Wonderful Wanderings shares tips on things to do, where to eat and where to stay around the world - plus useful travel gear reviews.
A Weekend in Zeeland: Beaches, Middelburg and Things to Do
A weekend in Zeeland is a beach weekend: the same North Sea as the Belgian coast an hour south, almost no high-rise, and enough empty sand that you can sit with metres of it around you even in July.
Rotterdam Street Art and Graffiti: Routes, Map and Murals
Rotterdam's street art is mapped, free to follow and organised into walking routes by neighbourhood, and the tool to use is Rewriters010's website rather than an app: 247 artworks, 12 artists and 9 routes across the city.
Fun Things to Do in Utrecht Province: 4 Day Trips
The 4 best day trips in Utrecht province are Woerden for cheese, Spakenburg for the botter fleet, Amersfoort for the medieval gates and the Mondriaan house, and Castle De Haar. All four sit within 45 minutes of Utrecht city.
Marrakech Food Tours: What a Medina Food Tour Is Really Like
A first-hand account of an evening Marrakech food tour through the medina, from a butcher's pit oven to the man who burns the city's rubbish to heat the hammam. The operator now trades as Moroccan Food Adventures, not Marrakech Food Tours.
18 Things to Do in Stockholm: Museums, Parks and Boat Tours
The 18 things to do in Stockholm below cover the Vasa Museum, Skansen, ABBA The Museum, the Royal Palace, Södermalm, the parks and a canal boat tour. Three to four days covers the list at a comfortable pace.
Places to Visit in Sweden: 22 Destinations by Season
Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö, the walled town of Visby on Gotland and Swedish Lapland cover most of what people travel to Sweden for. Here are 22 places to visit, what each one is good for and the season each one is built around.
19 Things to Do in Malmö: Squares, Museums and the Sea
Malmöhus Castle, the Turning Torso, the old squares around Lilla Torg and the beach at Ribersborg carry a first visit to Malmö. Here are 19 things to do, with what each costs and how to reach it.
19 Best Things to Do in Uppsala: Cathedral, Vikings and Linnaeus
Uppsala's four real draws are the cathedral, the 1477 university, the Viking mounds at Gamla Uppsala and everything Carl Linnaeus left behind. This guide covers 19 things to do, with prices, 40 minutes from Stockholm.
4 Days in Stockholm: Itinerary and Best Time to Visit
Four days in Stockholm covers Gamla Stan, Drottningholm Palace by boat, Södermalm, City Hall and the museums of Djurgården, with a day left for the archipelago. Summer is the time to do it.
15 Things to Do in Gothenburg, Sweden (2026 Guide)
The things to do in Gothenburg are Liseberg, the car-free southern archipelago, Haga, Universeum and World of Volvo. This guide covers 15 attractions with what each costs, how to reach it by tram or ferry, and how many days the city needs.
17 Best Things to Do in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria’s Old Capital
The best things to do in Veliko Tarnovo start on Tsarevets, the fortress of the Second Bulgarian Empire, and take in Trapezitsa, the church where Bulgaria declared independence, and Arbanasi village.
22 Best Things to Do in Sofia, Bulgaria, and What They Cost
The best things to do in Sofia start in the 200 m between the Serdika metro and the Largo, where a Roman rotunda, the excavated streets of Serdica, an Ottoman mosque and a communist government complex all stand together.
18 Best Things to Do in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, and What They Cost
The best things to do in Plovdiv are the Old Town and the Roman city under it: an intact 2nd-century theatre, a 240 m stadium beneath the shopping street, and 2,000 sq m of mosaic in the Bishop's Basilica.
21 Best Things to Do in Varna, Bulgaria, and What They Cost
Varna's Archaeological Museum holds the oldest worked gold on Earth, made around 4600-4200 BC. This guide covers 21 things to do in the city, with 2026 euro prices, after Bulgaria's changeover from the lev.
40 Interesting Facts About Bulgaria, Fact-Checked
Bulgaria has 40 facts worth knowing, starting with the one that changed in 2026: the country now pays in euros, not leva. It also holds the world's oldest worked gold and the highest peak in the Balkans.
Best Places to Visit in Bulgaria: 20 Cities and 6 Day Trips
The best places to visit in Bulgaria are Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnovo, Sofia and Varna, plus six sights that are not cities at all: Rila Monastery, Nessebar, Bansko, Belogradchik, Koprivshtitsa and the Seven Rila Lakes.
