Monday 23 November 2015

Visit 5 top European destinations in a month!

This post is a little bit special, as you have a guest post from the lovely people over at Etihad! I hope you like it, it's definitely given me some more inspiration about where to go on my next adventure! Keep an eye out towards the end of the week for my next post, which is a (pretty awesome) photo journal of my time in Barcelona! If you can't wait until then to see what I have been up to, you can always go and nosy at my Instagram which has a few photos!

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Berlin, Prague, Budapest, Hvar & Venice


Have you ever wanted to take one of those once-in-a-lifetime trips, checking off several destinations you’ve always wanted to travel to, and in less than a month? We thought so, who hasn’t? 

Just for you, here is a comprehensive guide enabling you to get the absolute most out of your trip. Europe is one of the most amazing places on the planet, blessed with so many different cultures, history and ways of life. Fitting in 5 of the top destinations in one month is no easy feat but where there’s a will, there’s a way! 

First stop, Berlin! 

Duration: 6 days 
Itinerary: 
  • Rent a bike - Berlin is a big and spread out city with lots to see in between. As well as getting to experience the city like a true Berliner, you’ll also cover a lot more ground on bike. 
  • Go on a free walking tour – There are tours that begin at the Brandenburg Gate and go on for nearly 4 hours, meaning you’ll see all the top spots in the city and help you to familiarise yourself with Berlin. 
  • Food – Berlin is a true haven for foodies and it is incredibly cheap in comparison to other cities, so you can probably afford a few more meals out here. 
  • Culture – East Side Gallery, The Jewish History Museum, The Holocaust Memorial, Temlehof Park, Treptower Park, Checkpoint Charlie, The Dom and Tiergarden are all places that you should definitely try and fit into your busy schedule. 
Flights to Berlin
Berlin


Prague

Duration: 5 days
Itinerary: 

  • Walking tour – As you will have realised in Berlin a walking tour of the city is the smartest way to get your bearings. Lucky for you there are loads of free walking tours of Prague so make sure you get on one and you’ll have seen the Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Jewish Quarter and more. 
  • Food – There is more variety than you could ever imagine in Prague from traditional cuisines to international influences, there is something to whet the appetite of every foodie. 
  • Culture – The Prague Castle, Petrin Park, John Lennon Wall, Astronomical Clock, Catacombs, Jewish Quarter, Letenske Sadt, Kutna Hora, Kafka museum, Prague Beer Museum and Powder Tower are all sights you definitely need to see. 


Budapest

Duration: 6 days 
Itinerary:
  • Thermal Baths – In a city of spas, it is something you should do as a tourist here. Take a dip in the beautiful Gellert Baths, which are complete with Roman columns making it a very regal experience.
  • Food – The Great Market Hall is a foodie’s paradise - here you can get regional delights. At places like Borkonyha Borbirosag and Menza you’ll find Michelin-starred restaurants and Hungarian cuisine. Make sure you taste the exquisite coffee on offer as Budapest takes this very seriously.
  • Culture – Budapest is a beautiful and a culturally rich city so don’t leave a stone uncovered. Be sure to see Szechenyi Baths, the Danube River and St Stephens Basilica during your stay. 


Hvar

Duration: 5 days 
Itinerary:

  • Harbour – The harbour of Hvar is the main attraction. Visit the pretty boats and admire the luxury yachts. Enjoy an ice cream as you take a leisurely stroll and take in the sights and smells.
  • Food – With an array of culinary influences such as Spanish, Italian and Austrian, you are bound to find lots of things to tickle your taste buds.
  • Culture – Hvar is a beautiful place to visit especially as there is so much to see. Next to the famous harbour is St Stephen’s Square, which is the biggest piazza in Dalmatia and the main town. At the top of the square is St Stephens Cathedral. Other architectural sights you must see are the Renaissance loggia, the Arsenal, Fortica, Monastery and Spanjola.


Venice

Duration: 6 days
Itinerary:

  • The Canal – Take a trip down the Grand Canal and feel like you’re in your very own film. Get the vaporetto (water taxi) and you’ll be able to see the whole city from unspoiled angles, not to mention take some beautiful photos!
  • Food – Italy is without a doubt the place to be for foodies. For traditional Venetian dishes choose polpette (meatballs) or Venetian antipasti. It is unlikely you’ll encounter a bad meal here, as the Venetians are renowned for their exquisite restaurants.
  • Culture – There is so much to do and see in Venice but you’ll definitely be able to fit it in within your 6 days here. Make sure you see the main attractions: St Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace and Torre dell’Orologio.


Has that got your feet itching to travel? We thought so. Pull that suitcase down, out of the cupboard and start packing. Flights to Berlin, flights to Venice and flights to Budapest are all within your reach. Europe, here we come!

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