Travel and Leisure

Budapest Facts, Travel and Points of Interest

A city formed by the amalgamation of two separate cities, Buda and Pest, modern Budapest is Hungary’s capital. The striking feature of Budapest is its youthful vibe that blends perfectly with its world famous classical music scene and vibrant nightlife. Added to this mix are the sceni Read More

St. Petersburg: The Russian City with A European Spirit

Few cities match the history and grandeur of St. Petersburg, Russia. The Russian imperial capital is a surprising cultural hub with splendid architectural gems and Venice-like canals which evoke a romantic atmosphere. St. Petersburg’s nightlife, a sprawling collection of world-renown art colle Read More

Seville, Spain: Facts, Travel, Points of Interest and Food

It was a sunny, breezy, and cheerful afternoon when I reached Seville: a city in southern Spain which had been in my travel wish-list for a long time. The largest autonomous community of Andalusia and situated on the river Guadalquivir, I was confident that this city had a lot to offer to any travel Read More

Ranking the World's 20 Best Beaches (Amazing Photos)

How do you decide the world's best among beaches? At the outset, all the beaches appear the same, but die-hard beach fans beg to differ. With the infinite number of seas and oceans, our beautiful planet is blessed with, it is only natural that the topography of each beach provides a unique and d Read More

Santarém Portugal: One of Portugal's Most Important Cities

From its ridge-top position, the city of Santarém in Portugal overlooks the Tagus River. This city in the municipality of Santarem boasts of a wealth of historical events and is considered by many to be the Gothic capital in Portugal. Because of its strategic location in the center of the cou Read More

Some Tidbits about the Language of Portugal

Travelers who want to be more in tune with the culture can learn the official language, European Portuguese, online. Podcasts, videos, and downloads are currently available. Whether you achieve fluency or familiarity, this is the quintessential Romance language. Teachers and translators are another Read More