10 Best Places to Visit in Latvia, From Riga to Rēzekne
The 10 best places to visit in Latvia are its ten state cities: Riga, Daugavpils, Liepāja, Jelgava, Jūrmala, Ventspils, Jēkabpils, Rēzekne, Valmiera and Ogre. Each is 40 minutes to four hours from Riga by train or coach.
8 Latvian Traditions Worth Knowing Before You Visit
Latvian traditions run on the forest, the sauna and the song, and 8 of them shape a trip: foraging, preserving, winter swimming, the pirts, Jāņi at midsummer, folk singing, wedding customs and the national symbols.
Things to Do in Riga: Prices, Hours and How Long to Stay
Riga needs three days: the UNESCO Old Town, the Art Nouveau streets of the Quiet Centre and the Central Market in five Zeppelin hangars all sit within a 25-minute walk. Here are 12 things to do, with current prices.
Latvian Coast Road Trip: A 7-Day Itinerary from Riga
A week is enough to drive the Latvian coast west of Riga: Jurmala, Engure, Roja, Ventspils and Liepaja, then two days in Riga. Here is the day-by-day route, with the current Jurmala entry pass, lighthouse hours and parking fees.
What to Pack for Riga in Winter: A Tested 4-Day List
Pack for Riga in winter like a cold, damp city rather than an Arctic expedition: three thin layers, one windproof and waterproof coat, and boots with a grip sole. This is the full list from a 4-day December trip.
One Week in Morocco Itinerary: Marrakech and Essaouira
This one-week Morocco itinerary spends 4 nights in Marrakech and 2 nights in Essaouira, with a 2-day Atlas Mountains and Agafay Desert trip in between, based on a December week guided by a friend who lives in Marrakech.
What to Pack for Autumn in Belgium: A Layering Checklist
Belgian autumn is two trips in one: shell weather to mid-October, coat weather after. Here is the layering checklist, the shoe rule and the five extras worth the space, keyed to the rain days in each month.
Keukenhof 2027: Opening Dates, Tickets and When to Go
Keukenhof is open from Thursday 18 March to Sunday 9 May 2027, daily 08:00 to 19:00, with the entrance closing at 18:15. That is the only 53-day window all year, and this guide covers tickets, timed slots and how to get there.
11 Best Restaurants in Aruba: Where to Eat on the Island
Aruba's standout restaurants sit in three areas: Palm Beach for the open-air terraces, Oranjestad for waterfront tables at sunset, and Noord, Santa Cruz and Savaneta for the food Arubans eat themselves. Here are 11 I ate at myself.
What to Pack for Aruba: A Tested 7-Day Packing List
A week on Aruba needs light clothes you can re-wear, water shoes for the rocky snorkel entries, mineral sunscreen that meets the island's oxybenzone ban, and one smarter outfit for dinner. Here is the tested list, plus the ED-card and fee to sort before you fly.
Renaissance Island Aruba: The Flamingo Beach Hotel
Aruba's flamingo beach belongs to Renaissance Island, the private island of the Oranjestad hotel now called Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort (formerly Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino). Here's what the resort, the island and its flamingos are actually like today.
Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba Review: Casitas and BBQs
The Boardwalk Boutique Hotel Aruba is 49 standalone casitas in a former coconut plantation, each with a kitchen, a hammock and a charcoal barbecue, three minutes from Palm Beach. Here is what a stay is like, and what has changed since.
10 Easy Belgian Recipes to Cook at Home
The easiest Belgian recipes to cook at home are Brussels waffles, stoemp, dame blanche and salade liegeoise, each ready in about 30 minutes. Here are 10 of them, with where each one comes from, how long it takes and what goes wrong.
Best Hotels in Prague: Where to Stay by Neighbourhood
For a first visit to Prague, book a hotel in Old Town or the Lesser Town; New Town is the practical, well-connected base. This guide ranks the neighbourhoods, compares 28 hotels in one table and groups the picks by luxury, mid-range and budget.
30 Most Famous Czechs: Artists, Scientists and Inventors
Czechia gave the world soft contact lenses, the four blood groups, the laws of inheritance and the word robot. These are the 30 most famous Czechs, from Mucha and Mendel to Comenius and Capek, with what each one is actually known for.
