Welcome to “the old continent”!
With its imposing buildings, cities full of history, traditions that infuse a little bit of all the cultures that have come and gone… We want to find out the differences between countries that are similar on the surface but have a lot of personality in the little details.
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Probably not what you had in mind when you thought ‘Christmas Feast’ to yourself. We spotted this in Tromso Airport in the far north of Norway. Given how expensive Norway is, and the fact that this is far up above the arctic circle, this meal is actually pretty affordable at … more »
Charming and magical, Sintra is a Portuguese town not too far from Lisbon, and recently I partnered with Expedia to write about it. Sintra is a popular day-trip from the capital, which I got to revisit when some friends from India were over to explore Portugal and the beauty of Sintra. … more »
This is Ersfjordbotn… a far away land in the North of Norway. Fairly close to the city of Tromso, this village is visited by travelers chasing the popular Northern Lights and photographers who wish to capture the magic in one of their shots. During the night, you may see this … more »
What is the recipe for a great vacation in Lisbon? It certainly depends on individual taste. But, if you ask me, such a trip involves a lot of wandering, great cuisine, a certain dose of adventure and all of that without being too harsh on the pocket. Thankfully, there are … more »
If you only had 24 hours to visit the capital of Portugal, my first tip would be to rearrange your schedule. You should allow yourself to visit Lisbon for a number of days that both the city and you deserve! But if you’re just passing by or staying longer is … more »
Paris in summer is like a pancake with too much maple syrup. Good on the inside but unbearable on the outside. Tourists throng about all over the city indulging in the most obnoxious touristy behavior. From photos where sixteen girls try and coordinate a simultaneous jump to American grandpas walking … more »
Walking around the traditional neighborhoods of Lisbon, Ashray and I often joke that “the commission is doing a great job”. Strolling along the winding cobblestone streets and alleys that surround the Sao Jorge’s Castle on top of one of Lisbon’s hills, you almost get the feeling that people decorate their … more »
The recent attack on Charlie Hebdo has left the world pretty much divided into two camps. I am Charlie and I am not Charlie. Apparently people are mobilized by the fact that free speech has been attacked. The terrorists never said they were attacking free speech but through the media, … more »
I was about halfway through my B.F.A in film production when I felt like I was totally losing my mind and losing perspective. My work was dragging and my personal life was an awful rut of mundane scriptswriting, uninspired photography, and watching too much Netflix with my cat. What’s a … more »
Some cities are hard to visit if you’re on a budget. The good news is Lisbon is not one of them. Following some quick tips, you’ll see how far a few euros can take you in the “city of the seven hills.” Sleep Tight There is no shortage of … more »