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City Hall, Ho Chi Minh City by Marion Bunnik

The 5 Most Beautiful Places in Vietnam

One of the most popular countries to visit in Southeast Asia, Vietnam is brimming with culture and breathtaking natural beauty. From picturesque beaches to historic local villages and cosmopolitan cities, Vietnam has countless unmissable destinations.

Wandering Through Historic Coimbra, Portugal

Upon walking through Coimbra, Portugal, you will immediately be struck by its mediaeval architecture. As a former Portuguese capital, the city is still abundant with history and tradition. The most famous attraction is the Coimbra University, which is one of the oldest in the world and now a UNESCO World Heritage site in Portugal.
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13 Suitcase Packing Hacks

Packing isn’t an easy task. No matter what, you seem to end up with way more clothes than you’ll actually wear, and when you arrive at your destination, what was a neatly packed suitcase can be more of a disaster zone.
Aveiro, Portugal by Ricardo Resende on Unsplash

What To Know About Aveiro, Portugal

Portugal is home to some of the most beautiful coastlines, delicious cuisine and colourful architecture in Europe. The country’s cities all offer something different from eclectic Porto to vibrant Lisbon and all that’s in between, including the Venice-like city of Aveiro!
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Your Guide To Visiting Lake Bled, Slovenia

Looking at Lake Bled, Slovenia it feels like you are looking at a picture perfect postcard. With the bright emerald green water, the view of the snow-capped mountains in the background, and the historic church on the island in the middle of the lake, Lake Bled is truly a site worth visiting!
Madrid by Dennis Bunnik

How To Spend 24 Hours In Madrid, Spain

Not sure how to spend 24 hours in Madrid, Spain? Luckily, our team of Travel Specialists have created an itinerary of all the best things to do and see if you have just one day in Madrid on a tour of Spain! Read on to find out more.
Sejong-daero, Seoul by Mario Sánchez Prada/Flickr

Top 10 Reasons to Visit South Korea

Wondering why you should visit South Korea? Well, for one it’s an amazingly resilient country full of hard working people. In the space of 40 years, South Korea went from an impoverished third-world country, devastated by World War II and the Japanese occupation, to having one of the world’s strongest economies.
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The Island Of Santorini - A Taste Of Island Paradise

Santorini is the embodiment of a Grecian paradise. Formed by an enormous volcanic eruption, the island lies nestled within the Aegean Sea as a fragment of its former mainland.
Entrance to the principal tomb chamber in the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa by Dennis Bunnik

The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

The Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa may not be Egypt’s most well-known attraction, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth a visit! This fascinating architectural masterpiece is a blend of Egyptian, Roman and Greek cultures that provides great insight into the history of Alexandria.