21 Interesting Facts About Czechia: Beer, Castles and Robots
Czechia is landlocked, drinks more beer per head than any country on earth at 121 litres a year, gave English the word robot, and holds 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites. Here are 21 facts about the country, each checked against an official source.
20 Things to Do in Ostrava: Blast Furnaces, Mines and Music
Ostrava is Czechia's third city and the only one whose main sight is a steelworks you can climb. Here are 20 things to do, from the blast furnaces of Dolni Vitkovice and the Landek mining museum to the burning Ema slag heap and Stodolni Street.
Beaches in Czechia: 8 Best Swimming Lakes and River Lidos
Czechia is landlocked, so every beach in the country sits on a lake, a reservoir, a flooded quarry or a river lido rather than the sea. The sandiest are Lhota, Mácha's Lake, Lipno, Hostivař, Komárovský rybník, Žluté lázně, Smíchovská náplavka and Kamencové jezero.
Best Restaurants in Prague: Where to Eat by Area and Budget
Prague's strongest restaurants fall into 3 groups: modern Czech kitchens, serious steakhouses and cheap pubs and canteens. This guide sorts 14 of them by neighbourhood and price band, from Kantýna's butcher counter to Michelin-starred La Degustation, with the dishes to order and when to book.
Czech Public Holidays 2026 and 2027 + School Holidays
Czechia has 13 public holidays a year, and every one of them is a paid day off. This page lists the 2026 and 2027 dates with weekdays, the school holidays set by the Ministry of Education, and the days on which large shops must close.
Traditional Czech Food in Prague: 14 Dishes + a Food Tour
Traditional Czech food in Prague means hearty dishes such as svíčková, guláš and vepřo knedlo zelo, and a guided food tour is the quickest way to taste several of them in one afternoon, which is why my mom and I booked the Eating Prague food tour.
The People of Bulgaria: What Bulgarians Are Really Like
Bulgarians are warm and helpful once you speak to them, and they almost never smile at strangers in public. Here is what that feels like on a first trip, from the horo dancing in Plovdiv to the greeting that opens with a complaint.
Things to Do in Modena, Italy – Sights, Hours, Prices
Modena packs a UNESCO cathedral complex, the birthplace museum of Enzo Ferrari and the source of the world's balsamic vinegar into one walkable old town in Italy's Emilia-Romagna region.
16 Books About Spain to Read Before Your Trip There
Sixteen books about Spain, grouped into history, travel writing, Camino memoirs and novels, from Ghosts of Spain and Homage to Catalonia to The Shadow of the Wind. Every title is still in print or easy to find.
23 Things to Do in Malaga, Spain: A City Break Guide
Malaga packs a climbable cathedral, the Alcazaba fortress, the Picasso Museum, tapas culture and a UNESCO-listed gorge hike into one Costa del Sol city break. Here are 23 things to do, with current admission prices for every paid sight.
Croatia Public Holidays 2026 and 2027: Dates, School Breaks
Croatia has 14 public holidays a year. This guide lists every 2026 and 2027 date with its weekday, the school holidays set by the Ministry of Science, Education and Youth, the daylight saving changes and the working days locals still celebrate.
Hungary Public Holidays 2026 and 2027: Full Dates
Hungary has 11 statutory public holidays with no weekend make-up day, plus an annual "bridge day" decree that swaps specific Saturdays for a Friday or Monday off. Here are the 2026 and 2027 dates and the confirmed 2026 swap days.
What to Pack for South Africa: Packing List for September
Pack layers for South Africa in September rather than winter clothes. Cape Town averages 19°C/66°F by day and 9°C/48°F at night, so a windproof jacket, a fleece and long trousers cover the Western Cape at the end of winter.
What to Wear in Austria in Summer: City and Mountain
Austria in summer needs two wardrobes: light clothes for 21 to 25C city and valley days, and warm layers for the mountains, where a 3,106m summit averages near freezing even in July.
Thule Subterra 75L Review: Discontinued, What Replaced It
Thule has discontinued the Subterra 75L wheeled duffel and replaced it with the Subterra 2. Here is how the 75L held up over two years of checked-bag travel, what changed in the new model, and what the warranty actually covers.
