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Vacation in Sopot – The Coastal Gem in Poland
Nestled along the stunning Baltic coast of Poland, Sopot emerges as a captivating destination that seamlessly blends historical elegance with modern allure. This picturesque seaside town has earned its reputation as the country’s premier resort destination, where travelers are treated to a harmonious fusion of breathtaking natural beauty, a rich cultural tapestry, and a vibrant…
The most beautiful Polish city: Gdańsk
Nestled along the picturesque Baltic Sea coastline, the historic city of Gdańsk beckons travelers with its captivating blend of rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architectural beauty. As you set foot on its cobblestone streets, you’re instantly transported back in time, where tales of maritime glory, Hanseatic trade, and resilient spirit have shaped the city’s…
Riga Bucket List – 10 Must-Do Experiences in Riga
Nestled along the banks of the Daugava River in Latvia, Riga stands as a captivating blend of rich history, architectural splendor, and vibrant cultural offerings. As the largest city in the Baltic States, Riga exudes an irresistible charm that beckons travelers to explore its cobblestone streets, picturesque squares, and enchanting neighborhoods. With its UNESCO-listed Old…
Tallinn Bucket List: Must-Do Experiences in Estonia’s Enchanting Capital
Tallinn, the captivating capital city of Estonia, is a place where medieval charm meets modern vibrancy. Nestled on the shores of the Baltic Sea, this enchanting city boasts a remarkably well-preserved Old Town, with its cobblestone streets, towering spires, and ancient walls, transporting visitors back in time. From exploring the narrow alleyways and historic buildings…
Vilnius: The Ultimate Bucket List for Exploring the Hidden Gems of Lithuania’s Capital
Welcome to Vilnius, the enchanting capital of Lithuania, where history meets vibrant culture, and charming cobblestone streets lead you on a journey through time. Vilnius is a hidden gem in Eastern Europe, offering visitors a delightful blend of old-world charm and modern vitality. Whether you’re a history buff, a lover of art and architecture, or…
The Esterházy Palace – Fertődi Esterházy-kastély
Hungary has a lot of amazing medieval castles and beautiful palaces. There are all together 103 castles in Hungary alone. Most of which are still open to tourists and visitors. Let’s review here one of the most famous: The Esterházy Palace.
Discover Tokaj – The home of Tokaji wine production
Discover Tokaj! Tokaj is a historical town in Hungary. It’s the centre of the Tokaj-Hegyalja wine region where the famous wine is produced.
Never rent a car at Klass Wagen in Budapest!
Recently we got the worst experience with a car rental company. Therefore we decided to share this case with all our readers, why never rent a car at Klass Wagen. In order that you can avoid them and the same mistakes we have done. Klass Wagen is located in some other countries as well, but…
Discover Debrecen, the capital of Eastern Hungary
To discover Debrecen keep reading. Debrecen is the second largest city and one of the most important cultural centers in all the country.
Eger, besides the wine
Eger, besides the wine, is a beautiful town. It is located close to Budapest and it is the capital one of Hungary’s famous wine regions.
Boldogkő vára – The castle of Boldogkő, Hungary
We had the chance to check the castle of Boldogkő on a winter day in December. It was very foggy, hence the views were a bit limited. But as the guide said at the entrance: in this condition for sure you cannot see it during summer!
What to do in Kőszeg, Hungary
Probably you have never heard about Kőszeg. Big mistake. In this article we will show you why you should visit and what to do in Kőszeg.
Kis-Balaton, the gem of the Balaton Uplands National Park
Kis-Balaton can be a great experience. It is a unique environment in Europe as a wetland in Balaton Uplands National Park.
On the route of the beautiful castles & palaces of Hungary
Hungary has a lot of amazing medieval castles and beautiful palaces. There are all together 103 castles in Hungary alone, most of which are still open to tourists and visitors. Let’s review here the most well-preserved palaces and the best castles of Hungary.
Our top 20 places in 2021 – how & to where we were able to travel during the second year of Covid-19…
pandemic. Travelling was not easy in the beginning of 2021 either. The question and even the opportunity to travel during a pandemic was kind of impossible for the majority. Most of the countries were still in complete lockdown. Borders were closed, therefore we also focused on in-land travelling and kept exploring beautiful Spain. Later, during…
Szentendre is the perfect city break
Szentendre is the perfect city break from the big city, an easy town where you can spend an adventure-filled day.
Tátika Castle – Zalaszántó
In this article, Tátika Castle – Zalaszántó, we would like to share with you a hidden medieval castle in the heart of Hungary, in Zalaszántó, the Tátika Castle – which is called in Hungarian: Tátika Fellegvár.
The 10 most romantic places on the earth
Looking for the perfect scenery? You are the right place, here we are listing you the 10 most romantic places on the earth.
Győr in one day – The Baroque Hungarian city
Everywhere you go in Győr in one day will remind you of that architectural style. You can take a stroll and admire the diverse buildings, monuments and historic houses of the old center.
