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View of the ruins of Masada in Israel.

5 Days in Israel: How to Make the Most of Your Trip

Posted by By Krista 14 January 2023
Here's a look at how to spend 5 fantastic days exploring Jerusalem and the Dead Sea.
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View of the Dead Sea with salt rock formations.

How to Spend 2 Days at the Dead Sea for First Time Visitors

Posted by By Krista 13 January 2023
One day isn't enough, but 2 days at the Dead Sea in Israel is the perfect amount of time for a relaxing visit.
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Paper held up in front of Western Wall.

How to Spend the Best 3 Days in Jerusalem

Posted by By Krista 12 January 2023
Here's how you can spend 3 fantastic days in Jerusalem discovering the new and old city.
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Steps leading up to Rock of the Rock free things to do in Jerusalem.

8 Fantastic Free Things to Do in Jerusalem

Posted by By Krista 10 January 2023
It's not difficult to visit Jerusalem on a budget with so many great free things to do in the city.
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View of the Dome of the Rock from hospice roof.

7 Beautiful Views in Jerusalem You Need to See

Posted by By Krista 9 January 2023
These viewpoints in Jerusalem will give you plenty of different angles to see this historic city from.
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Hi, my name is Krista. I love travelling to historic destinations and eating local dishes along the way. I hope you follow along with my travels!

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Did you know you can stay at the foot of an UNESCO Did you know you can stay at the foot of an UNESCO World Heritage Site in the heart of Andalusia? 🤯

@casalopinto is a beautiful rural retreat in southern Spain, located under an hour away from Malaga’s city centre 🚘

It’s also positioned at the base of El Torcal de Antequera, which is known for its unusal limestone rock formations, and it’s within easy driving distance from world-famous attractions and cities like Granada, Seville, and Ronda 😎

The house itself features three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and can sleep up to 6 people, making it ideal for group trips! There’s also a charming living room and kitchen, an upstairs balcony with El Torcal views, and a fantastic pool area complete with an outdoor BBQ and a table tennis table 🏊🏼‍♀️

Casa Lo Pinto is the perfect escape from the Costa del Sol, and it’s also a very quiet place to work from for digital nomads who want to explore Antequera 💻

Would you like to stay in a traditional Andalusian rural house like this? 🇪🇸
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Not sure what day trip from Malaga to go on? Anteq Not sure what day trip from Malaga to go on? Antequera is a great option! 🇪🇸

It’s located less than an hour from Malaga, and although it’s a relatively small city there are some great historic landmarks to visit, like the alcazaba 🏰

The area is also home to El Torcal for those of you who like hiking, so it may be worth spending a weekend in Antequera to explore it in more depth 😍

Have you heard of or been to Antequera in southern Spain before? 👀
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York is worth more than just a day trip! 😮‍💨

The city was founded by the Romans in 71 AD and it was later controlled by Danish Vikings ⚔️

It’s a fascinating city to walk around, and most of the main attractions are accessible by foot 😍

Make sure you visit the street that inspired Diagon Alley - The Shambles! 🧙🏼

Have you been to York yet? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
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One of my favourite places to visit in England is One of my favourite places to visit in England is York 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

It’s a beautiful historic city to explore on foot, with plenty of hidden gems and stunning buildings to admire 👀

But where should you stay in York? 🤔

We spent a perfect evening at @themilner which is ideally located next to the train station. This 4-star hotel is situated inside a huge Victorian-era building, with elegant and modern rooms mixed in with charming lounge areas. Our double room even had a view of York Minster in the distance! 🔔

If you’re not sure where to eat in York, the hotel’s restaurant, Peachey’s Bar & Grill, is a great option with plenty of dishes to choose from. I’d also recommend adding their buffet breakfast to your booking so you can start the day off with a full stomach before heading out into York’s old town 🍽️

Have you stayed at this hotel in York before? 🛌
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If you have time while driving around Andalusia, m If you have time while driving around Andalusia, make sure you add the city of Almeria to your travel plans! 💃🏼

It’s very budget friendly, with some unique attractions as well as a more laid back atmosphere than other cities in southern Spain 🇪🇸

Plus, you’re only a short drive away from some incredible virgin beaches and nature spots too! 🤩

Would you like to visit Almeria? 🫶🏼
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