In for a thrill: six of the craziest festivals in the world
If you feel like doing something really crazy, there are hundreds of festivals around the world created just for people like you. Here's a list of som
How to organize a winter picnic in the snow (+ activities list)
The challenge: hold a picnic in the snow and don't worry about the weather
Enjoying a picnic in the snow might not be the first thing you imagine whe
Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art: the highlights (part one)
Madrid is a paradise for all art lovers, with an array of theaters, libraries, music venues and museums. The most famous of these attractions – the wo
Secret beaches in Bulgaria: Tyulenovo, the village of seals
The challenge: Discover one of the most beautiful secret beaches in Bulgaria
You won’t meet lovers of sand beaches in the Bulgarian seaside village o
8 fun facts about the Mona Lisa, the mystery of her smile and eyebrows
The Mona Lisa is one of the world’s most mysterious paintings. Going through all its secrets could take years of your life, so let’s start with some o
Istanbul Tulip Festival: the best parks to see flowers (+ map)
The challenge: explore Istanbul, tulip by tulip
Every year in April, Istanbul turns into the capital of tulips. This is when millions of bulbs show u
10 quotes about Portugal that explain why everyone loves it
Portugal is one of the most enchanting European countries where millions of tourists have left pieces of their hearts. It's not hard to fall in love w
Angkor Wat: How to avoid the crowds and skip the lines
Sunrise at Angkor Wat has turned into one of the world's most iconic, exotic travel images. As such, you shouldn't be surprised to learn that on the d
The 16 best Google Maps hacks that make travel easier
Apps were created to make our lives easier. If you're not fully convinced of this, maybe you don't know all the cool stuff you can do with them. Witho
A friend can’t join you on a trip? Print him out!
The challenge: take a printed version of a friend with you, even if he or she can't join your trip
It happens: a member of your travel crew can’t com