The medieval castle of Visegrád
Maybe the most emblematic building of Visegrád which is commonly just referred as the medieval castle of Visegrád, and with this emphasising the cultural value of the respect-demanding complex peaking on the top of the Várhegy. About the medieval castle of Visegrád In every year, thousands of visitors goes to the medieval castle, the highest…
Visiting Hallstatt, the most romantic village of Austria
Visiting Hallstatt is always a good idea! Yes, it is, as depending on which part of the year we are travelling to the village, it shows us a different side. More vibrant colours during summer, with an emerald green shade on the lake, while in winter all the roofs are covered by snow. This time…
The fishermen lake of Bokod – The Hungarian Bora Bora
A floating village on water One of the hidden treasures of Hungary is the Fishermen Lake of Bokod (in Hungarian: Bokodi tó). It is located at the foot of Vértes, close to Oroszlány, on the shore of which the so-called floating village wonders half of the world. The shore of the artificial cooling lake of…
Bory Castle, Székesfehérvár – The symbol of eternal love
The Bory Castle – in Hungarian is called the Bory-vár – is a special group of buildings in the Old Valley of Székesfehérvár, in the Mária Valley, built and decorated by Jenő Bory (1879–1959), an architect, sculptor and painter from Székesfehérvár, Hungary. The history of Bory Castle in Székesfehérvár He built this place for decades,…
What to do in Veszprém – Much more than handball
If you wonder what to do in Veszprém, you have arrived at the right site. The first thing you need to know is that Veszprém is a handball capital. Indeed, Veszprém is a very important town for worldwide handball but is much more than handball. Probably, you have planned to visit the town as a…
Visit Tapolca, the authentic unspoiled Hungarian vibe
To visit Tapolca is a great idea since it is a cozy, welcoming, cheap and cute town. It is an unspoiled and beautiful place in Hungary. Just because of that nobody should miss it. In this article you will find what to expect of this town and how you can enjoy the nearby spots. A…
The castle of Sümeg – The Hungarian medieval icon
The castle of Sümeg is one of the most interesting fortresses in Hungary. Even though it is still under renovation it is open again for visitors. Some works are going on the inner building façades but it is possible to visit and enjoy the activities inside. Ready for visitors The Sümeg castle is a…
Szigligeti Vár – The Balaton Castle
Szigligeti Vár, the Balaton Castle, as many locals and tourists call it, is an impressive medieval fortress with awesome lake views. Actually, it is the only castle of its type visitable on the shore of Lake Balaton. Click here for more information about Lake Balaton and discover one of its most hidden secrets! The castle dates…
The Hungarian Queen of the Vallbona Abbey
About the Monastery of Santa Maria de Vallbona Vallbona Abbey, otherwise the Monastery of Santa Maria de Vallbona (Catalan: Santa Maria de Vallbona de les Monges; Spanish: El Real Monasterio de Santa María de Vallbona), is a Cistercian nunnery in Vallbona de les Monges, in the comarca of Urgell, Catalonia, Spain. Founded in the early 12th century, and built between then and the 14th century, it is one of…
Interview with “Magyar Vándor” – the Hungarian Wanderer from Barcelona
For Hungarian version click here. A magyar verziót itt éred el. BTO – Could you please give us a short introduction to “Magyar Vándor Barcelona”? MV – The visitors to Barcelona have the opportunity to discover the mysteries of the city and the narrow alleys not known to everyone with the Hungarian-language tours led by…
Interjú a Magyar Vándorral, Barcelónából
For the English version please click here. A Barcelonába látogatóknak lehetősége nyílik a “Magyar Vándor Barcelona” által vezetett magyar nyelvű túrákkal a város rejtélyeit felfedezni, a nem mindenki által ismert szűk sikátorokba betekinteni. Az élményt gazdagítják a város egyetlen idegenvezetői engedéllyel rendelkező magyar túravezető, Dani (aki immár 18 éve él a katalán fővárosban) szenvedéllyel teli…
Pogácsa – The Hungarian cheese biscuit
Pogácsa, the Hungarian cheese biscuit – or as it’s simply called: ‘pogi’ – is one of the most popular baked biscuits in Hungary and all around the Carpathian – Pannonian Basin. Every kitchen makes its own version, everyone learned a version of the recipe usually from their mothers or grandmothers, and then adjusted it further…
What to do in Bled – A European tour. Part VI.
This article is about the top 10 activities what to do in Bled, Slovenia, and nearby. It includes practical information, transports, and price updates for 2021. Bled is probably one of the easiest visits you can do in whole Europa. The town itself is not very interesting but its lake is one of the…
Villány, wines and cellars in South Hungary – A European tour. Part V.
To speak about visiting Villány and its wines and cellars is just a pleasure. I never had tasted a Villány wine before.
Pécs – A European tour. Part IV.
This article is about what to do in Pécs, a proper gem in South-West Hungary. Here you will find a bucket list of the top spots.
Keszthely – A European tour. Part III.
This article is about what to do in Keszthely, the main town on the western shore of Lake Balaton and the informal capital of the lake. Keszthely is a nice and cosy town, funny for tourist, liveable for locals and interesting for everyone because of its rich history, its culture and great life quality. …
Rakott krumpli – Hungarian layered potatoes
It’s such a simple, tasty, and feeling recipe that comes from the old times in Hungary when you needed to gain a lot of energy from your meal before going to the fields to work. And when you needed to cook with the simplest and cheapest ingredients that you could find at home. Yes, Rakott…
Tihany – A European tour. Part II.
Travel to Tihany means to reach at once the most beautiful and historically a very interesting and authentic part of Lake Balaton. Tihany is a small town located on a volcanic peninsula, on the northern shore of Lake Balaton. Its natural location is an excellent point to enjoy the most beautiful views of the lake.…
Our top 20 places in 2020 – how & to where we were able to travel during the year of Covid-19…
2020 was not the year of traveling. Neither for us. We, who usually take every occasion to travel, whose everyday life looks like continuously checking options, calendars, travel deals, flight schedules, we also found ourselves in a new reality. The old days were gone, when ever we had free time, we just went to explore,…
8 amazing non-capital cities to visit in Europe
Have you already visited all the big capital cities in Europe?! This is great! But let’s not forget that capitals are usually multinational melting points, and regardless of the amazing sightseeing spots, you can face many catchy tricks, standardized offers, a crowd of tourists, and less authenticity. As they say, to understand the real sense…
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