An old communist TV tower in Prague – the Zizkov TV tower – which was voted the world’s second ugliest building, has been transformed into a (self-proclaimed) six star one-room hotel with dramatic views. At 216 metres tall, Tower Park...[...]
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May 13th, 2013 - 3:02 pm § in Destinations, Hotels Reviews and Deals
World’s second ugliest building turned into luxury hotel
April 1st, 2013 - 1:49 pm § in Belgium travel blogs, Destinations, Iceland travel blogs, Spain travel blogs, Turkey travel blogs
The 10 Best Cities for a European Layover
Long flights with even longer layovers may seem less than ideal when you are eager to kick-start your vacation but your stopover doesn’t have to be boring. Whether your layover is a quick break or an entire 24 hours, venturing outside the airport in one of these ten European multi-faceted citie[...]
January 31st, 2013 - 4:25 am § in Asia Travel Blogs, Destinations, India travel blogs, Mexico travel blogs, Turkey travel blogs
5 of the strangest tourist attractions in the world
If laying on a beach isn’t your thing and you’re not one for adrenaline-filled action but are looking for something a bit more unusual than the museums or standard tourist attractions, then this is for you. Hidden amongst some of the World&...[...]
January 29th, 2013 - 9:57 am § in Destinations, France travel blogs, Hotels Reviews and Deals, Italy travel blogs, Spain travel blogs, Travel Events
Top 10 places in Europe to take your loved one this Valentine’s
With Valentine’s Day not far away now, how do you plan to celebrate? Whether you’re looking for a romantic retreat among the snowy mountains that surround St. Moritz or a stay in a prime location on St. Mark’s Square in Venice, we thi...[...]
December 18th, 2012 - 11:35 am § in Destinations, Journals
Good Czech Fun: Prague’s Best Microbreweries
Urban Insider Annie Fitzsimmons gives us the goods on the best microbreweries and pubs in Prague.[...]
November 15th, 2012 - 10:03 am § in Destinations
Pub Crawling Beyond Pilsner in Prague
Thankfully, gone are the days when only the biggest beer brands held their sway among Prague’s populace. A recent trend has seen a seemingly bottomless thirst for smaller brands from across the country, and there are now numerous pubs dotted around the Old Town where visitors can get a taste of[...]
October 12th, 2012 - 1:00 am § in Destinations
Discover the fairytale-like UNESCO town of Cesky Krumlov
Visit Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic and go baroque with a complete historic theatre, genuine castle, stunning views, and gardens. Then, enjoy festivals and galleries, all set on a lake and a river. And toss in some good dining in the heritage a...[...]
September 27th, 2012 - 9:53 am § in Destinations, Hungary travel blogs, Poland travel blogs, Travel Events
The best Christmas markets in Europe
With the weather getting cooler there seems little to look forward to in the winter months. However, heading to a Christmas market can dilute the frosty chill your mood might have taken and replace it with festive cheer and an exciting experience. Trea...[...]
September 26th, 2012 - 1:57 pm § in Destinations
Prague On Foot: A Walking Guide through Ancient Europe
Like many European cities, Prague is best explored on foot. Much of this Czech city’s center has been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage site and many buildings from the 13th through 18th centuries preserve Prague’s rich legacy. From the reign of Bohemian royalty up through the fall of Communis[...]