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Istanbul not Constantinapole..
A city where history and modern life intertwine seamlessly. From the majestic Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque to the lively alleys of the Grand Bazaar, the city is filled with echoes of empires past. The Bosphorus, dividing Europe and Asia, gives Istanbul its unique spirit, while its food, art, and vibrant street life reflect a…
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Switzerland
A small country that is very very very clean and orderly with beautiful snow capped mountains (not much snow this year- a complication of global warming of course), pristine lakes, old architecture, and, most of all, super friendly people. We started the Switzerland part of our trip in Basel: we really enjoyed our one night…
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Canadian Rockies and the breathtaking Glacier Lakes that you want to jump in, not!
You take a deep breath and think that you must be dead and arrived in heaven! The penetrating blue, stillness, tranquility, and the magnificent snow capped peaks protecting this beauty is one of a kind experience. Getting to Moraine Lake requires planning in advance since the site is not always open to personal vehicles or…
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Luxembourg, the underrated beauty
After a very comfortable train ride from Paris (my review on Eurorail available in a separate post), we arrived in Luxembourg. The city looks old and charming with hills, chateaus, and historical building. Grand Hotel Cravat is a pleasant travel back to early 1900s with its historical building complemented by antique and cozy furnishings and…
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