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Museum building in Tirana with mural on the front.

2 Days in Tirana: A Full Guide to the City

Posted by By Krista 30 June 2023
Spending 2 days in Tirana is the right amount of time to see its main attractions and eat some delicious food.
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Best Things to Do in Sofia: A Full Travellers Guide

Posted by By Krista 22 November 2021
A complete guide for the best things to do in Sofia, where to eat, and where to stay in the city centre.
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Large Roman Amphitheatre in Plovdiv.

The Best Things to Do in Plovdiv: A Complete Guide

Posted by By Krista 13 November 2021
Wondering what the best things to do in Plovdiv are? Check out my complete guide to this incredible Bulgarian city.
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Medieval monastery places in central Bulgaria.

The Most Unique Places in Central Bulgaria

Posted by By Krista 5 November 2021
There are plenty of unique places in central Bulgaria to choose from - here are my top picks from my recent trip.
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Blue painted traditional Bulgarian house in open air museum.

Central Balkan National Park: Most Beautiful Places to Explore Nearby

Posted by By Krista 28 October 2021
Thinking of heading to Bulgaria? Why not skip the big cities and head into the heart of the country instead!
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There are a lot of things to see and do in Porto! There are a lot of things to see and do in Porto! 😎 If you’re short on time and want to see a big portion of the main attractions in under 2 hours, I’d recommend joining an open-top bus tour with @citysightseeingworldwide 🎟️ The red line will take you through the old town, along the coast, past some hidden gems, and finish with a drive near the famous Ribeira District 🚌 Have you been on a bus tour in Porto before? 🇵🇹 • • • • • • • • • • #citysightseeing #porto #visitporto #kristatheexplorer #portoportugal
One of the most important aspects of planning a tr One of the most important aspects of planning a trip to Porto is figuring out where to stay 🇵🇹 During our four nights in Porto, we stayed at @moovapartments Boavista - a new apartment concept located along one of the main streets in the city (10 minutes from the old town and 20 minutes from the airport) ✈️ All of their apartments are designed to be modern and minimalist, with plenty of space throughout. They’re perfect for both short and long stays thanks to the kitchen/dining room that lets you prepare your meals as if you were at home (and you save money too) and a very large, comfortable bed 🛌 Our apartment even had a balcony overlooking the street below, as well as bathroom amentities. Guests have the option of booking a breakfast box for convenience, which I’d recommend doing if you have a busy schedule 🥐 On top of this, Moov Apartments Boavista offer private parking, a secure check-in system, a rooftop terrace next to a comfortable work space, and they have a strong focus on sustainable practices 🍃 Do you like to stay in apartments if you’re travelling for more than a couple of days? 🤔 • • • • • • • • • • #moovapartments #visitporto #kristatheexplorer #portugaltrip #portoportugal
Who can name this city in Portugal? 🤔 That’s righ Who can name this city in Portugal? 🤔 That’s right - it’s Porto! 🤩 Stay tuned for food tips, unique spots, where to stay in Porto, and lots more travel tips over the next couple of weeks! 🇵🇹 • • • • • • • • • • #porto #portoportugal #portugaltravel #kristatheexplorer #visitporto
Walking into 2026 like 😎 Can you guess the first Walking into 2026 like 😎 Can you guess the first destination in Europe I’ll be travelling to? 🤔 Hint: It’s near Spain 😉 • • • • • • • • • • #toledo #spain #spaintravel #kristatheexplorer #toledoespaña
Next year, skip Madrid and Barcelona and come to T Next year, skip Madrid and Barcelona and come to Toledo for Christmas! 🎄 They have an intimate Christmas market located behind the cathedral, and plenty of other stalls and decorations around the old town too 🤩 Where are you spending Christmas this year? 🇪🇸 • • • • • • • • • • #toledo #christmasinspain #toledospain #spaintravel #kristatheexplorer
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