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Ultimate Guide to the Best Things to Do in Estepona

Posted by By Krista 11 March 2023
Here's a look at the best things to do in Estepona as well as where to eat and stay in the old town.
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The Best Day Trips From Estepona You Shouldn’t Miss

Posted by By Krista 10 March 2023
These unique places to visit near Estepona can easily fit into any road trip itinerary.
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The Most Beautiful Coastal Towns Near Malaga to Drive To

Posted by By Krista 5 March 2023
Thinking of taking a drive along the Costa del Sol? Here are some of the top destinations to visit.
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Ultimate Guide to the Best Things to Do in Alhaurin de la Torre, Malaga

Posted by By Krista 11 February 2023
Here are some of the best things to do in Alhaurin de la Torre during a day trip.
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Everything You Need to Know about the Unique Roman Ruins of Acinipo

Posted by By Krista 6 August 2022
The Roman ruins of Acinipo are a must-visit for anyone travelling near Ronda or looking for a day trip from Malaga.
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Gjirokaster is also known as the “city of stone” or the “city of a thousand steps”. Once you arrive in this historic city you’ll immediately notice the beautiful Ottoman-era houses and narrow streets carved from stone 🪨 It may not be a large old town but there are a lot of things to do in Gjirokaster during a day trip. There are also numerous historical and archaeological sites nearby that are worth driving to such as Antigonea and Hadrianopolis 🇦🇱 • • • • • • • • • • #gjirokaster #albania #albaniatrip #albaniatourism #albaniatrip #historicplaces #travelblogger #kristatheexplorer #traveltips #historyblogger #gjirokasteralbania #albanianhistory #hiddengems
Albania is becoming more and more popular thanks t Albania is becoming more and more popular thanks to its beautiful coastline, but there are a lot of places to visit in Albania beyond the coast that are worth seeing too 🚗 If you’re planning a trip to Albania, make sure you visit places like ⬇️ Berat Tirana Gjirokaster Osumi Canyon Apollonia Butrint Llogara National Park The Blue Eye Byllis Archaeological Park Vlore • • • • • • • • • • #albania #visitalbania #albaniatrip #albaniatravel #travelblogger #kristatheexplorer #traveltips #historicplaces #albaniatourism #albanianature #albaniafood #vloraalbania #balkans
Visiting Apollonia will make you feel like you’r Visiting Apollonia will make you feel like you’re in Greece since these ancient ruins in Albania were once a Greek colony 🤪 At its peak in the 4th century it was an important trade and economic centre – even the Roman emperor Augustus studied here 📚 This archaeological site in Albania should take approximately 90 minutes to walk around. Once you’re done you can take a look at the Archaeological Museum as well as the impressive monastery 😮‍💨🇦🇱 • • • • • • • • • • #albania #apollonia #albaniatrip #albaniatravel #visitalbania #traveltips #travelblogger #kristatheexplorer #historyblogger #historicplaces #ancientgreece #archaeology #ancienthistory
Albania is quickly becoming a popular tourist dest Albania is quickly becoming a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful beaches and cheap overall prices 🇦🇱 But there’s a lot more to the country than its beaches! If you’re planning a trip to Albania, I’d highly recommend renting a vehicle so you can explore the countryside - because there are plenty of unique archaeological sites and historic landmarks off the beaten path to discover! 👀 Have you made it to Albania yet? 🥰 • • • • • • • • • • #albania #albaniatourism #visitalbania #albaniatrip #albaniatravel #kristatheexplorer #travel #travelblogger #prettyviews #albanianature
If you’re planning your first trip to Sevilla, h If you’re planning your first trip to Sevilla, here are 5 must-see attractions to add to your itinerary ⬇️ Plaza de España Real Alcazar de Sevilla Catedral de Sevilla La Giralda Torre del Oro • • • • • • • • • • #sevilla #visitseville #sevillespain #torredeloro #sevillagram #travelblogger #kristatheexplorer #traveltips #historicplaces #visitspain #spaintravel #sevillacentro #andalucia
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