The Republic of Moldova is situated in southeastern Europe bordered by Ukraine to the north, east and south and Romania to the west. Chisinau, the capital, is 286 miles (about a six and a half-hour drive) from Bucharest and 111 miles (a three-hour drive) from Odessa, Ukraine. This land-locked country started as a feudal state in 1359 and was a prosperous country during the … [Read more...]
5 Things to Do in Lviv
Where is Lviv? Lviv is the most European city in Ukraine with an old town that’s on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is 203 miles from Krakow, 336 miles from Warsaw and only 45 miles from the border with Poland. It is closer to the Polish capital than the Ukrainian capital, Kiev. Lviv is the cultural hub and educational center of Ukraine. Founded by Prince Danylo of … [Read more...]
3 Least Visited European Cities You Need to Visit
Chisanau, Moldova Minsk, Chisinau or Tiraspol might not sound as alluring as Paris, Venice or Edinburgh, but those who have visited would argue that visiting these European cities are just as rewarding to visit. They won’t knock your socks off. However, the absence of mass tourism allows you to have a genuine travel experience, see real local culture and avoid a manufactured … [Read more...]
5 Things to Do in Bucharest
Steeped in history with a vibrant nightlife scene, top-quality beer, and sublime local food, Romania’s capital, Bucharest is a feast for all the senses. As a tourist destination, Bucharest is getting better and better. Bucharest is a three-hour flight from London, two hours from Frankfurt and a mere one hour flight from Sofia. Currently, there are no direct flights … [Read more...]
5 Reasons to Visit Amsterdam
With its hip neighborhoods, World Heritage-listed canals, innovative places to stay, world-class museums with thousands of masterworks, and 800,000 bicycles, Amsterdam is showing the world that it’s more than the grubby red-light district and notorious coffee shops. Amsterdam is one of the most exciting cities in Europe to visit. Here are five reasons to visit Amsterdam … [Read more...]
10 Staycation Ideas for Busy Families
Photo credit: Pixabay Life flies by for most families. Work and family responsibilities can push us into a whirlwind of activities, leaving us with little time to stop and smell the roses. This summer, don't just go for a vacation because everyone is doing it. Opt for a staycation, spend more time relaxing and enjoy time with the family. Here are 10 staycation ideas that … [Read more...]
Top 5 Kid-Friendly Places to Visit This Summer
Photo credit: Pixabay Are you making your family vacation a priority? According to an article on parents.com, Family Vacations Have Long-Lasting Impact on Kids’ Happiness, 49 percent of those surveyed said that childhood family vacations were the happiest memory they had. And a quarter of them said they used such memories to help them through tough times. It’s … [Read more...]