Travel
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1.1KMardi Gras in Garmisch: Drunken yetis, frozen-daiquiri drive-thrus and skiing by headlamp
(Editor’s note: Dispatches does not necessarily endorse or condone skiing at night while intoxicated or, actually, any of the activities described in...
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1.4KIn exactly 72 hours, Basel’s Fasnacht offers every experience from outrageous to somber
It’s this time of year again, where carnival rules in many countries of the world, providing a short-relief from tragedies, natural disasters...
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887Suzana Knezevic in Romania: ‘We don’t talk about Dracula!’
I made that mistake twice when asked by local shopkeepers what brought me to Transylvania. My enthusiastic response “Dracula!” received a stern...
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1.1KMónica Da Silva: The most romantic international restaurants in Madrid for Valentine’s Day
Every couple is unique. While there are some who couldn’t care less about Valentine’s, others count the days until February 14th. Besides,...
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1.3KSarah Nagaty: My romantic ideas for Valentine’s Day in Lisbon
Valentine’s Day is a cheesy holiday which is difficult to avoid and its cheesiness is a big part of its appeal. It...
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1.6KAncient Corinth and Acrocorinth make for a joyful weekend jaunt just a stone’s throw from Athens
Just a stone’s throw from Athens you will find Ancient Corinth, a tiny village with an astoundingly long history. How long, you...
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1.2KWhere to eat in Egypt is not a question for TripAdvisor … just ask the locals!
Egypt is becoming increasingly popular as a destination for Europeans and Americans, especially after the pandemic. I can’t begin to count how...
