Imagine green rolling hills that stretch to the feet of massive, boulder-like mountains. In the valleys, tranquil, finger-like lakes extend for miles, their forested…
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Visiting the Calci Charterhouse in Tuscany
The Calci Charterhouse is a magnificent Carthusian monastery located in Calci (map), at the foothills of the Monti Pisani (Pisan Mountains) about ten kilometers…
A treasure trove in the forest
The origins of the famous Kröller-Müller Museum can be traced back to a course in art appreciation. In the late-19th century, the Kröller-Müller family…
A weekend in St. Albans
To be honest, when I was invited to visit St. Albans, I had no clue where it was and what to expect. I quickly…
Exploring London in the rain
There is nothing more discouraging for me, as a traveler, than arriving at my destination to find rain, snow, bitter cold or maybe even…
A tour of Eastern Turkey
Eastern Turkey is a wild and rugged region with a long, tempestuous history and a rich cultural heritage. The region boasts some of Turkey’s…
De Haar Castle – straight out of a fairy tale!
De Haar Castle is one of the largest and most beautiful castles in the Netherlands. Situated about a 30-minute drive south of Amsterdam, this…
A walk through London’s Theatreland
A guest post by Paul Joseph, a London-based author and writer. Paul has written for national magazines and websites, and helps to run a…
Ten places you should not miss in Ecuador
The editorial staff of V!VA Travel Guides and Velvet Escape share their favourite places in Ecuador and suggestions for things to do on a…