92 Fun Facts About China, All Fact-Checked for 2026
China's population is falling, the Great Wall's official length comes from a single 2012 survey, and the Forbidden City never really had 9,999 rooms. Here are 92 sourced facts about China.
Edmonton Winter Packing List: What to Pack for -30C
Edmonton winters swing from about -3C to -30C in one week, so pack true cold-climate layers: wool base layers, a long windproof waterproof coat, insulated boots and full skin coverage.
What to Eat in Brussels: 20 Belgian Dishes to Try (2026)
The dishes to eat in Brussels are moules-frites, Belgian fries, both styles of Belgian waffle, Belgian pralines and carbonnade à la flamande. This guide gives 20 traditional Belgian dishes, what each one is, and the Brussels address to order it from.
Poland Public Holidays 2026 and 2027: Dates, School Breaks
Poland has 14 public holidays in 2026 and 2027, all statutory days off since Christmas Eve joined the list in 2025, plus which Sundays shops may trade and school break dates from the Ministry of Education for both years.
Malta Public Holidays and National Days 2026-2027
Malta has 14 official days off a year: 9 Public Holidays, mostly religious feasts, and 5 National Days marking civic history. Here are the 2026 and 2027 dates for both, and what happens when one lands on a weekend.
Public Holidays in Belgium 2026 and 2027: Full Dates
Belgium has 10 legal public holidays plus separate community holidays that only close government offices. Here are the exact 2026 and 2027 dates for both, plus school breaks and the replacement-day rule for weekend holidays.
Switzerland Public Holidays 2026 and 2027 by Canton
Switzerland has only one nationwide public holiday, 1 August. Every other date, from New Year to Christmas, is set canton by canton, so this guide gives the 2026 and 2027 dates for eight major cantons plus what actually closes.
The Best Coffee in Chiang Mai: 6 Cafes and Tea Houses
The best coffee in Chiang Mai is at GRAPH for nitro cold brew, Omnia for beans roasted on site, Impresso for espresso and Akha Ama for coffee grown by the family that sells it, plus two tea houses worth planning around.
78 Verified Fun Facts About Thailand (#12 Is Scary)
Bangkok's ceremonial name holds the Guinness record for the longest place name on earth, the world's smallest mammal lives in Thai caves, and the Thai year is 2569. Here are 78 facts about Thailand, each traced to a named source.
Common Travel Insurance Mistakes Travellers Make and How to Avoid Them
Buying travel cover often feels like a quick checkbox before a trip. The problem is that most travel insurance issues do not happen at purchase time;…
How to Travel on a Budget Without Missing Out
Although travel can be a fulfilling and enriching experience, maximizing your trip depends on controlling spending. By preparing and embracing a budget-conscious attitude, you can experience…
17 Best Restaurants in Antwerp to eat like a local
Antwerp is a historic port city in northern Belgium along the Scheldt River. Today, as Belgium's second largest city, Antwerp is an important seaport and centre of diamond trading. With over 500,000 residents, Antwerp boasts a multicultural energy and youthful creative spirit. Antwerp has developed a vibrant and eclectic dining scene reflecting its history and diversity. Belgian cuisine originated by blending French culinary influences with heartier Germanic fare using local ingredients. Signature dishes like moules frites, waffles, chocolate and beer define Belgium's food culture. The restaurants in Antwerp showcase an incredible diversity of cuisines and dining experiences that blend traditional Belgian fare with global influences.
Travel Pony review: a money-saving hotel booking site
When I book accommodation for my travels I always pay a lot of attention to the reviews and the price. I usually don’t go for the…
Switzerland Holidays Guide
Planning a trip to Switzerland? This Switzerland Holidays Guide will help you with information on what to do in Switzerland, how to get there, what practical…
The best pasteis de nata in Lisbon: 15+ places tested
When I was planning my trip to Lisbon in March 2020, I made a list of almost 30 pasteis de nata places. That I’m a massive…
Rüdesheim Christmas Market of Nations 2023: Dates, Location, Attractions
The Rüdesheim Christmas Market of Nations is an annual Christmas market held in Rüdesheim am Rhein, Germany. The market was established in 1993 and aims to celebrate and share Christmas traditions and culture from around the world. The market features 124 stalls representing 12 nations across 6 continents, offering a range of Christmas decorations, ornaments, food and drinks. The market is open from Monday, November 20, 2023 and closes on Saturday, December 23, 2023.
