Cuba – beyond Havana

Once in Cuba it’s quite a shame not to visit other areas as wel,l besides Havana. And it’s not even that hard. The easiest is to rent a car, buy a map and renew your orientation sense, that is a bit atrophied in some by the GPS (road signs are pretty much rare in Cuba) and hit the road. The roads are reasonable, there’s even a highway, to tell the truth not in the best conditions, but with a relaxingly low traffic – you can go for kilometers without running into another car. read more…

Dubai – Travelling Smartly

A stunning jewel of the Arabian peninsula, Dubai is one of the most modern and awe-inspiring cities in the world. Visitors come from around the world to experience its magnificent attractions, luxury hotels, and learn more about the city’s cultural heritage. Though it’s known for its high-end accommodation and amenities, Dubai holidays don’t have to break the budget. There are plenty of activities and attractions in town that won’t cost a fortune.

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Cuba: Hasta siempre, Comandante!

When I left for Cuba, I left with certain clichés in mind, many originating from my past – queues, empty stores, a gloomy and a sinister atmosphere that used to dominate the 1980s’ Romania. I was expecting empty stalls and darkness, but at least, in a tropical context. And what have I found when I arrived there, partially infirmed my clichés….but not all of them. read more…

Discover New York outdoors: Top 5 sights of the Big Apple

Ladies and gentlemen, I have great news ! Starting today, I will publish from time to time the articles of a special guest star straight from New York with the latest information and the best things she discovers as a New Yorker. Her name is Monica Suma, she is Romanian as myself, but New Yorker by adoption. Her number 1 hobby is travel, but you can discover lots of other interesting subjects covering lifestyle, design, fashion and events from the New York area… And as autumn is such a lovely season to visit New York, here you have Monica’s tips on what to do in New York outdoors, including a checklist of upcoming events. And don’t forget to check out her blog for what’s up in the Big Apple !

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Top 5 free – Porto

As I’ve been to Porto in the last few days and while I still have clear memories of my trip’s details, I am going to tell you the coolest free things to do in Porto …Especially as I have was really looking for pick up free stuff. What I can tell you is that Porto is a cool city with a bohemian atmosphere, a city where past wealth and contemporary poorness intertwine, but what comes out of it can create a special mood … As a plus, what will please you more are the low prices of food and accommodation, as well as the fact that you can find very nice things to do…for freeJ read more…