Looking for a hotel with a pool in Lisbon? Or perhaps you’re keen on finding a rooftop pool with views of the city. Check out the best hotels with pools on this list. 20 highly-recommended hotels in Lisbon with swimming pools 1. Hotel Pateo Lisbon Read Post
One fun week in Los Angeles. Complete day-by-day itinerary
Los Angeles has so much more to offer than movie stars and plastic surgery. In one week you can hang at the beach, hike mountains, get a dose of culture, go shopping and so much more. This one-week program for Los Angeles won’t leave you bored, I promise! Read Post
15 Fun Day Trips from Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon is one of Europe’s most exciting and vibrant cities and is well worth a visit, but limiting your trip to Portugal to just the capital would be a shame. There are lots of day trips to take in the region surrounding the Portuguese capital. Read Post
10 fun things to do in Cologne, Germany
Planning a weekend trip to Cologne, Germany? Great idea! This list of fun things to do in Cologne offers some inspiration to plan your getaway. Also make sure to check out my list of cool urban spaces and cafes in Cologne. 10 things to Read Post
15 fun things to do in Colombo, Sri Lanka
With endless emerald jungle stretching from coast to coast until it meets golden sand and warm blue waves, Sri Lanka is a paradise destination. Your trip there will most likely start in the capital. Don’t head out straight away, as there are plenty of fun Read Post
55 Interesting Sri Lanka facts (#17 is cool!)
Traveling to Sri Lanka soon, doing a school project on the country or simply want to learn more about it? Check out these 55 interesting Sri Lanka facts. Don’t have time to read these fun facts about Sri Lanka right now? Bookmark, pin, or email Read Post
The world needs to know how amazing Bulgarian food is
I’d expected Bulgarian food to be very heavy with lots of meat and greasy sauces. Instead, I discovered that Bulgarian cuisine is pretty diverse. I got lovely Bulgarian soups, huge salads, and delicious oven dishes based on Bulgarian recipes that have been passed on for Read Post
100+ fun facts about Greece you should know about
Did you know it’s offensive to hold an open hand to someone’s face in Greece and that the country is the world’s biggest sea sponge producer? Check out these 100+ amazing Greek facts and show off with them at a next party! Read Post
Climbing Sigiriya Rock up to the Lion Fortress in Sri Lanka
We slowly moved to higher ground, walking uphill and taking the occasional few steps. Suddenly there were only steps, going straight up, and it dawned on me that there was no wide staircase for climbing up to the Sigiriya Rock Fortress in Sri Lanka – Read Post
Kaudulla National Park jeep safari: spotting elephants
I’m not a big animal person. No, let’s rephrase that: I’m not a big “oochie-cootchy oh that’s so cute” animal person. I love watching nature documentaries and I’m fascinated by all sorts of wildlife. Actually, I’m way more fascinated by wildlife than by a puppy wearing Read Post
Visiting the Temple of the Tooth in Sri Lanka
In some places you shouldn’t take photos, you shouldn’t film, you should just be. Maybe more importantly, you should let others be. That’s what I felt when visiting the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, Sri Lanka, now several years ago. I’ve updated the post Read Post
30 fun things to do in Cuba on your vacation
For many people, Cuba still speaks to the imagination: the old cars, the omnipresent history… The island definitely has a lot to offer. Not convinced? Wondering what to do in Cuba? Here are… 30 fun things to do in Cuba on a holiday. Top Read Post
Packable K-way rain jacket review: is it truly waterproof?
