Jan 7, 2025 · I love how knowing the most random of facts can be the difference between winning and losing. When it comes to geography trivia questions, you need to not only have a good vision of a world map embedded in your brain, but also have …

Jan 7, 2025 · I love travelling by train. Some of my favourite train journeys have been through the mountainous landscapes in Switzerland and Austria. I remember the route from Zermatt towards Gornergrat, one of the most scenic train journeys in the world, seeing snowy landscapes all around, topped by the jagged peak of the Matterhorn.

Jan 8, 2025 · From wonders of the world and royal resting places to tales of crusaders, these fascinating facts about Petra will amaze you. Deep in the Jordanian desert, the ancient stone city of Petra has a magical quality. Carved out of pink sandstone rock, and hidden for centuries until it was rediscovered by a Swiss explorer, it’s easy to see why travellers are obsessed with this place.

Jan 6, 2025 · Ready to start planning your trip to Paros? The climate of Paros is typically Mediterranean, with mild, rainy winters and hot, dry summers. The Etesian winds, a defining feature of the Cyclades, bring a refreshing breeze during the hotter months.. The best time to visit Paros is in the late spring (May and June) when the weather is warm, but not too hot, and the tourist season has not yet peaked.

Jan 6, 2025 · Northern Vietnam experiences the coldest weather. Central Vietnam: January – August you can expect very hot, dry weather.September – November is the rainy season and you may even see flooding during these months (as we did in Hoi An).

Jan 6, 2025 · Gilded Balloon during the Edinburgh Festival. I’ve loved getting to know the city over the years. It’s a place that keeps you interested. It’s not somewhere to visit once, it’s somewhere to return to time and time again, soaking up a bit more of the city on each trip.

Jan 7, 2025 · While staying at Raja Ampat Dive Lodge I snorkelled from the end of the pier and saw a plethora of tropical fish including angelfish, needlefish, several lionfish, batfish, and even a purple pufferfish. In the evenings we spotted walking sharks close to the shore. The coral was beautiful too. Also in the incredibly diverse waters are bluefin jacks, manta rays, grey reef sharks, blacktips and ...

Jan 7, 2025 · Fittingly, our trip was designed to appeal to the five senses. So from tasting the local rum, to seeing the incredible underground caves and even hearing Rihanna herself (yes really!) – it’s time for sensory overload in Barbados!

Jan 6, 2025 · You could see the northern lights if you visit Reykjavik in winter Vienna, Austria. Recently voted the best city in Europe, Vienna is a beautiful city to visit in winter. Plan your trip for the run up to Christmas and you’ll get to enjoy the city’s legendary Christmas markets.

Jan 7, 2025 · San Gimignano is a stunning place to visit on a trip to Tuscany. Down in the Piazza della Cisterna, you can grab a gelato from the world-famous Dondoli Gelateria then find a shady spot for an afternoon riposo (the Italian word for snooze).. To make things nice and simple, you can visit on a day trip from Florence with GetYourGuide.. Panzano