If you’ve ever looked at the Greek 2-euro coin, you’ve seen the image of Europa. You might be familiar with the picture of this famous character in Greek mythology. However, do you know her story?
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Treehotel’s Newest Addition is Biosphere Room
In June 2022, Sweden’s famous Treehotel announced its newest room: Biosphere. The 34-square-meter room is specially designed to immerse guests in the surrounding pine forest and attract local wildlife.
This Miraculous Italian Chapel Defies Gravity!
There is no shortage of churches and chapels in Italy — the country is home to between 20,000 and 65,000, after all. What makes Santuario Madonna della Corona (or Sanctuary of the Lady of the Crown) unique, though, is its location — it is built on the edge of a cliff!
What’s the Deal With the Shoes on the Danube?
Take a trip to the Danube River, specifically where it flows through Budapest, Hungary, and you’ll see 60 pairs of iron shoes on its banks. These iron shoes tell a fascinating and tragic story that dates back to the Second World War.
The Ultimate Guide to the North Aegean Islands in Greece
For travelers looking to step off the beaten path and take a break from mainland Greece, the North Aegean islands — located in the northeastern Aegean Sea — are worth visiting.
See the World’s Largest Floating Stage at Bregenz Festival
Every July and August, Austria’s Bregenz Festival delivers incredible operatic performances and raises the curtain on a stunning new floating stage.
Next Stop – The Dodecanese Islands in Greece
For those who are looking for a stunning beach destination for their next vacation, Greece is an obvious choice. Don’t limit yourself to Mykonos and Santorini, though. There are plenty of other islands worth adding to your travel itinerary, including the Dodecanese Island Group — a collection of 12 large islands and numerous smaller ones surrounded by crystal clear waters and pristine beaches in the south-eastern Aegean Sea.
Crakows: A Brief History of 14th and 15th-Century Footwear
These days, it’s not uncommon to see women wearing shoes with pointy toes. In the 14th and 15th centuries, though, men were much more likely to be seen in this intriguing footwear.
Airbnb Offers a Stay at the Famous Moulin Rouge Windmill
Are you getting ready to take a trip to Paris? Are you looking for a one-of-a-kind place to stay during your visit? If so, the famous Moulin Rouge windmill is now available as an Airbnb!
Jewelry Line Brings the Art Gallery to You
If you love visiting art galleries but don’t have time to travel to them in person, the Amsterdam-based duo of Lyske Gais and Lia Duinker from Duinker & Dochters studio has a solution for you: The ‘Rembrandt’s Hands and a Lion’s Paw’ book bracelet.