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Written by Gabriela Mozharovskyi

  • Destinations
    • Australia
      • Travelling by train in Australia: Kuranda Scenic Railway
    • Austria
      • What to see and do in Vienna? The ultimate guide.
      • 15 reasons to visit Graz. Experience the slow travel in Styria region.
      • 5 countries, one journey–from Prague to Paris by train
    • Czech Republic
      • Prague beyond essentials
      • Karlovy Vary
      • Kutna Hora
      • 5 countries, one journey–from Prague to Paris by train
      • What to buy in Prague? 11 authentic and traditional souvenirs.
    • Dominican Republic
      • What to see in Santo Domingo? Your culture guide.
      • Which food and coffee should you try in Dominican Republic? The ultimate culinary guide.
    • Egypt
      • One week in Egypt–with travel agency or on your own? Full photo report.
    • Finland
      • Naantali
    • France
      • Paris
        • 24 hours in Paris: 1 day cultural itinerary
        • The Louvre in one day
        • Magic of Christmas in Paris. Guide to the best Christmas markets.
        • Château de Champs-sur-Marne – is it worth a visit? Half a day trip to the charming neoclassical castle near Paris.
        • Is Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte worth a visit? One day trip to the spectacular castle which made Louis XIV jealous himself.
        • Hike (randonnée) « Sur les sommets sur Yvette »
      • One day in Mont Saint Michel
      • Brittany region: Dinard, Dinan, Saint-Malo, Vitré
      • Provins– one day away from Paris
      • Countries near Prague by train
      • 5 countries, one journey–from Prague to Paris by train
    • Germany
      • Why is it worth visiting Heidelberg?
      • Countries near Kraków by train
    • Greece
      • Is Corfu worth visiting? Things to see and do to have your balanced holidays full of relax and Greek culture.
    • Indonesia
      • Our Balinese culture-packed itinerary. Things to see and do in Bali.
      • What to buy in Bali? 20 authentic and traditional souvenirs.
      • How to buy food and souvenirs on Asian markets? A subjective guide with practical tips.
    • Ireland
      • Things to do in Dublin during European city break. Itinerary for 2 days + practical tips.
      • Castles, manors and hikes in Dublin area reachable by train
      • What to buy in Ireland? 15 authentic and traditional souvenirs.
    • Italy
      • Southern Italy cultural one week itinerary: Naples, Pompeii, Salerno and Amalfi Coast.
      • What to see in Milan during a long weekend? The ultimate guide.
      • 5 countries, one journey–from Prague to Paris by train
    • Japan
      • My 12 days itinerary around Japan with 7 days JR Pass
      • Cherry blossom in Japan. Best and most scenic sakura spots in Tokyo.
      • Is Kurashiki worth a visit? Things to do during one day trip in the Edo-period town.
      • Visiting 2 out of 3 Great Gardens in Japan: Kenroku-en in Kanazawa and Kōraku-en in Okayama
      • One day trip to Nara – magical town of deers and world class old temples.
    • Jordan
      • One day trip to the Dead Sea from Amman by Jett Bus. Practical guide to prepare your visit.
      • How to organize a trip to Wadi Rum on your own? Our own experience in Jordanian desert and practical tips.
    • Liechtenstein
      • What to see in Liechtenstein during one day trip. Visit to Vaduz and Balzers.
    • Norway
      • Norwegian fjords
      • One day visit to Alesund when on a fjord cruise
      • What to buy in Norway? 11 traditional and authentic souvenirs.
      • Official excursion or a trip on your own – smart tips to make the best out of your cruise.
    • Poland
      • Is Warsaw worth a visit? A detailed museum-packed 4 days itinerary for the Polish capital.
      • Is Wrocław worth visiting? Things to do and see in the Lower Silesian city during long weekend.
      • Książ Castle
      • Countries near Kraków by train
      • What to buy in Poland? 17 authentic and traditional souvenirs.
      • Thermal pools in Zakopane region. Termy Bania or/and Bukovina – which one to choose? Honest review and comparison.
    • Portugal
      • What to see in Algarve? Balanced one week itinerary full of nature and culture.
