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[17 Mar 2013 | 25 Comments | 1,297 views]
Snapshot Sunday—Lucky Sculptures in Europe

Should you ever find yourself in Europe, hunt down these lucky sculptures. Touch them and rub them for good luck!

Blog Carnival, Europe »

[6 Feb 2013 | 47 Comments | 4,046 views]
The Most Romantic Places in Europe

There are a lot of beautiful cities in Europe. In the February 2013 edition of the Carnival of Europe, however, 24 bloggers share what they consider to be the most romantic places in Europe.

Europe »

[3 Feb 2013 | 30 Comments | 2,974 views]
Snapshot Sunday—Love Locks in Europe

Attaching love locks in public places in Europe is a custom done by lovers to symbolize their eternal love for each other. Take a look at some of the more interesting ones I’ve seen.

Europe, Greece »

[24 Jan 2013 | 63 Comments | 5,148 views]
Remembering the Unforgettable Beauty of Santorini

Santorini is beautiful, yes, but what I can’t forget is how it welcomed me with open arms and gave me the respite I had needed for a long time.

Europe, Italy »

[13 Jan 2013 | 12 Comments | 2,325 views]
Snapshot Sunday—The Spiral Staircase at the Vatican Museum

There are thousands of beautiful artworks in the Vatican Museum. Not all are on display as such, though. Even its spiral staircase is a work of art!

Blog Carnival, Europe, Featured »

[27 Dec 2012 | 89 Comments | 6,834 views]
Bittersweet Memories of my Solo Backpacking Trip in Europe

I backpacked for 70 days in Europe, covering 9 countries and 25 cities. It was more than just a solo trip though. It was a journey to heal my broken heart.

Belgium, Europe »

[19 Nov 2012 | 27 Comments | 2,865 views]
My Favorite Beers of Europe

I have had my share of beers when I backpacked in Europe for almost 3 months. Here are some of my favorites.

Europe, Italy »

[18 Nov 2012 | 24 Comments | 2,034 views]
Snapshot Sunday—Gondola on the Grand Canal, Venice

If you get a chance to visit Italy, never miss going to Venice. Just seeing all the gondolas on the Grand Canal already makes the trip worthwhile.

Austria, Europe »

[14 Nov 2012 | 15 Comments | 2,184 views]
The Hundertwasser House in Vienna, Austria

The Hundertwasser House is a beautifully designed housing project by an Austrian artist. Would you want to live in a cultural heritage like this?

Belgium, Europe »

[7 Nov 2012 | 33 Comments | 4,089 views]
The Tourist Tower of Herentals, Belgium

If you ever find yourself in the small city of Herentals in Belgium, take time to climb the Tourist Tower. The view is well worth the effort of going there!

Europe, Hungary »

[21 Oct 2012 | 7 Comments | 1,559 views]
Snapshot Sunday—St. Stephen’s Basilica in Budapest, Hungary

If you’re ever in Budapest, take the time to visit St. Stephen’s Basilica, Hungary’s most important church (and I think one of the most beautiful as well). As a bonus, you will also get to see the mummified hand of the country’s first King!

Belgium, Europe »

[17 Oct 2012 | 10 Comments | 2,813 views]
Visiting Napoleon’s Waterloo in Belgium

Want to know where the mighty Napoleon Bonaparte fell? Meet his Waterloo in Belgium.