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Explore Indonesia – Riau Islands

Published/Revised January 16, 2018 By This post may contain promotional and affiliate links. EuropeUpClose may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Please read our disclosure for more info.

Explore Indonesia - Riau Islands 5 Reasons Why Riau Islands Are the Perfect Getaway Destination from Singapore Riau Islands, Indonesia. I have to say, before my recent trip there, I had never heard about this group of islands. Indonesia consists of approximately 17000 islands and the Riau Islands make up over 3000 of them, stretching from south of Singapore half way to Borneo. This beautiful ... Read Full Article

Daytripping Dubrovnik’s Islands and Beaches

Published/Revised June 11, 2014 By This post may contain promotional and affiliate links. EuropeUpClose may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Please read our disclosure for more info.

 Croatia has over 1200 islands, and a day trip from Dubrovnik to the nearby islands or beaches is a great way to get a taste of Croatia’s island culture.  Here’s a guide to Dubrovnik’s islands and beaches:Dubrovnik's Islands There are plenty of tour companies that offer a variety of packages that include many different islands. You can, however, create your own list and visit the ... Read Full Article

Easy Day-Trips from Barcelona

Published/Revised January 6, 2018 By This post may contain promotional and affiliate links. EuropeUpClose may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Please read our disclosure for more info.

 Barcelona is ideally situated in the Catalunya area of Spain. While you could certainly fill your days with the many sights of the city, if you have extra time, these day trips provide a break from the bustle of Barcelona.Figueres and Girona For fans of the artist Salvador Dali, Figueres is a must. The artist was born in town and he designed the museum dedicated to his works; the ... Read Full Article