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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

  • February 18, 2022October 9, 2023
  • 16 Comments on Qatar. One day layover with Qatar Airlines

Qatar. One day layover with Qatar Airlines

I have visited Doha in Qatar during my 1-day long layover when flying with Qatar Airlines. I generally like booking with Qatar Airlines and Emirates on my trips from Europe to Asia, they usually offer…

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  • January 27, 2022October 9, 2023
  • 24 Comments on What to see in Bangkok? Visit during Chinese New Year.

What to see in Bangkok? Visit during Chinese New Year.

With the upcoming Chinese New Year, my thoughts automatically go to our trip to Thailand in 2020, when we celebrated the day in Bangkok’s Chinatown. We have spent in total 14 days in Thailand, starting…

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  • January 16, 2022October 11, 2022
  • 33 Comments on What to see in Milan during a long weekend? The ultimate guide.

What to see in Milan during a long weekend? The ultimate guide.

We have decided to visit Milan for the New Year’s Eve 2021/2022 as a part of our tradition to do European city breaks during winter months. Cliché as it may sound, the city enchanted as…

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  • January 4, 2022January 26, 2022
  • 5 Comments on The Louvre Museum in one day. How to approach it?

The Louvre Museum in one day. How to approach it?

If you plan your visit to Paris, most probably the Louvre Museum is on your bucket list along such iconic sites like Eiffel Tower, Palace of Versailles or Triumphal Arch.  The Louvre Museum is second…

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  • December 14, 2021October 11, 2022
  • 27 Comments on Magic of Christmas in Paris. Guide to the best Christmas markets.

Magic of Christmas in Paris. Guide to the best Christmas markets.

December is a month when a lot of European cities transform into shiny fairy land with its elaborate Christmas decorations. Both locals and tourists can bask in the Christmas lights, absorb scents and sounds coming…

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  • October 19, 2021October 11, 2022
  • 12 Comments on What to see and do in Vienna? The ultimate guide.

What to see and do in Vienna? The ultimate guide.

Middle of September appeared to be the perfect time to visit Vienna. I gave quite some consideration how long I should stay in there in order to have a good experience. Finally, I’ve decided to…

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  • October 15, 2021October 12, 2022
  • 59 Comments on What to see in Santo Domingo? Your culture guide.

What to see in Santo Domingo? Your culture guide.

This summer it was my first outside of EU trip since the beginning of pandemic. I have chosen Dominican Republic due to its relaxed entry rules and feeling of security that the country won’t shut…

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  • October 15, 2021October 11, 2022
  • 15 Comments on Why is it worth visiting Heidelberg?

Why is it worth visiting Heidelberg?

During my short visit to Frankfurt, I have decided to organise a day trip to Heidelberg, considered in many rankings one of the most charming towns in Germany. Picturesque views at Heidelberg’s old town Heidelberg…

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  • October 15, 2021July 14, 2023
  • 55 Comments on One day in Mont Saint Michel

One day in Mont Saint Michel

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