When I was a kid and we took a field trip with school, my mom would always tell me to take my K-Way rain jacket with me. And looking at all the kids wearing that jacket which folds into a pouch, my mom wasn’t the Read Post
45 interesting facts about Iceland that will blow your mind
I’ve recently started gathering facts about the destinations covered here on the blog and I felt some amazing facts about Iceland should be next. It’s a place I haven’t yet been to myself, but my dad has and he’s written about it on here a Read Post
Top 5 Destinations to Visit in Australia Once it Opens
It’s no wonder why many intrepid travelers have a trip to Australia on their bucket list. This unique country has plenty of fun things to keep you busy, from diving among colorful coral reefs to exploring buzzing metropolises, swimming in turquoise blue waters, and much Read Post
Top things to do in Chiapas, Mexico for a fun trip
Chiapas, located in Southeast Mexico, is one of the country’s 31 official states. The state is home to a storied and rich history that includes ancient Mayan civilizations and the Spanish conquerors. Chiapas also has a diverse geography of plains, mountains and lush tropical forests. With so Read Post
14 aruba restaurants that’ll rock your taste buds
I’d never expected Aruba to be a foodie destination. I knew the country organizes a restaurant event every year, but that was about all I’d ever heard about its foodie scene. Until I traveled there and had the Aruba restaurants rock my taste buds. Read Post
The Leuven Botanical Garden: Highly Worth a Visit
The Botanical Garden of Leuven, Belgium is the oldest botanical garden in the country, founded by the Catholic University of Leuven in 1735. It’s a lovely place to go for a walk or read a book on one of the benches. Have a look. Read Post
Holidays in Belgium 2022: annually updated to plan your trips
A complete list of the school breaks, special days and holidays in Belgium that you can bookmark for later use. This way, you don’t plan a shopping trip when everything is closed or miss important festivities because you didn’t know about them. Read Post
22 delicious and fun things to do in Belgium in 2022
Planning a trip to the land of beer and chocolate? You better come prepared! With these tips on 21 things to do in Belgium in 2021 you’ll see, hear, taste and experience the best of Belgium in the new year. Have fun! Read Post
Things to do in Zutphen, Deventer, and Doesburg
I’ve always enjoyed going to the Netherlands. It was less than a two-hour drive from where I used to live in Belgium to cross the border and get to a place that’s so familiar, yet still so different than my home country. So when Visit Read Post
6 great restaurants in Prague, Czech Republic that serve light food
While mom and I did want to learn about Czech food, we preferred to have lighter meals for lunch and dinner. As I didn’t want to take any risks, I did a Google search for “best Prague restaurants” and made a selection that I included into our itinerary. Read Post
Things to do in Tenerife, Spain
Tenerife is Spain’s largest Canary Island and a well-known tourist destination. Year-long sun and miles of sandy beaches make it an excellent destination for a relaxing holiday at any time of year. Many people underestimate the small Canary Island and the diversity of activities it Read Post
Lisbon Christmas Markets 2021 – The Ones to Visit
Let’s cut to the chase: Christmas markets in Lisbon are not as much of a thing as they are in colder European cities such as Berlin, Brussels, or Riga in Latvia. Nevertheless, there are some Lisbon Christmas markets you can visit, even in 2021 with Read Post
Fun Nuremberg things to do on a city trip
I met Kai, a Nuremberg local, at an event in Berlin and when he heard about Wonderful Wanderings, he immediately suggested writing an article about Nuremberg things to do. I said yes and thus came to be this list of things to do in Nuremberg. Read Post
Auschwitz tour review: an Auschwitz tour from Krakow
Some places you visit for their beauty, others for their iconic status. And some places – some places you visit because they should never be forgotten. Last October, Milou from Explorista invited me on a 2-day trip to Krakow in Poland with her. We wouldn’t Read Post
How Older Travellers Can Save Money on a Holiday Post-Pandemic
There are lots of predictions floating around about how travel will change after the COVID-19 pandemic – countries introducing tighter control of visitor numbers, fewer people being willing to fly leading to fewer flights, domestic holidays becoming more popular. But one thing that most commentators Read Post
Driving in Los Angeles: tips on parking and driving in LA
When I first published this post, I just summed up some reasons why you shouldn’t be scared of driving in Los Angeles. Then, someone on TripAdvisor asked me to elaborate a bit on this subject because a lot of people seemed to be asking questions Read Post
Belgium WW2 sites: overview of tours, museums, and more
Just like many other European countries, Belgium suffered a great deal during World War 2. Withe the country being stuck between Germany and France, there have been quite a few WW2 battles in Belgium and today, there are plenty of World War 2 tours and Read Post
15 fun things to do in Rimini, Italy – more than the beach!
Rimini is mostly-known as a summer beach destination in the Emilia Romagna region of Italy but the city has so much more to offer. Head toward the old historic center and you’ll find there are plenty of things to do in Rimini. Want to know Read Post
10 interesting facts about the Caribbean islands
Looking for interesting facts about the Caribbean Islands? Search no more! This list contains fun facts, historical facts and Caribbean quiz questions to test your knowledge. Have a look and learn about these tropical islands. Read Post
Belgium WW1 battlefields, memorials, and more
2014-2018 marked four years of commemorating the end of the Great War, World War I, now more than 100 years ago. There was an influx of people from around the world visiting the Belgium WW1 battlefields, memorials, museums, and cemeteries. If you weren’t one of Read Post
111 Interesting Facts About France
Planning a trip to France or simply want to know more about the country? Then check out these 111 interesting facts about France. 111 Interesting Facts About France This post is part of a series of fun facts posts I’m doing for every country Read Post
Visiting top Antwerp museums: photography, history, and more
The Plantin Moretus Museum and other top museums in Antwerp, Belgium Belgium is known to have cranky weather, so when you plan a city trip here, it’s best to have a backup plan for when it rains. If you’re going to the city, you can Read Post
Things to do in The Hague on a short getaway
I’d been wanting to visit The Hague for quite a while so when my friend’s birthday came up, I suggested we’d do it as a weekend trip. We ended up arriving in The Hague late afternoon on a Friday and left again to visit a Read Post
Bauhaus NRW: Self-Guided Tour in Hagen, Krefeld, and Essen
In 2019, Germany celebrated the 100th anniversary of the influential Bauhaus art and architecture style with special guided tours, exhibitions, and other events in cities and regions where Bauhaus has made a significant impact and where its foundation was built. One of those regions is Read Post
Fjallraven Keb Jacket Review – Should You Buy It?
