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Top Things to Do in Hamburg, Germany

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Weekend in Hamburg Itinerary - Top Things to do in Hamburg  Hamburg, Germany's Harbor City, is still a relatively undiscovered treasure among foreign tourists, but well worth a visit. I had been to Hamburg a few times as a child/teenager, but not recently and so I was really excited when I was invited on a press trip to Hamburg for a few days to explore the top things to do in ... Read Full Article

29 Things You Should Never Forget to Pack On Any Trip – Holiday Packing List

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Holiday Packing List Don't Forget To Pack These On Your Next Trip A Holiday Packing List can be super helpful, especially when you are as scatterbrained before a trip as I am. Whether you are a seasoned traveler or packing your bags for the first time, reading some tips by travel experts and their recommendation on their most beloved travel items is always helpful and fun. For me, ... Read Full Article

Food Travel – Mastering the Art of French Eating on a Barge Cruise

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Food Travel for Pros French Cooking on a Barge Cruise Are you a foodie? I am too. Some of my food travel vacations are based solely on the iconic foods and drinks that I can find in a certain country or region. For some people, food is simply a way to put energy into their bodies, but for me, it is a way to relate to people, their culture, and even their history. There is so much you can learn ... Read Full Article

Kanha National Park: Follow Mowgli’s Footsteps

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Safari at National Park Kanha Kisli Madhya Pradesh, India Khana National Park National Park Kanha inspired Kipling's Jungle Book We all know the story of Mowgli, the little Indian boy in Rudyard Kipling's Jungle Book that was raised by wolves in the jungle and his quest to fight the evil tiger Shere Khan together with his friends Baloo and Bagheera. The Indian National Park Kanha, located in ... Read Full Article

11 Best Madhya Pradesh Tourist Places – Exploring India

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Exploring India: 11 Top Madhya Pradesh Tourist Places Are you planning a trip to Madhya Pradesh, India soon? Then you have come to the right place. We are sharing the top Madhya Pradesh Tourist Places with you, so you can be sure that you are not missing out on the top sights in this beautiful state in central India. Before coming to Madhya Pradesh, do not forget these 3 important points: ... Read Full Article

Chasing Tigers in India: National Park Bandhavgarh

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National Park Bandhavgarh - Tiger Safari in India I know you might be surprised to find an article about India on my blog called EuropeUpClose. But 1-2 times per year, I like to highlight a destination outside of Europe to inspire you about other places as well. So in the coming weeks, I will publish a few articles about my recent trip to India and I hope you will fall in love with this beautiful ... Read Full Article

The Ultimate Winter Packing List Europe

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The Ultimate Guide: Europe Winter Packing List Glittering icicles hang from the cathedrals of Florence. Powdery snow is dusted across the mountains of the Swiss Alps. Tiny cups of coffee are served in the cafes of Paris and Glühwein will warm you up at the Christmas Markets in Germany. Europe in winter is an incredible place to be! Before you hop across the pond, however, you should know ... Read Full Article

Dresden Christmas Markets

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Your Guide to the Dresden Christmas Markets There are approximately 1,500 Christmas markets in Germany, and about 85 million people from around the world pay them a visit every year. If you love Christmas, you will inevitably fall in love with Dresden where you will find 11 assortments of Christmas markets right at your feet. Dresden is the German city where you will discover the most ... Read Full Article

The Insider’s Guide to the Best Ireland Castle Hotels

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The Best Ireland Castle Hotels Are you interested in taking a trip but not quite sure where to go? Are you a seasoned traveler and looking for something different? Maybe you have been to many places, seen many things and have many experiences. However, are you looking for a trip that surpasses them all? A trip that will be the trip of a lifetime! If a trip that allows you to have special ... Read Full Article

Paris Hotels with Views of the Eiffel Tower

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Best Paris Hotels with Views of the Eiffel Tower Hotels in Paris with View of the Eiffel Tower Famous French writer Guy de Maupassant ate lunch at the Eiffel Tower's restaurant each day for years during the late 1800's—not because of its beauty, but because it was the only place in Paris where he could enjoy his meal without looking at the tower. For many years, Parisians saw the Eiffel ... Read Full Article