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Greece – An Odyssey of History, Beauty, and Culture

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Shereen Shabnam Greece in the summer is a mesmerizing destination that offers a perfect blend of ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and exquisite cuisine. Despite being on crutches one summer, I spent ten days making memories as Greece offered me and my family a perfect mix of fun, food and a dose of history. One of the most captivating aspects of Greece is its historical significance. As the birthplace of Western civilization, Greece is adorned with archaeological treasures and iconic landmarks. Athens, the capital city, boasts the iconic Acropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring the Parthenon, a symbol … Continue reading Greece – An Odyssey of History, Beauty, and Culture

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Hidden Gems of Buenos Aires

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Shereen Shabnam My journey to Buenos Aires was with a local Emirati lady who I met for the first time at the airport and together we explored most of Argentina but naturally our best moments was in Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina. The city at every time of the day was vibrant and enchanting offering a rich blend of history, culture, and architectural wonders. Our highlights of Buenos Aires included exploring Recoleta, Palermo, Plaza de Mayo, Puerto Madero, San Telmo, and La Boca. Naturally retail therapy was top of the list, so we ventured to Recoleta, a glamorous … Continue reading Hidden Gems of Buenos Aires

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Exploring the Best of Bologna

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Shereen Shabnam During a recent visit to Emilia-Romagna, we found some extra time in Bologna, a captivating city that seamlessly blends history, culture, and gastronomy and it brought back many memories of both recent and past visits to this vibrant part of Italy. Bologna offers travelers a captivating mix of architectural marvels, vibrant markets, and mouthwatering culinary delights. We take you on a journey through what we feel are the best places to visit in Bologna. Piazza Maggiore Start your exploration of Bologna at Piazza Maggiore, the city’s main square and a bustling hub of activity. Admire the magnificent Basilica … Continue reading Exploring the Best of Bologna

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Destination Istanbul

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By Shereen Shabnam Recently we had a sneak peak into the grand plans for expansion of the new Istanbul Airport as Turkish Airlines revealed its ambitious growth plans for the coming year. After exploring the city, a stop at the Turkish Airlines head office took us back to history when the Airline began its journey to becoming one of the fastest growing companies in terms of manpower, fleet and having one of the best lounges in the world. More travellers are flying with Turkish Airlines these days and Istanbul is often a stopover but instead of staying at the airport, … Continue reading Destination Istanbul