Sljivovica, Serbian Plum Rakija
Sunday October 26, 2008
One of the perks of travel is sampling the local spirits. Southeastern Europeans savor their rakia (also spelled rakija), a strong alcohol made from fruit. Similar to brandy, rakia can ... Read More
Winter Travel in Eastern Europe
Saturday October 25, 2008
The adventurous individual may be interested in traveling to Eastern Europe during the winter months. If you're one of those people, now is the time to start planning. Winter in ... Read More
Budget Travel Tips for Eastern Europe
Saturday October 25, 2008
Tough financial times require budget-friendly travel. By its very nature, travel is expensive, but you cant mitigate costs by doing your research and making the right choices about how you ... Read More
Creepy Places Blog Carnival
Wednesday October 22, 2008
To celebrate the Halloween spirit any time of year, consider planning a creepy trip. But don't limit your travels to this world. The Underworld has lots to offer any ... Read More
High Heels and Travel - A Dangerous Combination
Tuesday October 14, 2008
Dangerous indeed, and not the "international woman of mystery" kind of dangerous. Wall Street Journal reports that ever-higher heels are are puncturing runways this season. This means two things ... Read More
LHW 19.28 Promotion - Participiating Hotels in East and East-Central Europe
Tuesday October 14, 2008
Leading Hotels of the World, in celebration of its establishment in 1928, will soon (no one knows how soon - information is supposed to be provided on Friday, 17th of ... Read More
Practical Pointers from the Travel Pros
Monday October 13, 2008
A good set of tips can help you through any travel situation. Ferne Arfin, Guide for UK Travel, has put together some of the best tips from About.com travel writers. ... Read More
Kutna Hora
Saturday October 11, 2008
Kutna Hora, the former site of a silver mine, is a popular day trip from Prague. Bus will take you from Prague to Kutna Hora in about an hour. There ... Read More
Cesk Crumlov
Saturday October 11, 2008
Cesky Krumlov is home to one of the largest castle complexes in the Czech Republic. Visit the castle while you're there, and take a walk through Cesky Krumlov's historic district. ... Read More
Karlovy Vary
Friday October 10, 2008
Karlovy Vary is the Czech Republic's famous spa town. Discovered by Charles IV, its hot spring waters are purported to have curative qualities. In addition to drinking from the mineral ... Read More
Travel During the Chilly Months
Saturday October 4, 2008
Winter arrives early in many Eastern European countries. While the weather may not be as pleaseant, winter travel comes with perks. Tickets and hotel prices may be cheaper, for example. ... Read More
Creepiest Places in Eastern Europe
Friday October 3, 2008
Eastern Europeans do not typically celebrate Halloween, but that doesn't mean there aren't places in Eastern Europe that command the creepiness of spirit or eerieness of atmosphere that are appropriate ... Read More
Croatia Culture in Photos
Friday October 3, 2008
The nations of Eastern Europe, Southeastern Europe, and East-Central Europe have distinctive cultures of which they are proud. Croatia is no different. Learn more about Croatia's culture by visiting the ... Read More