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Month: October 2017

Posted on October 28, 2017January 31, 2019

Zhujiajiao: Victory in Shanghai’s Venice

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My day trip to Zhujiajiao was a personal victory. This picturesque ancient Chinese water town, nicknamed the “Venice of Shanghai” for its canals, was awesome – but it didn’t start out that way. Continue reading “Zhujiajiao: Victory in Shanghai’s Venice”

Posted on October 24, 2017January 31, 2019

Dubai: The City of Superlatives

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Dubai is a city of superlatives: It is home to the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building; the Dubai Mall, the world’s biggest shopping mall; and the Dubai Fountain, the world’s largest performing fountain. Continue reading “Dubai: The City of Superlatives”

Posted on October 19, 2017January 31, 2019

Gibraltar: The Most Fascinatingly Unique Place I’ve Ever Been

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Gibraltar, nicknamed “Gib” by locals, is one of the most unusual and fascinating places I have ever been. Continue reading “Gibraltar: The Most Fascinatingly Unique Place I’ve Ever Been”

Posted on October 17, 2017January 31, 2019

Old Town Dubai: Top 5 Things to Do and See

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Dubai is a unique city: It is a blend of the old and the new. In addition to the glitz and glamour of its more newly developed areas, Dubai has some old-world charm in its historic center. Set aside at least a day to explore old town Dubai – you’re in for a cool experience. Continue reading “Old Town Dubai: Top 5 Things to Do and See”

Posted on October 10, 2017August 18, 2020

Cadiz: The Hidden Gem of Andalusia

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Cadiz is the hidden gem of Andalusia. Cadiz may not be as well known as some of its Andalusian counterparts, like Sevilla and Granada, but I highly recommend a visit. It is a perfect spot for a day trip or a weekend while visiting the south of Spain. Continue reading “Cadiz: The Hidden Gem of Andalusia”

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  • About
  • Spain
    • Madrid
    • Community of Madrid
      • Buitrago del Lozoya
      • Chinchón
      • Sierra Guadarrama
    • Andalucía
      • Arcos de la Frontera
      • Cádiz
      • Córdoba
      • Granada
      • Málaga
      • Ronda
      • Sevilla
    • Asturias
      • Covadonga
      • Cudillero
      • Gijón
      • Lastres
      • Llanes
      • Luarca
      • Oviedo
    • Castilla y León
      • Burgos
      • Segovia
    • Cuenca
    • La Rioja
      • Logroño
    • País Vasco
      • Bilbao
      • San Sebastián
    • Valencia
  • Romania
    • Brașov
    • Bucharest
    • Castles
    • Hiking
    • Sibiu
    • Sighișoara
    • Timișoara
    • Transfăgărășan
  • Europe
    • Croatia
      • Planning a Trip
      • Dubrovnik
      • Hvar
      • Mljet
      • Split
    • Denmark
      • Copenhagen
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    • United Kingdom
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      • London
  • Asia
    • China
      • Shanghai
      • Xi’an
      • Zhujiajiao
      • Food in China
    • Japan
      • Miyajima
      • Food in Japan
  • The Middle East
    • United Arab Emirates
      • Abu Dhabi
      • Al Ain
      • Dubai

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