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Burano in Technicolor
Published on Tuesday 18 June 2013
An peaceful oasis with just about every hue of the rainbow... how does that sound? Burano is a paradise-like island in the Venetian laguna, and certainly make for a dreamy daytrip...
The Legendary Italian Pizza
Published on Tuesday 11 June 2013
Poutine is to Quebec what sushi is to Japan... and what pizza is to Italy! These are just a few of the dishes that must be eaten in their birthplace to be enjoyed fully. There's nothing like a pizza prepared by an Italian expert! ...
Berlin Like You've Never Seen It Before
Published on Tuesday 04 June 2013
In search of an alternative, out of the ordinary activity in Berlin? It's actually pretty hard to not find one. The city, with its world-class museums and historical churches, also offers visitors a number of très cool places that look like nothing else, and that will certainly seduce your inner hipster...
Welcome To Monaco!
Published on Tuesday 28 May 2013
Did you ever wonder what was the smartest way to spend one euro on the French Riviera? Maybe you thought about "investing" it in a casino, or to give your taste buds a treat with a deliciously fresh gelato. But what if that single euro could take you worlds away... literally? ...
Cannes, Away From The Stars
Published on Tuesday 21 May 2013
The first thing that comes to mind whenever we think of Cannes, it’s of course the glamour. Stars, yachts and luxury sports cars are part of the Cannes scenery, just as the likes of Dior, Chanel and Ferragamo, which all have a home on the famous Boulevard de la Croisette...
Explosion of Flavours in Nice
Published on Tuesday 14 May 2013
If Paris is often considered to be cold and unwelcoming, it couldn’t be more different in Nice. Welcoming locals, who are very proud of their heritage and always more than happy to share their products with foreigners looking for a tasty experience. If you are fan of the Mediterranean diet, you won’t be happier than in Nice!
Lest We Forget
Published on Tuesday 07 May 2013
For us North-American, the reality of the Great Wars will always remain somewhat intangible. We learn the key dates in school, we watch Spielberg movies. And we move on to our routine. But when you set foot in the places where history actually happened, where horror striked, it’s pretty much impossible to not be completely overwhelmed by emotion.
The Reality of Pigalle
Published on Tuesday 30 April 2013
The Moulin Rouge, this mythical cabaret located in the very heart of Paris, really is a legendary place. This emblem of the Belle Époque is over a 100 years old, and has seen countless dancers, all more talented than the other. But the atmosphere of this boulevard de Clichy cabaret wasn't a coincidence...
The Pros of YoYo
Published on Tuesday 23 April 2013
Imagine the scene. Saint-Mark’s Square, in the very heart of Venice and in the middle of the hords of tourists and pigeons, are a small group of individuals playing their favourite game: yoyo. You read that right! ...
Exploring Amsterdam, Legally
Published on Tuesday 16 April 2013
Amsterdam is famous throughout the world for several things - tulips, canaps, architecture and liberal spirit. Indeed, it's partly because of this "live and let live" mindset that the Dutch capital keeps welcoming hordes of tourists year after year, whether in its much-debated Red Light District or one of the many coffeeshops scattered around the city...
Blog: Burano in Technicolor
An peaceful oasis with just about every hue of the rainbow... how does that sound? Burano is a paradise-like island in the Venetian laguna, and certainly make for a dreamy daytrip...
