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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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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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Unique Activities in Jerusalem You Need to Try

Posted by By Krista 8 January 2023
There are a lot of things to do in Jerusalem, but these activities are sure to liven up any itinerary.
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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
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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 😮‍💨🇦🇱
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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? 🥰
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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
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What’s your favourite place to visit in Seville? What’s your favourite place to visit in Seville? 🇪🇸

For many people the answer is Plaza de España, which you may recognized from various movies and TV shows. But there’s a lot more to see in this historic Spanish city 😉

Remember to keep the heat in mind when you visit 🥵
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