Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Dubai is the largest and most ambitious city in the United Arab Emirates. The official religion here is Islam and the people are called to prayer 5 times a day from the minarets of mosques. Dubai is very charming and is even compared to Paris due to how luxurious it is. Beautiful mosques, skyscrapers, and large shopping malls are abundant in this ity and you will never find yourself getting bored. Dubai has the largest shopping mall based on total area and was the most visited building in the world in 2011! Palm Jumeirah is an extremely popular, tree shaped island abundant with hotels, towers, restaurants, and a beautiful view of the Dubai coastline. At night this island is filled with various nightclubs and live djs. An indoor adventure park called IMG worlds of adventure and the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo are one of the many other fun places you can visit in this amazing city!

Prague

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Prague is the capital and the largest city of the Czech Republic. Prague is a breathtaking city with amazing things to offer such as beautiful architecture, food,  and nature. While in Prague you must try some of the traditional Czech food. The svikova, fruit dumplings, kolache, and buchty are some of Czechs most tradition and original dishes. The architecture in Prague is worth of seeing as well. The Powder Tower is a dramatic, 65 meter tall Gothic tower which was built as one of the 13 gates to the city. Another amazing place to visit is the National Museum which is extremely famous for its entrance featuring ceiling frescos, sweeping staircases, and intricate stonework. The House of the Black Madonna is a popular destination and  was designed by the Czech architect Josef Gočár. It house the museum of decorative arts and a cafe with Cubist interior. The Czech Republic is also famous for beautiful nature including places like the Orlicke Mountains, Broumov Area, and Prachov Rock Formations. Image result for prague

Saint Petersburg, Russia

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Saint Petersburg is the second largest city in Russia and is situated on the Neva River. Museums, architecture, and venues for music and ballet can be found in this beautiful city. Opened in 1860, the Mariinsky Theatre is a very well know venue for its beautiful ballet and opera performances. There is an extremely popular museum called the State Hermitage Museum. It is beautiful and extremely large and and an immense amount of paintings dating back to the era of Stone age to present day. With 1,057 rooms total, it is believed that you will need to walk 22 kilometers to see all parts of the Hermitage. Cathedrals are also part of the beauty that Saint Petersburg has to offer. Some of the most famous ones include Saint Isaac’s Cathedral, Kazan Cathedral, and the Trinity Cathedral. Saint Petersburg is rich with culture and is without a doubt an unforgettable place to visit.

Iceland

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Iceland is located on the North Atlantic Ocean, has a population of 332,529, making it the most low populated country in Europe. The capital of Iceland is Reykjavik, which combined with its surrounding areas holds over two thirds of the population.  Iceland is known for its beautiful nature and during our stay, we took a few excursions to see what Iceland has to offer. One of the tours that we took was to see the puffins. We went on a boat and the tour guides gave us some very interesting information about these cute creatures and we got to have a really close look at the puffins. There are many more outdoor activities to do like see the waterfalls, ride horses, and explore ice caves.  One thing that was very unexpected for us when we arrived was the price of the food. $100 can easily be spent on a dinner for two.  Without a doubt the most memorable part of my trip was visiting the Blue Lagoon. The Blue Lagoon is a geothermal spa and the most relaxing, revitalizing experience ever.  Face masks, drinks, and food is offered, as well as steam rooms and saunas. The landscape is beautiful and unforgettable, with amazing nature that surrounds you.  

Amsterdam

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This summer I travelled to Amsterdam and had the most memorable experience. Amsterdam is the capital of  the Netherlands and it has originated as a small fishing village in the 12th century. When I arrived, I was fascinated by the cute houses and the numerous bikes and motorcycles in the streets. Another thing that stood out to me were the canals and the boats. When I went on a boat excursion I got to know some of the interesting history that surrounds this city. The people were extremely nice and interesting and many locals had an outstanding knowledge of English. Off course, one of the most amusing activities to do was shopping. There was a street with all of the chain brands called Kalverstraat. While that street was very enjoyable, I had the best experience exploring some more unique and uncommon stores located on streets like Utrechtsestraat and De Negen Straatjes. Without a doubt, the food in Amsterdam was delicious, with a wide variety of cute little cafes to choose from. Obviously, we couldn’t leave Amsterdam without filling our suitcases with the famous Dutch souvenirs like their different cheeses and Stroopwafels!

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Athens, Greece

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One wonderful place that i have always wanted to visit is Athens, Greece. It is the Capital and one of the largest cities in Greece. Being one of the worlds oldest cities in the world, Athens is filled with beautiful architecture and fascinating history.  Parthenon, the Acropolis, and the Temple of Hephaestus are definitely the must see architectural structures that Greece has to offer. The Benaki museum, Museum of Cycladic Art, and the National Archaeological Museum are just a few of the many wonderful museums to visit. One of the main shopping streets in Athens is Ermou street. On this street you can find big international names like Zara, Sephora, and Bershka. Aeolou and Agio Markos Street are the other well known streets in Athens. On these  colorful streets you will find button stores, ribbon stores, and cheap stores for shirts and shoes. The restaurants and cafes in Athens are absolutely breathtaking and will never fail to satisfy your cravings. Klimataria is a beautiful restaurant with live jazz music and a great atmosphere. Barbounaki is another place to eat with an extensive menu and delicious food, loved by both locals and tourists. In the mood for something sweet? Try a popular place named Paul and enjoy their wonderful croissants, macaroons and more!

Playa Del Carmen, Mexico

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Over winter break I traveled to La Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. I stayed in a wonderful resort named Riu Yucatan. It was an all inclusive resort so you eat, drink, and sleep in the resort. There was plenty of entertainment and things to do that you could never ever be bored. There would be many  activities during the day time including stretching, darts, water polo, volleyball, zumba, and dance lessons. All of these activities would be led by the entertainment team, who would always talk to you and encourage you to participate. The nightly activities would be very fun too. After dinner, there would always be either dancing, games, or music in the lobby. Also the shows would be very interesting to watch and you even got the chance to participate in some of them. The City of Playa Del Carmen was just a 30 minute walk away and offers a variety of shops, restaurants, and  fun things to do! This was a wonderful vacation and I am hoping to be back soon!

New York City 12/15/17

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Recently, I went on a trip to New York and it was absolutely fascinating. The things to see and places to visit are limitless, the shopping is wonderful, and there is an abundant selection of cute cafes and restaurants. A very interesting place that I visited was the MoMa (Museum of Modern art). There were many interesting and famous works of art like Vincent Van Gogh’s, The Starry Night. Another amazing thing about New York is the possibility of running into a celebrity just about anywhere you go. On our first day there, we saw a movie scene being filmed with Jennifer Lopez in the scene. Walking through the Times Square at night was an unforgettable experience as well. It is very illuminated with lots of people there, and many open shops and restaurants even during the night. My absolute favorite restaurant that we I visited was Havana. It was a Cuban place right in times square and very hard to miss. We walked in at about twelve at night and the crowd was lively and live Spanish music was playing. The place felt very authentic with delicious food as well. For shopping purposes, Soho is probably the best street to go on. There is a large variety of stores and many food places within a five minute walk.

The World of Travel- 12/3/17

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The world is a marvelous place with many wonders to explore, people to meet, cultures to experience, and new things to try. Anywhere you go, there is something there that can overfill you with emotions and give you memories that will last a lifetime. You are not just exploring on the outside, you are also exploring within. When you travel, you find yourself and discover new things about yourself. This blog will show all of the treasures of the world and give you ideas about what places to visit next!

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