fantastic things to do in Torremoli There are many fantastic things to do in Torremolinos since it’s a very tourist-oriented town along the Costa del Sol ☀️

Despite its reputation as a sunseeker destination and party town, there is plenty of history to uncover here and quite a lot of unique things to do in Torremolinos apart from visiting the beaches ⬇️

Explore the old town
Breakfast at @elvira.torremolinos 
Walk along the promenade
Parque de la Bateria
Casa de los Navajas
Grab a cocktail at @edenbeach.club 
Jardin Botanico Molino de Inca
Go on a hike
Dinner at @acasanostra_pizzeria 

Do you have plans to visit Torremolinos in southern Spain this year? 🇪🇸
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Milan isn’t known for being a cheap city in Italy, Milan isn’t known for being a cheap city in Italy, but that doesn’t mean you can’t visit the city on a budget 🍕

Here are some budget-friendly places to eat in Milan ⬇️

@spun_tiramisu 
@ilmercatocentralemilano 
@miscusi.family 
@spontini_pizza 
@orsonerocoffee 
@mascherpatiramisu 

Do you have any Milan food recommendations? 🇮🇹
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Castello Sforzesco is a breathtaking free historic Castello Sforzesco is a breathtaking free historic site in Milan to explore 🏰

This castle was once home to the prominent Sforza family, and was originally constructed in the 14th century 🧱

Parts of the defence were even designed by da Vinci 🧑🏼‍🎨

Behind the castle you can find Parco Sempione, which is beautiful to walk around. This is where you’ll find the Olympic flame too, if you’re visiting Milan now 🔥

Have you been to this castle in Italy? 🇮🇹
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Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio is by far one of my favo Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio is by far one of my favourite free historic sites in Milan to visit 🤩

It’s the perfect alternative if you aren’t planning on going inside of the Duomo 🔔

The basilica was built in the 4th century by St Ambrose, and is one of the oldest churches in Milan 🧱

Both the courtyard and the interior of the basilica are open to the public, and it’s a beautiful spot to take photos near sunset too when there are less people around 📸

Have you heard of this landmark in Milan before? 🇮🇹
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A lot of people choose not to visit Milan because A lot of people choose not to visit Milan because there’s “not much to see”, but that couldn’t be further from the truth 😉

This was our second trip to the city, and during our one day in Milan we were able to see key attractions such as ⬇️

The Duomo 
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio
Castello Sforzesco
Arco della Pace

We stopped at @spun_tiramisu for tiramisu, ate pizza at @spontini_pizza , and had freshly made pasta from @miscusi.family 🍝

And don’t forget, Milan is also home to one of the most unique spas in Italy - QC Termemilano 🧖🏼‍♀️

If you’re planning to walk around Milan, make sure you have good footwear. Since we visited Milan in the winter, we chose our stylish Gortex boots from @pomarshoes to keep us warm 🥾

How many days would you recommend visiting Milan for? 🇮🇹
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