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View of Zurich old town from above.

How to Spend 2 Days in Zurich for First Time Visitors

Posted by By Krista 15 December 2022
Spending 2 days in Zurich is a great way to get a feel for this historic city and taste some of its incredible food.
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Covered bridge over river during 24 hours in Lucerne.

How to Spend the Best 24 Hours in Lucerne, Switzerland

Posted by By Krista 5 December 2022
Here's a list of the best places to visit in Lucerne if you're only spending a day in the city.
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View of church in Thun from castle tower.

The Best Things to Do in Thun: A Beautiful Hidden Gem in Switzerland

Posted by By Krista 4 December 2022
Thun is a beautiful medieval town near Bern to plan a day trip to, with an impressive castle that's a must-see in Switzerland.
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View of village in valley with waterfall.

Beautiful Scenic Drives Near Zurich With a Camper Van

Posted by By Krista 1 December 2022
Here are some unique driving routes near Zurich that you can take with a camper van.
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View of rooftops in Bern's old town, best photo spots in Bern.

The Most Beautiful Photo Spots in Bern

Posted by By Krista 26 November 2022
There are a lot of beautiful places in Bern to discover. Here are the top places to take photos in the Swiss capital.
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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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