Unesco World Heritage Sites are locations that have been designated as having a significant cultural, natural, historical or scientific (or several other designations) impact for the world. Many of these places are unique in the world and have some sort of impact on world history or the like. Azerbaijan has 3 Culture UNESCO World Heritage Sites … [Read more...]
Category: Europe
What to Know Before Visiting the Auschwitz Concentration Camps
I got several emails regarding my last posts and people were wondering about how easy it is to get to Auschwitz, things they should know etc. So here are a few tips for visiting the concentration camps for those who may find themselves in the region and interested in going. Also if you want to read more about the visit there, please free to also … [Read more...]
How to Visit the Iceland DC3 Plane Crash
You've probably seen Photos of the Iceland DC3 Plane Crash on the black sand beach in Iceland and you've been wanting to know. How Can I visit it? What's the story behind it? Well We are here to answer those questions. And help you get there too! Nearly everyone we know wants to visit it on their first trip to Iceland. Well, it's super easy and … [Read more...]
10 Must-do Activities in Krakow
There’s no denying that Krakow is one of the most beautiful cities in Poland or really anywhere. Coming up with a list of must do things was easy, trying to pare it down was the hard part. But here’s our take on 10 must visit destinations in Krakow. * * * * * Market Square Market Square is the bustling heart of the UNESCO designated old town, … [Read more...]
Traveling from Krakow to Auschwitz
One of the most requested questions I get is how do you travel from Krakow to Auschwitz when traveling to visit the Auschwitz Concentration Camps. In terms of getting to Auschwitz there are quite a few options on how to get there from train, to bus, personal transportation, or organized tours. For more general travel advice to Auschwitz be sure … [Read more...]
Visiting David Gareja Monastery Complex – Georgia
One of the most unique sights in Georgia, David Gareja is a rock hewn monastery complex that sits on the border of Georgia and Azerbaijan. It is also one of the best day trips from Tbilisi that you could ask for. * * * * * * Location The David Gareja is a monastery complex located about 60 KM South East of Tbilisi (about 32 KM from Rustavi or … [Read more...]
Visitor’s Guide to the Auschwitz Concentration Camps
Following on the questions regarding information in my post on Tips on visiting the Auschwitz Concentration Camps, I decided to try to expand on information and the visit for people here. That post is still good and a great source for quick information about the camps, but I wanted to expand on a few points as well that didn’t necessarily fit in … [Read more...]
14 Incredible Things to Do in Belgrade Serbia
If you find yourself in Serbia and looking for things to do Belgrade, you certainly won’t want for activities to do in this dynamic city. The city is also larger than I expected with the “New Belgrade” on the west side of the river. This part had some of the more socialist “brutalist architecture” buildings. It is also the less popular place for … [Read more...]
Top Places to Visit in Baku Azerbaijan
When I said I was going to Azerbaijan, most people just looked at me with a blank look in their face. I was lucky to find someone who even knew it was a country. But there is so much in Azerbaijan and in Baku as well from history, to food, to culture. So I wanted to put together a list of the top things to do in Baku, Azerbaijan. Maiden Tower One … [Read more...]
Photo Essay: Brutalist Architecture in Belgrade Serbia
I have always been fascinated by Brutalist Architecture. I don’t know what it is. Maybe the combination of form, function, and ideology that created something both ugly and beautiful. What is Brutalist Architecture? I know when I mention the term “brutalist architecture” it makes a lot of people wince at the idea. Like, what is that? The term … [Read more...]
Exploring the Westfjords – Iceland
One of the most beautiful but least visited parts of Iceland, the Westfjords invoke the feeling of remoteness and adventure. Iceland is probably one of the hottest destinations right now, but surprisingly while some places get a horde of tourists, many others still feel really rather remote. Of all the folks that visit Iceland per year, only a … [Read more...]
Gas Stations in Iceland
Driving seems to be the way to get around Iceland. We found the options for public transportation to be lacking, especially in further to reach destinations, so to get where we wanted to go, we knew we needed to drive. Things to should know about getting gas in Iceland. 1. Most Gas Stations are Self Service Many of the gas stations you’ll pass … [Read more...]
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