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Publisher of the Velvet Escape luxury travel blog. Interests: nature, aviation, food/wines, architecture, photography, culture and history. Amsterdam πŸ‡³πŸ‡± is home.

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Plane views: Himalayas and Mount Everest One of the best things to do in Kathmandu is to hop on the Everest Express by Yeti Airlines for a scenic flight tour to Mount Everest.

While attending a conference in Kathmandu, I was invited to go on a flight tour across the Himalayas. It turned out to be one of the most spectacular flights I’ve ever been on: velvetescape.com/scenic-fligh...

#travel #windowseat #traveladdicts

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Oh cool!

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Ultimate Paphos Itinerary & Travel Guide (+ Map) – Bucketlist 2 Life Paphos is where you can explore ancient tombs in the morning, swim in crystal-clear water by afternoon, and reach wild coastlines and mountain villages on a day trip – and our guide shows you exactly ...

Paphos, Cyprus punches way above its weight!
Walk through the ancient Tombs of the Kings, admire Roman mosaics, chill on the beach, and hit day trips to the Blue Lagoon & Troodos Mountains. #TravelBloggersCommunity
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Love Puglia, Grottaglie | City of Ceramics - the Puglia Guys Explore Grottaglie, Puglia – famous for handmade ceramics, vibrant street art, and a charming old town (plus the best places to eat in Grottaglie).

We’re heading back to Grottaglie today. Especially well known for its ceramics and street art culture. It was a lovely, little centro storico, and is well worth stopping off or visiting via Taranto, just a short hop away.

#Italy #TravelAddicts #Puglia

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Inside Casa BatllΓ³: Visiting the famous GaudΓ­ house in Barcelona Take a look inside Casa BatllΓ³! My impressions from visiting Gaudi's architectural masterpiece in Barcelona and what to expect from the tour.

This building has no straight lines!
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#traveladdicts
#travelbloggingcommunity
#TravelBloggersCommunity
#Travelblogshare
#architecture #architecturephotography
#Gaudi #Barcelona #Spain

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The beauty of #SaintEmilion. The charming medieval town in the middle of the #Bordeaux vineyards is often considered as a mere day trip from Bordeaux, but really deserves more time to be explored and enjoyed.

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I agree. I went there as a day trip from Bordeaux but wished I had more time.

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What to Eat in Pisa For a Memorable Foodie Experience – Traditional Pisan Dishes - The World in My Pocket After spending quite some time in the city, I decided to put together this foodie guide on what to eat in Pisa, focusing on typical Pisan dishes that I love

The first article from my trip to Pisa is out - and it's all about that traditional Tuscan food I tried. What will you try first?

#TravelBloggersCommunity #Travel #Italy #TravelAddicts #TravelFoodies #Foodie #Photography #FoodPhotography #ItalianFood #Pisa #TravelBlogShare #TravelBlogs #Tuscany

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You’re most welcome! 😊

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Adults only means more quiet - even at dinner.

Adults only means more quiet - even at dinner.

Adults-only travel is not really about the label. It is about having more quiet, more space, and a slower kind of stay.
www.travelworldonline.de/en/adults-on...

#adultsonlytravel #traveladdicts #travel #wellnesstravel #wellness #travelblogshare #relax

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Things to do in Sitges Things to do in Sitges, a beach town near Barcelona. Including beaches, restaurants, museums, architecture and festivals.

A popular beach destination near Barcelona, Sitges has a lot more to offer besides its beaches. There’s a lovely old town, stunning Modernist architecture and a fantastic culinary scene. Here’s my guide: velvetescape.com/things-to-do...

#Sitges #Catalonia #travel #traveladdicts #Spain

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Carcassonne is definitely worth visiting. It’s a treat to spend a night in the castle town and experience it when all the day-trippers have left.

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A view along the walls at the city’s castle with its blue towers

A view along the walls at the city’s castle with its blue towers

A view from the inner walls at what was once the moat with blue and red roofed towers on either side

A view from the inner walls at what was once the moat with blue and red roofed towers on either side

A view from inside the castle courtyard at defensive walls and towers

A view from inside the castle courtyard at defensive walls and towers

The front bridge and gatehouse of the city’s castle with blue topped towers

The front bridge and gatehouse of the city’s castle with blue topped towers

Carcassonne is a medieval castle town in southwestern France with incredible 14th century walls and 52 towers reconstructed in the 19th century. It is small, and it is touristy. But it is unique, and it is stunning!

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Our visit to Mount Grace Priory inΒ Yorkshire An insight into a Carthusian monastery

Our visit to Mount Grace Priory inΒ Yorkshire

An insight into a Carthusian monastery

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A day trip to central Bosnia Central Bosnia is a region of lush nature, medieval towns and rich Ottoman heritage. Here's a day trip to central Bosnia from Sarajevo.

A wondrous day trip from Sarajevo to Central Bosnia: velvetescape.com/a-day-trip-t...

