Your practical guide to German Christmas markets: What to see, do, buy, and eat
Check out my practical guide for visitors about Christmas markets in Germany plus what to see, buy, and eat.
China gives 30-day visa-free entry to these 38 countries (Full List)
On November 22nd 2024, China's Foreign minister has announced that in a trial to run from November 30th 2024 to December 31st 2025, China will double the 15-day visa free…
Quick guide to 4 architectural attractions in Barcelona you can see on a budget
If you don't have time or want to pay to see Barcelona's architectural attractions, here is how you can see some of them on the cheap.
CONFRIMED: Entering Europe won’t be free anymore for visa-free travellers
The European Union has announced on August 1 that the delayed ETIAS program will finally be in place in the first half of 2025, affecting all travellers including tourists and…
The aurora borealis (northern lights): what it is, how to increase your chances of seeing them, and the *best* time to see them in Reykjavik, Iceland
Want to see the northern lights in Iceland but hate the cold? Here is my guide on seeing the northern lights in Reykjavik and some tips on improving the experience.
-30ºC: The hottest winter destination of northern China
Snow Town is China's hottest and best kept tourism secret, and now you can visit too!
China now offers 15-day visa-free entry to holders of passports from these three countries
If you hold a passport from these countries, you can visit China without a visa for tourism, business and visitation purposes. Find out how in this article.
Corso Zundert, the Netherlands: How the hamlets prepare for the annual flower parade
Every year on the first Sunday of September in Zundert, the Netherlands, 20 hamlets participate in Corso Zundert, a flower parade that takes all year and an entire community to…
Venice starts trial period of charging entry fees to day visitors
On April 25th 2024, Venice (Italy) started charging day visitors to the Venetian historical lagoon town 5€ per person, per day, in a trial run to discourage day trip visitors…
The history of the amazing Corso Zundert: Netherland’s largest flower parade
Nine meters tall and up to 19 metres long: these are the giant parade floats decorated with flowers that are pushed along the streets of Zundert in the Netherlands once a year. Learn about the fascinating history of this intangible heritage-listed event.
