70 Interesting Facts About Paris – Famous Stories, Hidden History and Surprising Details

70 Interesting Facts About Paris – Famous Stories, Hidden History and Surprising Details

Paris is a city I love. I knew many of its famous landmarks before my trip, but once I was there, I found plenty of details I had never heard about. A familiar bridge had an unexpected story. A museum...
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Driving in Germany for the First Time: What You’ll Wish You Knew Before the Trip

Driving in Germany for the First Time: What You’ll Wish You Knew Before the Trip

We drove in Germany twice, years apart, on road trips from Romania. My husband was the driver both times, and he had already driven in several European countries while traveling for work. So when we were driving in Germany for...
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50 Interesting Facts About Spain That May Surprise You – From Hidden Borders to Customs You Never Expected

50 Interesting Facts About Spain That May Surprise You – From Hidden Borders to Customs You Never Expected

Spain is one of Europe’s most popular destinations for both vacations and relocation, and I understand why. The long evenings, regional food, historic cities, beaches, and remarkably varied landscapes are hard to resist. The Costa del Sol is one place...
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115 German Proverbs and Sayings With English Translations and Meanings – From Practical Wisdom to Sausages, Donkeys, and Dancing Mice

115 German Proverbs and Sayings With English Translations and Meanings – From Practical Wisdom to Sausages, Donkeys, and Dancing Mice

I have a personal connection to Germany. I learned German in school, and even though I wouldn’t call myself a good speaker today, I loved discovering German proverbs and the wisdom behind them. A familiar lesson could sound completely different...
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50 Surprising Facts About France – Some Sound Made Up, but They’re All True

50 Surprising Facts About France – Some Sound Made Up, but They’re All True

Paris is usually the first image people have of France. I understand why: I loved Paris, and I plan to go back, because there are places I would happily see again and others I still want to visit properly. But...
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200 Romanian Proverbs and Sayings With English Translation and Meaning – Funny, Blunt, and Fascinating Views on Life, Love, Luck, and Human Nature

200 Romanian Proverbs and Sayings With English Translation and Meaning – Funny, Blunt, and Fascinating Views on Life, Love, Luck, and Human Nature

I like sharing things about Romania and what makes it special. Its attractions, traditions, villages, food, history, landscapes, and cities all tell part of the story. Still, Romanian proverbs and sayings show another side of the country: how Romanians talk...
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Munich in the Rain: What to Do on a Rainy Day in Munich – Museums, Castles, Pools, Cars & More

Munich in the Rain: What to Do on a Rainy Day in Munich – Museums, Castles, Pools, Cars & More

I can confidently say that Munich in the rain is mostly a planning problem. A light shower around Marienplatz is easy to handle, but a full wet day, a family trip, or prepaid tickets for somewhere outside the city need...
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100 Irish Sayings, Blessings, and Phrases People Still Love Today – For Luck, Love, and Life

100 Irish Sayings, Blessings, and Phrases People Still Love Today – For Luck, Love, and Life

May your troubles be less and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door. Perhaps, like many people, when you think about Ireland, your mind goes straight to rolling green landscapes, legendary drinks, famous writers, St....
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150 Spanish Proverbs With English Translations: Life, Food, Family, Love, Travel, and Everyday Wisdom

150 Spanish Proverbs With English Translations: Life, Food, Family, Love, Travel, and Everyday Wisdom

Spain is one of those European countries people keep returning to, and I understand why. It is a popular place for expats, but also one of the most loved vacation destinations in Europe. I have many friends who love Spain,...
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65 British Sayings That Confuse Travelers – And What They Actually Mean

65 British Sayings That Confuse Travelers – And What They Actually Mean

I’ve used English for years, and there are still British expressions that make me wonder, for a moment, what exactly the person means. The individual words can be perfectly familiar, yet put them together and suddenly “Bob’s your uncle,” “that’s...
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