      • What to see in Faro during one day trip? Things to do in the cultural capital of Algarve.
    • San Marino
      • What to see and do in San Marino? One day visit.
    • Slovakia
      • Long weekend in Slovakian Tatra mountains in the winter. Is it a good idea?
      • Thermal pools in Slovakia. Tatralandia or/and Besenova – which one to choose? Honest comparison.
      • What to buy in Slovakia? 12 authentic and traditional souvenirs.
    • Slovenia
      • European hidden gem
      • Dolce vita in Slovenian Istria
      • 11 souvenirs from Slovenia
      • 5 countries, one journey–from Prague to Paris by train
    • South Korea
      • Culturally-packed visit to Seoul. What to see in 3 days to learn more about South Korea?
      • Tour to the Demilitarized Zone in South Korea – practical guide.
      • What to buy in South Korea? 20 traditional and authentic Korean souvenirs and where to find them.
    • Switzerland
      • An unusual way to discover Locarno – journey on a scenic Centovalli train and Lake Maggiore cruise
    • Thailand
      • Bangkok
      • How to buy food and souvenirs on Asian markets? A subjective guide with practical tips.
    • Qatar
      • Doha
  • Culture
    • Museums
      • The Louvre in one day
      • Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte
      • Château de Champs-sur-Marne
      • Munich Residence in Bavaria
    • Exhibitions
      • La Galerie Dior in Paris. Is it worth visiting?
      • Edvard Munch exhibition in Musée d’Orsay
      • Black Indians from New Orleans exhibition in Musée du quai Branly.
      • Monet Mitchell Exhibition at the Louis Vuitton Foundation + short visit to Jardin d’Acclimatation
      • Maison FRED exhibition in the Palais de Tokyo in Paris
    • Events
      • Cherry blossom in Japan. Best and most scenic sakura spots in Tokyo.
      • 5 best Christmas spots you need to see in Paris in December.
  • Lifestyle
    • Souvenir guides
      • How to buy food and souvenirs on Asian markets? A subjective guide with practical tips.
      • What to buy in Ireland? 15 authentic and traditional souvenirs.
      • What to buy in Norway? 11 traditional and authentic souvenirs.
      • What to buy in Poland? 17 authentic and traditional souvenirs.
      • What to buy in Prague? 11 authentic and traditional souvenirs.
      • What to buy in Bali? 20 authentic and traditional souvenirs.
      • What to buy in Slovakia? 12 authentic and traditional souvenirs.
      • What to buy in Slovenia? 11 authentic and traditional souvenirs
      • What to buy in South Korea? 20 traditional and authentic Korean souvenirs and where to find them.
    • Cruise travel
      • Official excursion or a trip on your own – smart tips to make the best out of your cruise.
      • Discovering Norwegian fjords on a cruise. Full photo report.
      • An unusual way to discover Locarno – journey on a scenic Centovalli train and Lake Maggiore cruise
    • Travelling by train
      • My 12 days itinerary with 7 days Japanese JR Pass
      • Travelling by train in Australia: Kuranda Scenic Railway
      • Countries near Prague by train
      • Countries near Kraków by train
      • 5 countries, one journey–from Prague to Paris by train
      • Castles, manors and hikes in Dublin area reachable by train
      • An unusual way to discover Locarno – journey on a scenic Centovalli train and Lake Maggiore cruise
    • Geeky monthly captures
      • Geeky monthly captures: April 2023
      • Geeky monthly captures: March 2023
      • Geeky monthly captures: February 2023
      • Geeky monthly captures: January 2023
      • Geeky monthly captures: November 2022
      • Geeky monthly captures: October 2022
      • Geeky monthly captures: September 2022
    • Cuisine
      • Geeky recipes
        • Quick and simple Polish-style blueberry buns recipe
      • Which food and coffee should you try in Dominican Republic? The ultimate culinary guide.
    • Ukraine. What has happened and how can we help?
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Destinations

  • October 9, 2023October 9, 2023
  • Leave a Comment on Tour to the Demilitarized Zone in South Korea – practical guide.

