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Exploring Serbia, bite by bite
Where every meal tells a story To discover Serbia at its heart, you must sit at the table, whether in a fine restaurant, a traditional tavern, or at a checkered tablecloth on a farm. Here, life is measured in bites, sips, and the stories behind them. Take a journey from north to south, through savory and sweet! Šnenokle and Vojvodina stews On the plains of Serbia, the cuisine is as rich and diverse as the cultural influences that shaped it. On a Vojvodina table, you’ll find aromatic …
Gastronomy in Wallonia
Traditional fare for the modern day Wallonia’s gastronomy is generous, authentic and deeply rooted in tradition, whether Michelin starred or cooked in a cozy barn. You will always enjoy flavorful fare, often inherited from rural traditions: Liège-style meatballs, Gaumais pâté , Chimay escavèche , Herve cheese, or Ardennes trout with local beers and wines accompanying each dish. The common factor? Passionate local chefs committed to bringing the very best products to table. Look out for the …
Spain’s timeless windows
Spain invites you to journey through time, far from the crowds, to discover lesser-known corners where ancestral roots still whisper. Antequera, doorway to Europe’s earliest civilizations In the heart of Andalusia, Antequera offers one of Spain’s most evocative journeys into Europe’s ancestral past: authentic, and wonderfully off the beaten path. Wander among the Dolmens of Menga, Viera, and El Romeral, extraordinary megalithic monuments that reveal Bronze Age rituals and engineering. The …
Finland
Warmed by the Gulf Stream, Finland enjoys four distinct seasons. In the land of the Midnight Sun, the lush countryside basks in nurturing sunshine for 15 hours a day during summer. In the northern regions, the sun shines 24 hours a day for two months of the year. Follow the scenic King’s Road that stretches west of Helsinki to the 770-year-old former capital of Turku and east to the Lake District. Gaze upon the largest archipelago in Europe created by thousands of islands cradling the southern …
Quirky, quirkier Finland
Top fun summer competitions across the country In Finland , competitions are anything but ordinary – they're downright quirky! Especially during the summer months , when days stretch endlessly under the glow of the midnight sun. From rocking out on invisible guitars to striking gold (literally) and hugging trees in the great outdoors, Finland knows how to add a fun twist to just about anything. Make sure to check out these four quirky summer competitions across the country that promise new …
Ireland goes for gold
A few of our favorite sporting events The island of Ireland is made up of marathon runners, mountain climbers, bike riders, hurling players and more. Also known to have a network of trails, tracks, rivers and roads through cityscapes, grasslands and auburn bogs stretching out to the craggy shores, giving us beautiful spaces to play the sports we love. They host exciting competitive and non-competitive events in case you want to join them! Up first on our list of sporting events are our Gaelic …
Latvia's exciting sports event
From basketball to marathons: a year of action Latvia is gearing up for an exciting array of sports events, offering something for every type of sports fan. Riga will host the Olympic Basketball Qualification Tournament in July. This crucial event will see top basketball teams from around the globe compete for a chance to secure their spot in the Olympic Games. The high stakes and elite competition promise thrilling games for basketball enthusiasts. The year 2024 will turn a new page in the …
Competitive games in Greece
Where history meets sportsmanship A healthy mind in a healthy body : it’s a saying we’ve all heard that has been considered across the ages as the key to well-being and sporting achievement. Since antiquity, the Greeks have thought athletic excellence and sportsmanship to be among the greatest attributes and virtues a citizen could have. After all, Greece is well known as the birthplace of the Olympic Games . The first Olympic Games took place in 776 B.C. in Olympia, Western Peloponnese. They …
Sports of all sorts in Estonia
Disc golf in summer, biathlon in winter Hemingway once wrote that you can find at least two Estonians in every port in the world. The same may be true of Estonian athletes – if there is a sport, an Estonian plays it. Estonia has produced top-ranking tennis players, rally drivers, fencers, skiers, and swimmers; even the NBA and NFL have Estonians on their rosters. Tallinn to host top disc golf events Estonia has also produced one of the best disc golf players in the world, Kristin Tattar. She …
Slovenia's heart beats for sports
A natural playground for sports and adventure Slovenia , known as one of the world's greenest countries , inspires a passion for outdoor activities . This outdoor playground ranges from majestic mountains to tranquil rivers and lakes, expansive forests and the shimmering sea. Here, the Alps, the Mediterranean, the Karst, and the Pannonian Plain converge, offering exciting adventures throughout the year. Celebrating Sports and Recreation Being active is ingrained in the culture, and the …