You know that kind of weather that’s just a little too warm for a long winter parka but cold enough to want a proper jacket? That’s the kind of weather the Fjallraven Keb Jacket was made for. When Fjallraven asked me to review this jacket, Read Post
The Hergé Museum in Belgium: more than just a Tintin museum
The Hergé Museum is dedicated to the life and works of cartoonist Georges Remi, better know as Hergé and the creator of character Tintin. Tintin gets a lot of attention, but several rooms are also dedicated to the other works and of Hergé and the people and events that influenced him. Read Post
Where to Go Walking in Belgium: 6 Great Trails
Belgium might not be the place you think of first when you plan to go hiking. It’s not the hilliest of countries, but there still has a fair amount of options for hikes in Belgium. From the dunes of the North Sea coastline to the Read Post
10 of the best beaches in Belgium and their town centers
If you’ve ever wondered if there are any nice beaches in Belgium, you’re in for a treat. The Belgian coast is over 65 km / 40 miles long, stretching from De Panne near the French border all the way up to Knokke-Heist by the Netherlands. Read Post
12 of the best things to do in Leuven, Belgium
Although it’s often overlooked in favor of the bigger, shinier cities of Brussels and Bruges, Leuven has so much to offer. It’s known as Belgium’s university town, and as such it’s been a center for academia and culture for centuries. Only 25 km / 15.5 Read Post
Fun facts about the main airports in Belgium
Ever wondered how many airports in Belgium there are? Confused that there seem to be two Brussels airports? Or maybe you’re just trying to choose between the international airports in Belgium. This shortlist has all the information you need on the different airports for your Read Post
Easy Dame Blanche Recipe That’ll Make Your Mouth Water
Some of the best desserts are the simplest ones, and Dame Blanche is a sure-fire winner every time. You might recognize it as a variant of the classic ice cream sundae, but this method is an authentic Belgian hand-me-down. Vanilla ice cream drizzled with warm Read Post
14 fun activities in Belgium to do all-year-round
For being such a small country, Belgium has a lot to offer. From the rolling valleys of Wallonia to the historic cities of Flanders and all in between, the list of leisure activities in Belgium will surely keep you entertained. If you like to get Read Post
10 dreamy castles in Belgium you can visit
Did you know that there are over 3000 castles in Belgium? That makes more castles per capita than France which is famous for its chateaux. Many of these structures were built long before Belgium even became a country, while some are more recent. What they Read Post
Salade Liègeoise, the Belgian potato salad with bacon and egg
There’s a high likelihood that you’ve made a potato salad before – or at least eaten one. You might not, however, have stumbled across this simple twist on the classic dish – potato salad with bacon and egg. The recipe comes from the region of Read Post
The Best Beef Tartare Recipe – My Mom’s
For such a simple recipe that takes next to no time to prepare, steak tartare certainly packs a punch! This is a classic dish with a fascinating story that’s eaten throughout the world. It’s also a popular Belgian food. To sum it up, this beef Read Post
29 Interesting facts about Brussels, Belgium
The capital of Belgium isn’t exactly the most popular capital in Europe. It’s a bit gritty, the sights are rather spread out, and it takes some time to warm up to it. But it does have a rich history and plays an important role in Read Post
11 fun things to do in Maastricht, the Netherlands
The city of Maastricht in the Netherlands is located right near the border with Belgium and a lot of Belgians travel there once (or more) every year to spend the day shopping, however, there are a lot more fun things to do in Maastricht than Read Post
37 interesting facts about Jordan (the country :-))
Planning a trip to Jordan and want to know a bit more about the country first? Then check out these interesting facts about Jordan. Don’t have time to read them all now? Bookmark, pin or email this post to yourself for later and watch the Read Post
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