Tour to the Demilitarized Zone in South Korea – practical guide.

What is the DMZ? When planning our schedule in Seoul we were sure that the trip to the Demilitarized Zone can’t be missed. This is one of the most popular choice of visitors when coming…

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  • September 14, 2023October 9, 2023
  • Leave a Comment on Culturally-packed visit to Seoul. What to see in 3 days to learn more about South Korea?

Culturally-packed visit to Seoul. What to see in 3 days to learn more about South Korea?

South Korea intrigued me for long time with its unique blend of heritage and technological development; you can see imperial palaces and ancient temples nestled between modern skyscrapers, visit traditional tea houses and modern Korean…

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  • July 21, 2023September 19, 2024
  • 8 Comments on Quick and simple Polish-style blueberry buns recipe

Quick and simple Polish-style blueberry buns recipe

During summertime I like to prepare desserts which contain seasonal fruits. Crispy fruit tarts are for me a perfect addition to Sunday afternoon tea but from time to time I like diversifying my summer sweet…

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  • July 20, 2023October 9, 2023
  • 1 Comment on 15 reasons to visit Graz. Experience the slow travel in Styria region.

15 reasons to visit Graz. Experience the slow travel in Styria region.

Most of visitors when planning their trip to Austria most probably choose Vienna with its imperial architecture, impressive museum offer and vast cultural venues with some extending the trip to Tyrol which tempts the nature…

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  • July 19, 2023February 22, 2024
  • 1 Comment on Countries near Kraków by train

Countries near Kraków by train

Kraków is a charming cultural Polish destination, once a city of the Polish kings, now it enchants with its beautiful Renaissance old town, many historical landmarks, museums and art galleries as well as distinctive artistic…

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  • July 18, 2023July 18, 2023
  • 1 Comment on Is Warsaw worth a visit? A detailed museum-packed 4 days itinerary for the Polish capital.

Is Warsaw worth a visit? A detailed museum-packed 4 days itinerary for the Polish capital.

Warsaw might not be one of the mostly visited European capitals and even not the most popular tourist destination in Poland. Difficult past of the Polish capital with the Second World War leaving the city…

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  • June 23, 2023July 13, 2023
  • 1 Comment on Château de Champs-sur-Marne – is it worth a visit? Half a day trip to the charming neoclassical castle near Paris.

Château de Champs-sur-Marne – is it worth a visit? Half a day trip to the charming neoclassical castle near Paris.

If you like visiting French castles and have a possibility to stay a bit longer in Paris to see few landmarks a bit more off the beaten track, you can discover plenty of (not so)-hidden…

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  • June 22, 2023March 13, 2024
  • 1 Comment on What to buy in Slovakia? 12 authentic and traditional souvenirs.

What to buy in Slovakia? 12 authentic and traditional souvenirs.

Slovakia is a small Central European country which offers tourists many interesting possibilities to spend their holidays in an active way. With many picturesque hikes in the Tatra mountains and skiing facilities accessible in the…

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  • June 8, 2023October 9, 2023
  • 1 Comment on One day trip to the Dead Sea from Amman by Jett Bus. Practical guide to prepare your visit.

One day trip to the Dead Sea from Amman by Jett Bus. Practical guide to prepare your visit.

During our 10 days stay in Jordan, I couldn’t miss a visit to the Dead Sea – famous salt lake bordered by Jordan and Israel. As Wikipedia states:  “As of 2019, the lake’s surface is…

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  • June 1, 2023March 13, 2024
  • 8 Comments on What to buy in Ireland? 15 authentic and traditional souvenirs.

What to buy in Ireland? 15 authentic and traditional souvenirs.

Ireland may be a rather small European country but offers a wide variety of beautifully crafted and high quality items, some of them like Irish wool accessories, crystal glassware woven linen products are famous worldwide.…

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