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Probably the first thing that comes to mind when hearing about Transylvania is the legend of the infamous Dracula. While this might be the main reason why people want to visit the central region of Romania, those who’ve already been here will (hopefully!) tell you that there is much more to see than that Dracula’s Castle!
Backpacking in London is one of the best ways to save money in this town. But you don't have to be a backpacker to take advantage of the great features and amenities of hostels. Party-goers of all types, plus couples, groups, and even families can find a cheap place to stay at one of London's many hostels.
As both the capital city of modern Greece and the heart of classical antiquity, Athens is a city of layers-the new build upon the old in a blend of changing history and culture. Ancient sites like the Acropolis and Agora shine through as prime examples of the past, while the bustling Plaka and other modern neighborhoods serve as hubs of present-day culture. From tavernas and eateries overflowing with customers to shops filled with tapestries, knick knacks, jewelry, and more, Athens is a center of activity.
Rome has thousands of years worth of history, amazing sights and attractions, and awesome bars and clubs. But you don't have thousands to spend on accommodation. So how do we do Rome on a budget? The answer is easy: hostels.
Amsterdam is one of the most expensive destinations in Europe. Despite this, you need to see it, because it's an amazing city. But you're on a budget, and you need a place to sleep. So how do we make this work? With hostels, of course!
Paris is amazing and beautiful, but you already knew that. Paris is also expensive, but you already knew that, too. You need a place to sleep, but how do we do this on a budget? Hostels, of course!
Recently, I spent several months living as a foreigner in France. More specifically, in Lyon. As a Brit, I didn’t initially have that great an impression of France. Living there, I found this to be totally wrong. As a student of French, studying at a university while I was out there, I quickly found that, if you make an effort to speak French, the locals will instantly respond better to you, even if you only speak a few words.
If you’re getting ready to head to Barcelona, there are various specifics to iron out even if you’ve been to the popular destination in Spain before. One of the things to consider is undoubtedly where you’ll stay. Since many people don’t have the option of making their friends’ guest rooms their temporary homes while away from home, they often stay in hotels. Although a hotel is probably the most commonly available accommodation option, it’s not the only choice.
If you’re visiting Florence for the first time, you’ll most likely already have a few ideas in mind for what to do, such as visit the Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo Vecchio, or maybe the famous Santa Croce. But how can you possibly squeeze all of this and more into a day trip? Easy, follow along, and we’ll show you how to fit it all in.
As one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world, a visit to the Colosseum is an unmissable experience while in Rome... but figuring out how to buy tickets for the Colosseum can be a surprisingly daunting task.