Category: Country
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Glacier Garden of Lucerne 🇨🇭
Visiting the Glacier Garden of Lucerne was like traveling through time, with its fascinating glacial potholes formed during the Ice Age and relics of an ancient tropical sea. The highlight was the Mirror Maze!
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Exploring Lucerne🇨🇭
Exploring Lucerne🇨🇭was like stepping into a postcard, with its stunning lake views, historic old town, and the iconic Chapel Bridge, which dates back to the 14th century. The city is also home to the Lion Monument, a moving tribute to Swiss Guards who died during the French Revolution, making Lucerne a perfect blend of natural…
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Stein am Rhein🇨🇭
Visited the charming town of Stein am Rhein🇨🇭 as they were setting up their winter decorations. It’s easy to imagine a picturesque Christmas market here, with its fairy-tale streets and charm!
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Rhein Falls & Water Park 🇨🇭
🍁 The leaves aren’t the only thing dropping this season—nature’s power and beauty are in full flow here. Happy Thanksgiving 🦃 For the kids of all ages on this trip, Alpamare water park was a splash hit! 🌊 Plus, we celebrated visiting our 24th European country—Switzerland🇨🇭! It’s Switzerlands largest indoor water park.
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Christmas Garden on Island Mainau 🇩🇪
Just visited the magical Christmas Garden on Island Mainau, and it set the stage for the holiday season! The sparkling lights, festive music, and unique experiences made it the perfect way to end the evening.
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Hohenzollern Castle Winter Magic 🇩🇪
Hohenzollern Castle, sitting high on the mountain, is about 1,000 years old and was the ancestral home of the Hohenzollern family, who helped shape German history. With its breathtaking views and fairy-tale design, it’s a must-see for history buffs and travelers alike. We were fortunate to catch the Christmas festivities 👑 🎄
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Cyprus 🇨🇾
Country # 28, Cyprus 🇨🇾. A quick beach stop in this complicated island. The Cyprus conflict centers around the island’s divided population of Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots, along with the historical presence of British colonial interests. Following independence from Britain in 1960, tensions escalated between the two communities, leading to intercommunal violence and a…
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Bodrum Turkey 🇹🇷
Next stop, Bodrum Turkey 🇹🇷
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Ephesus, Turkey 🇹🇷
During my visit to Ephesus in Turkey 🇹🇷 , I was struck by how advanced the ancient culture was. The impressive ruins, including the Library of Celsus and the Grand Theatre, highlighted their architectural and engineering skills. However, the city eventually declined due to the bay silting up, which affected trade and access. It was…
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Mykonos 🇬🇷
During my visit to Mykonos 🇬🇷, we enjoyed strolling through the narrow streets. The whitewashed buildings and colorful flowers created a pleasant atmosphere. I found small shops and cafes at every turn, and each corner offered a nice view of the sea.