Stuttgart Christmas Market 2023-2024: Dates, Location, Attractions
Stuttgart Christmas Market is one of the oldest and largest Christmas markets located at Marktplatz, Downtown Stuttgart in Germany. The market opens on Sunday, November 29, 2023 and closes on Saturday, December 23, 2023. Stuttgart Christmas Market attracts over 3 million visitors each year, providing a boost to the local economy and tourism.
20 Best Things to do in Ghent – Museums, Attractions and Festivals
Ghent is a historic city located in the Flanders region of Belgium. Ghent’s origin dates back to the 10th century, but then grew to become one…
Riga Christmas Market 2023-2024:🎅 Dates, Location, Attraction
Riga Christmas Market is an annual event held from Friday, December 01, 2023, to Saturday, January 6, 2024, in Town Hall Square and surrounding areas in central Riga, Latvia. It attracts over 1 million visitors in the Christmas season. The market has over 100 wooden huts and stalls selling Latvian handicrafts, foods and drinks.
How to go on a fun Blue Cave tour from Split, Croatia
The Blue Cave in Croatia is often hailed as one of the country’s most beautiful natural wonders. Situated on Bisevo island, this magical grotto glows with…
19 Best Sports a Tourist Can watch Live in the USA and Tickets
Sports hold a special place in American culture, with a wide array of options for lovers to watch live. The United States has a diverse sports…
Namur Travel Guide: 15 Best Attractions to visit in Namur!
Namur is the capital of Belgium's Wallonia region, strategically situated at the confluence of the Meuse and Sambre rivers. This location has made Namur an important military and trade center since Roman times when it was fortified as a citadel. Over the centuries, Namur's citadel and position along key waterways brought both prosperity and conflict as it was contested by European powers.
Mons Travel Guide: 15 Best things to do in Mons, History, Attractions
Mons is a historic city located in the Wallonia region of Belgium, about 45 miles southwest of Brussels. As the capital of the province of Hainaut, Mons has been an important center of commerce, politics and military conflicts throughout its long history. The area around Mons was first settled during Roman times. In the Middle Ages, Mons emerged as a prosperous trading city and was fortified with impressive city walls and gates. Much of the medieval architecture in the city center remains intact today, including the magnificent Grand Place square surrounded by ornate guildhalls and the towering belfry.
16 Best Cities in Belgium: A Comprehensive Guide!
So, you’re thinking of traveling to Belgium – fantastic! You probably have a pretty concrete image in your head of what you imagine the country to…
15 Top Things to do in Tournai: Travel Guide, History, Attractions, Facts and Transportation
Tournai has a rich history, attractions, seamless transportation and vibrant markets. Tournai gracefully straddles the banks of the Scheldt River and has been an integral part…
Dinant Travel Guide: 17 Attractions to visit in Dinant, History, Hotels & Restaurants
Dinant is a picturesque town situated along Belgium’s Meuse River. Nestled between steep cliff walls in a sharp bend of the river, this medieval town looks…
15 Fun things to do in Ypres: A Visitor’s Travel Guide
Ypres stands as a living testament to a history steeped in valour, resilience and regeneration. Once a bustling hub of the cloth industry, Ypres witnessed significant turmoil during the Great Wars, only to rise again, showcasing an undying spirit that resonates with every visitor who graces its streets. As one embarks upon a journey to explore this remarkable city, a kaleidoscope of experiences awaits.
Nuremberg Christmas Markets 2023-2024:🎅 Dates, Location, Attractions
Nuremberg Christmas Markets are considered one of the oldest and largest Christmas markets in Altstadt of Nuremberg, Germany. The market opens on Friday, December 1, 2023 and closes on Sunday, December 24, 2023. The market receives over 2 million Christmas visitors annually, providing an economic and tourism boost.
Charleroi Christmas Market 2023-2024: 🎅 Dates, Location, Attractions
The Charleroi Christmas Market is taking place in Place Charles II and Boulevard Audent in Charleroi Downtown, Belgium during the holiday Christmas season. The Charleroi Christmas Market opens on Friday 24 November 2023 to Saturday 06 January 2024, attracting thousands over the celebration. The Charleroi Christmas Market is located in the heart of the city and spans the Place Charles II and Boulevard Audent.
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