#Bosnia #travel #traveladdicts #travelbloggerscommunity

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The ultimate one week Mauritius itinerary Mauritius travel blog - how to spend a week in Mauritius, including a suggested itinerary, natural attractions, excursions and hotels.

Mauritius, an island nation in the Indian Ocean, is famous for its paradise beaches but venture around the island and you’ll find many interesting attractions. Here’s an itinerary to help you do just that: velvetescape.com/my-week-in-m...

#Mauritius #travel #traveladdicts #roadtrip

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TravelWorldOnline Slow Travel & Gourmet Tours: Magazine & Experience Guide Worldwide

Walking through the old town of Quebec City means cobblestones, cafΓ©s and views over the St. Lawrence. Take your time.
www.travelworldonline.de/en/altstadt-...

#Quebec #SlowTravel #QuebecCity #Canada #traveladdicts #travel #travelblogshare #Kanada

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Essential Puglia Itinerary and Day Trips | the Puglia Guys You found the perfect base. Now we strip down essential Puglia destinations so you can fit together the pieces and plan a Puglia itinerary to suit your needs.

Visiting Puglia in 2026? Choose a smart base - one that works for your travel circumstances (time of year, whether you have your own transport, vs public transport). Switch between surf and turf, central Puglia and Salento.

Then plan the perfect Puglia itinerary.

www.pugliaguys.com/2024/03/13/p...

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15 Easy Day Trips from Paris, You Can Reach by Public Transport - HH Lifestyle Travel Living in France, just a couple of hours by train south of Paris, I am lucky to have easy access to areas outside of Paris. While I make no bones about Paris being my favourite city in France, nay,…

While I make no bones about Paris being my favourite city in France, nay, the world – France is so much more than Paris...

www.hannahhendersontravel.com/easy-day-tri...

#Paris #DayTrips #France

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An epic South of France road trip The best places to visit on a South of France road trip: a self-drive route from Toulouse to Marseille, covering Occitanie and Provence.

Thanks! I’ve also included it in my South of France road trip guide: velvetescape.com/south-of-fra...

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A stroll around Haarlem Haarlem is a beautiful city west of Amsterdam. Here are things to see and do in Haarlem, including attractions and a walking route.

Haarlem is a charming town just 20 minutes from Amsterdam. It’s one of my favourite towns to visit - as a day trip or a weekend break. Here are the top things to see in Haarlem (including a sightseeing walking route): velvetescape.com/things-to-se...

#Haarlem #Netherlands #travel #traveladdicts

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Exploring Vancouver’s craft beer breweries A high density of world-class microbreweries offers a diverse, innovative, and walkable experience in neighbourhoods like East Vancouver and Mount Pleasant.

The number of Canada's #craftbeer breweries has nearly doubled in the past 15 years. While you can find them all over the country, benefit from the huge density of breweries in #Vancouver to go on a craft beer tour on your next visit.

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It really is. Always a treat to visit!

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Impressions of Marseille Marseille is France's second-largest city and features a beautiful harbor. Here are suggestions of places to visit in Marseille.

Marseille, France’s second-largest city, is often skipped by visitors to the South of France. A pity because it’s a delightful city to explore. Here are my impressions: velvetescape.com/things-to-se...

#Marseille #France #travel #traveladdicts

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Antwerp Central Station

Antwerp Central Station

A "Railway Cathedral" indeed! Welcome to Antwerp Central Station, considered one of the most beautiful train stations in the world.

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Sant Agata Feltria, the Unforgettable Fairy Tale Village What to see in the village of Sant Agata Feltria: amidst fairy tales, fountains and truffles in the splendid nature of Romagna. Fairy tale Fortress

In the heart of the Romagna hinterland, surrounded by nature and rolling hills, Sant Agata Feltria is an enchanting destination.
Its position and architecture truly make it a Fairy Tale Village!

#TravelBloggersCommunity #TravelBlogShare #romagna #TravelAddicts

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How Many Days Do You Need in SΓ£o Miguel, Azores? 3- and 7-Day Itinerary Ideas Wondering how many days to spend in SΓ£o Miguel, Azores? This guide includes perfect 3-day and 7-day itineraries featuring hot springs, crater lakes, whale watching, and scenic hikes.

Planning a trip to the Azores and wondering how many days in SΓ£o Miguel is enough?

Here’s the perfect 3- and 7-day itinerary πŸ‘‡β€¨careyontravels.com/days-sao-mig...

#travel #traveladdict #portugal #travelblogshare

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Exploring Heidelberg Top things to see in Heidelberg, Germany. Includes a self-guided Heidelberg Old Town walking tour and 2-day Heidelberg itinerary.

Things to see and do in Heidelberg, one of the most beautiful cities in Germany (I’ve also included a self-guided walking tour and 2-day itinerary in my guide): velvetescape.com/things-to-se...

#Heidelberg #Germany #travel #traveladdicts

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The Christmas markets there are wonderful. Great atmosphere!

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Aachen is so beautiful! 😍

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