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Ávila’s Medieval Wall

A UNESCO World Heritage City, Ávila, Spain possesses a rich history.  The home of Santa Teresa and an incredible number of Gothic and Roman churches, the ancient streets of the inner city have witnessed about twenty centuries of development.  While I suggest trying a Yema (a traditional pastry) and their famous chuletón (a steak, often […]

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The Untold Story of Africa

A lot of people living in Europe, North and South America, Asia, The Middle East and The Oceanic countries that have no first-hand experience with Africa rely on international headlines from news agencies to get a glimpse of what happens in Africa. Truthfully speaking, most international news agencies across the globe paint Africa in a […]

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Sintra, Portugal

Sintra is a magical place. As soon as you step foot off the train, take a look up the mountain towards the castle and you’ll know what I mean. The quaint town, just a 40 minute train ride from the center of Lisbon (Rossio/Restauradores Station), is enveloped in a mystical haze and full of parks […]

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Nyhavn, Copenhagen, Denmark

No trip to Copenhagen is complete without having a photo-op at the famous harbor. Nyhavn, which means “New Harbor” in Danish, is home to the colorful, picturesque townhouses often featured on postcards or in travel magazines. Originally constructed by King Christian V, the earliest building, No. 9, dates back to as early as 1681. Nyhavn offered […]

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Annecy, France

Nestled in the crisp, fresh air of the French Alps lies the charming town of Annecy. Often called the “Venice of France” due to its high number of canals, Annecy is the perfect place for both nature and city lovers alike. It surrounds the magnificent Lac d’Annecy where you can frequently spot sailboats, kayaks, paddle […]