Amazing Restaurants to Eat in Marrakesh Introduction Eating in Marrakech is an act of constant exploration. On every corner of the medina, street vendors stuffing semen flatbreads with onions and spices, cafes perched high above the street serving mint tea to stunning sunsets, and rambling historic residences transformed into the city’s finest restaurants. Even as...Read More
Bilbao Less Than 48 Hours Introduction In less than 20 years, Bilbao has transformed from a nondescript industrial town into one of Spain’s most incredible destinations. Often described as “gritty” and “authentic,” this northern port is more than just a big-nosed character actor to Madrid or Barcelona’s glamorous Õlm star. Until the late 1990s, Bilbao...Read More
Best Stylish Boutique Hotels in Istanbul Introduction The Turkish city formerly known as Byzantium and Constantinople has a funky modern personality, evidenced by hip bars, restaurants, and cool neighborhoods such as Karaköy and Galata. 19th-century Ottoman mansions and old guest houses have recently re-emerged as boutique hotels for history-hungry visitors. Trendy or old-school, they flaunt...Read More
Madrid Less Than 48 Hours Introduction Its northern neighbor, Barcelona, often overshadows Madrid. There seems little reason for this, though—with delicious food, affordable living, and deluxe shopping, the capital of Spain deserves its spotlight of fame! Discover what many locals already know and love about their city—plentiful rooftop bars, nonstop nightclubs, fantastic museum exhibitions, and...Read More
Marrakech Less Than 48 Hours Challenge Introduction Marrakech Less Than 48 Hours: Marrakesh is a city that sums up all of Morocco‘s exotic North African charm. The city’s name provided the root for the country’s name, spelling out this town’s importance through the ages. Within the hustle of the medina, you’ll find the city’s main...Read More
Best Hotels in Rome Introduction One of Rome’s buzziest street artists once told me the city is “like a lasagna.” The endearing comparison evokes the layers of history beneath the Eternal City’s cobblestones and the contrast between its béchamel-smooth la dolce vita elan and rough ragù-like character. In other words, it’s full of flavor. Savour...Read More
Casablanca Less Than 48 Hours Challenge Introduction For many visitors, Casablanca is simply the international gateway into Morocco. Although it can’t offer the atmosphere and medieval history of more famous tourist destinations like Marrakesh and Fez, the country’s largest city is worth more than a layover. Here’s how we recommend spending 48 hours in the...Read More
Venice With Kids Introduction It is not hard to entertain kids in Venice, a pedestrian-friendly city with winding canals, multi-hued architecture, curved walking bridges, and church domes. Everything feels enchanted and a bit topsy-turvy, where the streets are water, cars are traded for boats, and high tide washes over the squares. This eccentric city will...Read More
Most Famous Movies Filmed in Greece Introductions Preparing for your trip to Greece can include seeing a movie or two filmed in Greece or the Greek islands. The white sand beaches, blue skies, and ancient villages will inspire you. Some of the films took bits and pieces of Greek islands and villages and combined them...Read More
Athens Less Than 48 Hours Challenge Introduction Spend 48 hours in Athens, and you can experience some truly fascinating history, ancient architecture and archaeology, spectacular views, and magical, scented pine woods. Or you can dine out in style, shop for the latest contemporary design, see cutting-edge art exhibits, and dance the night away at a...Read More
Venice Cultural Events and Festivals Introduction Venice is a visually stunning city, but it also has a rich cultural calendar, with festivals, concerts, and special religious observations nearly year-round. While the pre-lenten festival of Carnevale is Venice’s most famous annual event, every month sees something going on in the Lagoon City. Below is a month-to-month...Read More
Venice Less Than 48 Hours Challenge Introduction Does Venice need an introduction? Those iconic gondolas, the canals, and the picturesque, narrow streets define one of the most famous places in the world. Forget about traffic and the stresses of modern life and lose yourself (for a weekend at least) in La Serenissima. Although the buildings...Read More
Rome Travel Guide Introduction Rome (Map) is one of the most-visited cities in the world, with 20 million visitors per year. The city is a popular tourist destination, a vibrant mélange of historical ruins and modern architecture. With Eat, Pray, Love has added to the general quaint charm of Rome, walking the cobbled streets and...Read More
Ferries from Italy to Greece 2024 Introduction Ferries from Italy to Greece—Taking the ferry from Italy to Greece is one of the most popular ways to travel from one country to the other. Passengers traveling from central and northern Europe to Italy by car and then crossing to Greece by ferry prefer the trip yearly....Read More
